I have a Carolina Briar pipe that I purchased at my local Tinder Box. It was on sale and I can't remember the exact price but it has served me well as a starter pipe (under 40 bucks). Another local B&M that I always shop for cigars has a nice pipe selection and first class service www.mccranies.com. They had a Bjarne event about a month ago and it was great to see some of the amazing pipes they brought with them. I smoke their Red Ribbon house brand tobacco in my pipe and love it. From what I've heard the Dr Mac pipes they have are good quality at a fair price. While I don't smoke my pipe often it is a nice change of pace from the usual cigar.