Tobacco Pipe Repair
for Smoking Pipe Collectors
Surfing Briarville’s robust site is image rich and informative. We take great pride in our tobacco pipe repair and our ability to give our clients what they want with ease and convenience. We are a full service shop for tobacco pipe repair, smoking pipe restoration, antique meerschaum pipe curator service, tobacco pipe stem replacement, and hand cut custom tobacco pipe stems. The information you find here will make it easy when your cherished heirloom needs a little help. Briarville Pipe Repair LLC - “Pipe Repair as Close as Your Mailbox™”
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Can’t Thank You Enough
Thank you Rich @ Briarville for the repair on my old Meerschaum pipe.
The repair was Fast, Clean, and very well priced. Will not… Read more “Can’t Thank You Enough”
Super-Pleased!
Pipe: Claudio Cavicchi smooth straight billiard
Problem: Broken tenon
Briarville website: Nicely organized, very easy to navigate. All of the information I needed… Read more “Super-Pleased!”
Amazing Work
I sent Rich two nasty pipes that I picked up with missing stems. What I received back from Briarville was nothing short of amazing! Quick… Read more “Amazing Work”
Always a pleasure
Briarville ,
Another Great experience!
From bringing back to life sentimental pipes to Christmas shopping it’s always a pleasure.
Never disappointed!
Rich ALWAYS has done a thorough and excellent job restoring or repairing every pipe I have sent in. Unless he is swamped, there is always… Read more “Never disappointed!”
Routine fast service; impossible fixes take a little longer
Rich Messineo has been working on my pipes for many years. I break them horribly when hunting, fishing, working in the shop and other activities.… Read more “Routine fast service; impossible fixes take a little longer”
Fantastic repair
Hello Rich, just a note of appreciation and satisfaction pertaining to my pipe repair. They both turned out fantastic. Am very pleased with your abilities.… Read more “Fantastic repair”
Quality Service
A few weeks ago I had left a testimonial regarding an antique pipe that was repaired incorrectly. However, Rich allowed me to send the pipe… Read more “Quality Service”
Top Quality Service
I sent a “no name” Lovat shaped pipe in to have a new acrylic stem made for it. Not only did I receive it back… Read more “Top Quality Service”
Trust This Process
A few weeks back, I suffered a burn through in one of my pipes. I was devastated as it had recently become my go to… Read more “Trust This Process”
Great job!
Dear Ric and Co. By replacing the tenon on a meerschaum, I’ve got a cherished possession back in circulation. Thank you for a great job.… Read more “Great job!”
Old Pipe Restored to Functionality
Thank you! I got my old pipe back yesterday, and Briarville did an excellent job! It needed a new stem, which it now has, They… Read more “Old Pipe Restored to Functionality”
Great First Impression!
I had two pipes I sent in for repair, both with stem issues. One needed the stinger placed into a new stem and one needed… Read more “Great First Impression!”
Great Job ! You made my day.
Wow ! Awesome work, Very very happy with the repairs. So happy I found Briarville. You got not just 5 stars from me but 10.
Outstanding
I had 4 pipes reconditioned and re-stemmed. The pipes arrived and they look like they are brand new. Excellent work; I am very pleased.
Thank you for restoring a favorite meerschaum
This is to say thanks for the great tenon replacement on an old favorite meer.
This is the second time I’ve asked you fix… Read more “Thank you for restoring a favorite meerschaum”
Fantastic workmanship!
I’ve lost count on the number of pipes that I’ve sent to Briarville. I love to buy old clunkers and have Rich restore them to… Read more “Fantastic workmanship!”
1998 Pete St. Pat’s XL20
I’d been looking for the first edition of Peterson’s St. Patrick’s Day pipe. Well I finally found one and bought it. When I got it,… Read more “1998 Pete St. Pat’s XL20”
Grandad’s pipe is like new
I inherited my grandad’s old pipe and it was faded, oxidized, and clogged pretty bad. I sent it in and Briarville got it back to… Read more “Grandad’s pipe is like new”
My pipe dropped on the tile floor
This Stanwell pipe was the main reason for buying a package deal worth hundreds of dollars from a seller in Serbia. I had only smoked… Read more “My pipe dropped on the tile floor”
Great job
Fantastic job on replacing the stem on my pipe. Service was quick and price was extremely reasonable. Highly recommend their service to anyone who needs… Read more “Great job”
Excellent Business Ethic
My favorite pipe’s stem was extremely loose. Rick made an attempt to make it tight, but when returned, it was still loose. He paid for… Read more “Excellent Business Ethic”
Excellent workmanship, Great communication
Both pipes I sent in came back looking good as new! Rich updated me every step of the way. I’m very pleased with my whole… Read more “Excellent workmanship, Great communication”
Three Antique Pipes Made Good As New!!
