The Kirsten pipe was invented in 1936 when Frederick Kirsten, an employee of Boeing, was told to stop smoking. He wanted to invent a pipe that would trap the tar and moisture while being smoked so he could still enjoy his pipe. This was a revolutionary concept for the time and made Kirsten a unique option for the smoker. The company is still in the hands of the Kirsten family to this day. We received a new shipment from them and we couldn’t be happier. Frederick would be proud that the pipes are still available and going strong.