Pipe Makers Emporium - This company is a full line supplier of pipe making and repair stem blanks, Ebonite, Lucite and Cumberland Rod, Briar, tools and finishing products. The website is full of photographs of all of their offerings making selection easy. Pipe Makers Emporium is geared more toward pipe makers and repair people than home pipe crafters, as a $100 initial order is required to open an account. Andrea Lowe, the Emporiums representative, is knowledgeable about her products, a very nice person, and a pleasure to work with. This website is well worth a good look.

J.H. Lowe - Owned and operated by world renowned pipe maker Tim West, J.H. Lowe has a full line of Vulcanite and Lucite stem blanks and rod, Briar, prebored pipe making kits, machining equipment and about every pipe repair part you can imagine. Tim is very personable and is always willing to take a few minutes out to help with a pipe making or repair problem. He also offers classes in pipe making and repair. A nice site and a very nice man.

PIMO Pipe Craft - This company is geared toward the home pipe crafter. They have a broad line of Vulcanite and Lucite stem blanks, prebored pipe making kits, and tools. They sell Vulcanite stem blanks singly while most other suppliers sell only by the dozen. They offer an excellent book about pipe making called, “Guide to Pipe Crafting at home”. If you are thinking of making or repairing pipes in low volume or for yourself, this is an excellent site.