I received three antique pipes through family and sent the to Rich for reconditioning. They now look like new!! One was a meerschaum that needed… Read more “Three Antique Pipes Made Good As New!!”
Fantastic Work
I sent Rich three pipes that needed stems. One of which was an ornately carved pipe from the late 1800’s. He superbly fitted them with… Read more “Fantastic Work”
Pipe Smoker Bookmark
I’m not much of a talker so here are the facts.
Fast,
Ease to contact
Fair pricing
Craftsmanship
Bookmark this… Read more “Pipe Smoker Bookmark”
Great work!
Just received my pipe after having it restored. The turnaround was fast and the pipe looks and smokes great! I will be sending in more.
Vintage Calabash Pipe Restoration
Rich did an outstanding job on a repair and restoration of a vintage Calabash pipe. I’m a new pipe smoker, migrating from cigars. Rich did… Read more “Vintage Calabash Pipe Restoration”
Perfect service and craftsmanship
Had 2 pipes repaired when returned to me I thought I received two new pipes .
The repairs was done professionally and communication was… Read more “Perfect service and craftsmanship”
5++++ STARS!!
I am utterly AMAZED and beyond HAPPY with the results. I sent my grandfathers entire pipe collection dated from the early 1950s to Biarville for… Read more “5++++ STARS!!”
Retro refurb
I got 2 pipes from a buddy with an inherited collection. I located a Briarville and sent them out to prep them for a new… Read more “Retro refurb”
Excellent work!
I picked up a collection of seven pipes on ebay in late June. Sent them to Briarville in two batches to have stems replaced and… Read more “Excellent work!”
CAVICCHI PIPES EXPERTLY REPAIRED AND RETURNED QUICKLY.
I sent 3 Cavicchi pipes in for chamber repairs (what appeared to be burn outs). I was able to talk to Rich and he explained… Read more “CAVICCHI PIPES EXPERTLY REPAIRED AND RETURNED QUICKLY.”
PERFECT
I sent 6 pipes to Briarville-3 needed tenons on the stem, 1 needed new stem & 2 needed new finishes. All were returned to me… Read more “PERFECT”
Amazing Repair Work
I sent a pipe that I had bought that someone had gone out of the way to make it unusable. I left it to them… Read more “Amazing Repair Work”
Awesome Work!
Dear Rich,
The pipe arrived this afternoon, and I couldn’t be more pleased. It looks new. I received this pipe from my 5 year… Read more “Awesome Work!”
Beautiful Repair!
My pipes came back to me in beautiful condition. And it was a very quick turn around. One had a shank that had broken from… Read more “Beautiful Repair!”
Churchwarden stem
Made a stem for my Roma Churchwarden and looks better than original, good communication super fast and will be sending him more work very soon.
Highly recommend
Thank you for the restoration of a family heirloom that has been passed down starting with my great grandfather. Quality work, attention to detail, making… Read more “Highly recommend”
Finnaly get to enjoy a pipe for the first time!
I’ve had this old pipe with a broken stem for a few years I found in an antique store in Alaska. Always loved how big… Read more “Finnaly get to enjoy a pipe for the first time!”
Just what i wanted!
My Savinelli 515 had an old vulcanite stem that needed replaced. The new stem is perfect!. The color is as I imagined and the fit… Read more “Just what i wanted!”
Beautiful work
I broke the stem on an old “Jelling” pipe that was my dad’s and bought a pipe in Rome that I realized when I was… Read more “Beautiful work”
Thank you, Rich!
Couldn’t be happier with your fine workmanship on my two pipes just received. The crack repair is amazing! The new stem is perfect, and both… Read more “Thank you, Rich!”
Awesome Pipe!
Rich & Team, I will be singing your praises to my Family and Friends. I am over the Moon thrilled with your artistry and workmanship!… Read more “Awesome Pipe!”
Wonderful work!
I had an old Bavarian style pipe that had belonged to my great grandfather. It was at least 120 years old, I have an old… Read more “Wonderful work!”
Best Repair Ever
After over 50 years of pipe smoking, I have yet for find a repair service as good and professional as Briarville. Rich is a great… Read more “Best Repair Ever”
AMAZING!!!
