The 2015 US National Slow Smoke Competition will be held at 1pm on Sunday, May 3 at The Chicagoland International Pipe and Tobacciana Show (see http://www.chicagopipeshow.com).
Contest Pipe
Pipe made by Luigi Viprati
Dimensions
Bowl Height 55mm
Outside Diameter 45mm
Chamber Diameter 22mm
Chamber Depth 41mm
Weight 70g or 2.5 oz
Markings
Side
UPCA National
Chicago 2015
Bottom
L. Viprati
Hand Made Italy
Contest Tobacco
The contest tobacco is Deception Pass, donated by the Seattle Pipe Club. The tobacco is a blend of English Virginias, Arcadian Perique, Black Virginia, Black Cavendish, and a touch of rare Turkish Orientals.
The tobacco may be purchased from Seattle Pipe Club members or from
Pipes and Cigars.