The service is AWESOME!!! I am so glad to have found a great company that still services pipes. Thank you!!!
Civil War Era Pipe Smokes again!
Great Service and Communications from Rich! Very Happy with the new stems on my vintage military style pipe. Smoke a bowl the other night and… Read more “Civil War Era Pipe Smokes again!”
The Best Restorationist in the business!
I have used Rich’s services for some time now. I can happily say he is THE BEST at what he does. Prices are abilautely reasonable… Read more “The Best Restorationist in the business!”
Superb
Rick, i received my pipe back. I am really impressed on how it turned out. It is like a 70 years old pipe was new… Read more “Superb”
Briarville is the real deal!
So I put my work order in for 2 pipes on March 23rd, by April 9th I had my pipes back in my hand! It… Read more “Briarville is the real deal!”
Outstanding as always…
I sent in a Peterson circa 1938-69 and when it returned it looked as good or better than it must have when leaving the factory… Read more “Outstanding as always…”
Wonderful work!
Rick replaced the stems on my Ben Wade, and (wow!) my beloved Preben Holm Crown Freehand. Both came back looking beautiful; nicely polished, inside and… Read more “Wonderful work!”
FOur pipes in less than a week!
I sent four freehand pipes to Briarville to have stems replaced (one a Chrurchwarden conversion). Not only were the replacements of the color I had… Read more “FOur pipes in less than a week!”
turned a diaster into a work of art
I bought an Old handmade pipe in Austria a few years ago. it was a swiss style pipe with an antler as part of the… Read more “turned a diaster into a work of art”
Super!!
I definitely suggest Briarville for repair of Dunhill pipes!! My pipes came back fast and the workmanship was no less than super! They look like… Read more “Super!!”
My old friend is better than ever!
My 30-year-old Canadian is one of my favorite smokers, so I was crushed when it took a swan dive onto the garage floor and the… Read more “My old friend is better than ever!”
Another speedy repair!
This is the second time I’ve had Briarville fix one of my pipes. This time I wore out the mortise and tenon. I mailed the… Read more “Another speedy repair!”
Excellent repair on custom handmade pipea
My favorite Italian handmade pipe from Sardinia IT ends up with broken stem tenon in mortise. Shiped it to Briarville, fast turn around to Culebra,… Read more “Excellent repair on custom handmade pipea”
Simply Excellent
In these fast paced times of discard something broken and replace it right away via Amazon etc, Briarville offers 21st century speed and convenience, with… Read more “Simply Excellent”
WOW! Fast return and great job on all 6 pipes!
I sent out 6 old and ugly pipes and I got back 6 brand new beautiful pipes. THEY LOOK LIKE NEW. Great Job sir, the… Read more “WOW! Fast return and great job on all 6 pipes!”
Outstanding Service
Rich at Briarville.com understands what good customer service means. I sent my favorite pipe in for repair and I was worried about the whole process:… Read more “Outstanding Service”
Cleaning/New Stem
Just got the Sasieni back, fully cleaned and with a new stem. Beautifully done and you returned it to me in less than a week.… Read more “Cleaning/New Stem”
Fixed my most loyal companion
I was heartbroken when I dropped my favorite pipe, a Lloyd’s compact. I was delighted to hear that Briarville could repair it. I am a… Read more “Fixed my most loyal companion”
Wanted it ‘like new’; Briarville delivered it ‘like new’
I picked up a vintage Dunhill. It was in decent condition. I wanted it as close to ‘like new’ as I could get it and… Read more “Wanted it ‘like new’; Briarville delivered it ‘like new’”
GREAT WORK!!!
Terrific work from Rich. 25 days to get authorization, ship my pipes, get the work done, and get them shipped back to me. And the… Read more “GREAT WORK!!!”
Lifesavers!
I recovered a number of pipes from a humid storage unit. All were covered in mildew. Briarville cleaned and restored them all inside and out.… Read more “Lifesavers!”
Oh Wow!
My approx. 30 year old Ben Wade arrived in the mail today, at least a week sooner than expected. This was a $12 dollar garage… Read more “Oh Wow!”
BRIARVILLE IS AWESOME
I have sent 5 pipes to Briarville over the last year (Rich Rules); all estate pipes, all trashed, one bowl was totally split, and one… Read more “BRIARVILLE IS AWESOME”
very nice repair
My old Upshall had a loose tenon / mortise. Sent it in communication was great, repair work great too, excellent fit. Can’t wait to get… Read more “very nice repair”
Calabash JOY!!!!!!
I never owned a Calabash Meerschaum before and had not only wanted one, but to enjoy the smoke. I was lucky enough to win TWO… Read more “Calabash JOY!!!!!!”
RestorationBriarville restored
Briarville restored a Savinelli Champagne Canadian for me. The bit was chewed through, the bowl edge was damaged and the pipe was very dark. After… Read more “RestorationBriarville restored”
Perfection
I asked for a clean up and conversion to a churchwarden for my 40 yr old pipe. I had wanted a stylish accent stem but… Read more “Perfection”
Heartbroken to Happy
I was so heartbroken when my Bjarne Freehand arrived with a broken tenon and the seller would not take a refund. I found Briarville and… Read more “Heartbroken to Happy”
Excellent Work
Sent in 4 pipes for restoration and1 stem replacement.
Top Notch work.
All look brand new.
Great fitting and shaping new stem.… Read more “Excellent Work”
Restoring Memories
My Dad was an avid Pipe smoker his entire life. My fondest memories all seem to involve him smoking or fiddling with his pipe while… Read more “Restoring Memories”
Thank you BRIARVILLE, I am very pleased with the work you performed.
The postman just delivered my 40+ year old Stanwell, Danish Sovereign “tulip”style pipe. I am very pleased with the stem replacement and cleanup work that… Read more “Thank you BRIARVILLE, I am very pleased with the work you performed.”
What a magnificent peice of work
Hi Rich, I would like to thank you for the fantastic restoration of my Dunhill pipe, The nickel band repair looks great and the pipe… Read more “What a magnificent peice of work”
Stem replacement
Great service from Rich at Briarville . I had two old bowls that needed stems . Perfect fit into the bowls which is of prime… Read more “Stem replacement”
excellent work!
just got back my 68 Dunhill that had a green stem, Rich fixed that problem nicely
looks like new, Thanks Guys!
Broken Antique Meerschaum Amber Stem Becomes Heirloom
I bought a broken 100+ year old meerschaum on Ebay. No one else bid on it, because it was broken. By broken I mean tenon.… Read more “Broken Antique Meerschaum Amber Stem Becomes Heirloom”
refurbishing
sent two old but relished pipes for refubishing and got back what looked like 2 new pipes years ago rich did the same for another… Read more “refurbishing”
My father’s pipe looks new.
I had my father’s 70’s era pipe that I’ve owned since the early 80’s restored. It was well used, bite marks on the stem, banged… Read more “My father’s pipe looks new.”
Great Job!
I am so happy with the beautiful stem you created for me, It’s absolutely beautiful! I will be using you for all my repair &… Read more “Great Job!”
Pipe Repair Extraordinaire
I just received my Stanwell Hans Christian Anderson Church Warden pipe from Briarville Inc. Pipe Repair. An outstanding job as usual! The pipe looks like… Read more “Pipe Repair Extraordinaire”
Outstanding service
Seriously, I can’t believe the quality of work, turnaround time… everything. My wife brought me estate pipe shopping for my birthday three years ago and… Read more “Outstanding service”
Excellent Restoration!
I sent Briarville 2 of my grandfather’s pipes. The process to send was very easy and within 2 weeks I had them back. I can’t… Read more “Excellent Restoration!”
Great Job
Very satisfied with the replacement of the bits on my pipes and the cleanup and polishing of the stems. Highly recommend. Thanks
Satisfied customer.
Great work. Pipe came back cleaned, polished, reamed And repaired to perfection. Looks almost good as new. Great job. Thanks.
WOW WOW ( PT 2)
Today, I received the second batch of repaired pipes from Rich and the great team at Briarville. These 3 pipes received are well over 40… Read more “WOW WOW ( PT 2)”
Pipe Refurb
I just got back my old and worn out Lorenzo Oom Paul pipe. I was amazed to see the condition it is in now. Y’all… Read more “Pipe Refurb”
Great work on the refurbishments and finishing the pipe I had started.
Ric thanks so much for the work on the 2 old European pipes refurbishments. I am hoping to start using them soon. They sat for… Read more “Great work on the refurbishments and finishing the pipe I had started.”
Like New.
Hey guys. Thanks for the stem repair. The stem looks brand new. Even the stinger was salvaged. I appreciate the work you guys do there.… Read more “Like New.”
Well Done Rich!
Thank you Rich, You did a great job replacing my battered and broken stem with a handsome replacement. Now I can look forward to many… Read more “Well Done Rich!”
Unbelievable work
Just a quick note to thank you for the superb job you did on my three pipes. I’ve worked by mail with pipe repairers, but… Read more “Unbelievable work”
They Live Again!
Just got back my two Don-Lou 40 year old Briars (if you know Bensonhurst, Brooklyn you know who Don-Lou was) and had old broken vulcanite… Read more “They Live Again!”
Superior work
I sent 20 pipes and stems to Briarwood. I was notified on the day they arrived, and within four or five days, they were ready!… Read more “Superior work”
Breathtaking. Definitive artistry.
Rich Messineo is a passionate restorer of pipes. His love for their dignity and beauty literally shines through his work. Briarville has inspired me to… Read more “Breathtaking. Definitive artistry.”
wow, what a great job
i’m beyond pleased with the work done for me, i can now once again smoke a pipe like i want to with out the pipe… Read more “wow, what a great job”
Another great meerschaum restore!
A very close friend and myself have been using Briarville for restorations on old meerschaums for quite some time, ALWAYS with top notch service at… Read more “Another great meerschaum restore!”
My “new” pipe
What a great job repairing my treasured pipe!
Two contacts here in CA were unable to help and I am so glad to have… Read more “My “new” pipe”
Pipe Restoration
I had inherited a Meerschaum pipe from my dad. It held many memories for myself and my family. Unfortunately sometime before his death the stem… Read more “Pipe Restoration”
Looks and smokes great
I broke the stem on my favorite full bent pipe. Sent it to Briarville just before the move to NM. Took a little longer that… Read more “Looks and smokes great”
A Big Thank You
1st time client. Sent 2 of my favorite pipes for repair.
1/ a 1990 Dunhill, year my daughter was born. Bought brand new and… Read more “A Big Thank You”
Meerschaum repair
Briarville fixed my pipe. Meerschaum with silver band, new stem, and push-pull tenon. Wonderful job – so happy with the repair. Thanks guys
Incredible!
Briarville restored and repaired my pipe to better than new. I’m in awe. This is the only place that gets my pipes from here on… Read more “Incredible!”
Excellent pipe restoration
I sent in an aged estate Sasieni and got back a pipe that could have passed for new. Outstanding work, done quickly – couldn’t ask… Read more “Excellent pipe restoration”
I couldn’t be happier!
When I received my repaired pipes in the mail, I could hardly wait to unwrap them and see them all spiffed up. I was NOT… Read more “I couldn’t be happier!”
Second time Better then the first!!#
I thought the first time i Send out a Pipe to be refinished and a Cracked Bowl, you guys did a Fabulous Job. But the… Read more “Second time Better then the first!!#”
WOW!!!WOW!!!WOW!!
I have been a pipe smoker for over 30 years and during that time, I have purchased some very nice Savenellis, some Ben Wade free… Read more “WOW!!!WOW!!!WOW!!”
Excellent Job and Quick Too
Sent two Baraccini pipes to Briarville after both Acrylic stems split. Briarville fabricated replacement Vulcanite stems and returned them to me right at the two… Read more “Excellent Job and Quick Too”
Quick and Friendly Service
I have an heirloom Meerschaum pipe that belonged to my grandfather which had unfortunately broke. I had contacted multiple “pipe repair” shops which all told… Read more “Quick and Friendly Service”
Impeccable, Scrupulous and Affordable Service
My heartfelt gratitude to the team at Briarville for their consistently impeccable, scrupulous and affordable Service”. Be it a replacement stem, a restoration to original… Read more “Impeccable, Scrupulous and Affordable Service”
Took Forty Years Off My Pipe
I sent in a briar pipe purchased in 1973. The stem was riddled with holes, the bowl was caked beyond recovery and the briar had… Read more “Took Forty Years Off My Pipe”
The Pipe Wizards of Briarville
I discovered Ric and Briarville back in the Tennessee days. Something like 6 or more years ago. I’ve smoked a pipe for over 50 years… Read more “The Pipe Wizards of Briarville”
My Pipe Arrived!
I made a Danish style freehand years ago and recently broke the stem. I wasn’t sure if I even wanted to get it replaced because… Read more “My Pipe Arrived!”
Great job! Pipe is Once Again Like New and a Fine Smoker.
I couldn’t ask for better service. I’ve sent several valuable Cavicchi CCCs to be repaired & reconditioned. Results: Fantastic! Briarville’s slogan… “Repair is as close… Read more “Great job! Pipe is Once Again Like New and a Fine Smoker.”
Awesome Work
I’m new to smoking pipes. I bought 2 Savinelli estate pipes on Etsy. Living in Hawaii, there’s no one who will work on Savinelli pipes.… Read more “Awesome Work”
100 Year Old Meerschaum Pipe Restored
Thank you Briarville. I sent them a 100 year old meerschaum pipe without a stem. Ric communicated with me on the phone and he is… Read more “100 Year Old Meerschaum Pipe Restored”
Another Home Run!!
Briarville knocked another one out of the park with the restoration of three of my very old pipes. The pipes were better than I remember… Read more “Another Home Run!!”
Amazing Work On My Delicate Museum Piece
I sent in my broken and delicate meerschaum pipe from my collection. The pipe belonged to Ralph Capone, brother of gangster Al Capone. I carefully… Read more “Amazing Work On My Delicate Museum Piece”
Not Blowing Smoke.
Briarville Pipe Repair is the Best.
Blown Away!!!
I was surfing the net last week, and came across a list of places to check out. One place was saying they used Ric @… Read more “Blown Away!!!”
Great Work on My Preben Holm
The stem broke on my freehand while he was still here in Tennessee. He replaced the stem with one that looked original and polished the… Read more “Great Work on My Preben Holm”
Nice job!
Beautiful work on the pipes I sent in for repairs. I had little hope for one of my favorite Barling’s, what with the chunk broken… Read more “Nice job!”
Extraordinary Job!
The only one I trust with my pipes!
Outstanding on Every Level!
I’ve only recently picked up my pipe again, and in doing so was gifted some 30 pipes owned by my late grandfather. I sent eight… Read more “Outstanding on Every Level!”
Comoy’s HC
Ric,
Thanks for resurrecting my century-old Comoy’s full-bent. Churchill’s generation smoked it and you’ve done it honor.
Todd
Absolutely Stunned With The Transformation.
Ric and crew at Briarville did an absolutely fabulous job at transforming my Dunhill estate find from a lump of coal into a flawless diamond.… Read more “Absolutely Stunned With The Transformation.”
Old Memories Become New!
I could say the pipe is as good as new but that would not quite be right as I don’t remember it when it was… Read more “Old Memories Become New!”
Meerschaum
I have had the pleasure to deal with Briarville Repair many times for various repairs to old meerschaum pipes. Stems, shanks, broken parts, and clearing… Read more “Meerschaum”
Thank you!
I sent in four pipe stems to have cleaned and spruced up. They came back looking better than new! Thank you!
Great job!
This is the second time I’ve used Briarville. After the first time I knew I wouldn’t have to look any further. Briarville is easy to… Read more “Great job!”
Exceeded Expectations Through the Whole Process
I sent my pipe in after emailing about my broken tenon predicament. Briarville let me know when they got the pipe, what would be the… Read more “Exceeded Expectations Through the Whole Process”
Decatur Reamer: greatest
Just got my Decature Reamer set and used it on a pipe I thought was ready for the junk heap. Not so! Since I reamed… Read more “Decatur Reamer: greatest”
Awesome!
Sent Ric eight well worn pipes I inherited. Came back works of art. And even when not smoking them, enjoy looking at them! Thanks, Briarville!
Outstanding Performance
I sent 4 pipes to Briarville for various repairs ranging from stem work to a total refurb. I couldn’t be happier. Briarville turned a dingy… Read more “Outstanding Performance”
Fantastic
Ric and the guys at Briarville are incredibly knowledgeable and great to work with. I received my pipes back quickly and they did a great… Read more “Fantastic”
My Pipe Looks New!
Amazing customer service and quality work! The post office messed up shipping my pipe to Briarville, but Ric called me when it arrived and said… Read more “My Pipe Looks New!”
Estate Pipe Purchase
Although this is my first purchase from Briarville, it won’t be my last. My new (to me) James Upshall pipe arrived well packed and protected,… Read more “Estate Pipe Purchase”
Better Than New!!
What a fantastic job! I got my pipe back and it looks new. No! Better than new! Ric gave me a call, explained to me… Read more “Better Than New!!”
First Time Restoration!
Sent my father’s GBD Virgin Bulldog #269 to Ric for the restoration special. Couldn’t be happier! My pipe came back looking like it was factory… Read more “First Time Restoration!”
Above and Beyond!
I am new to pipe smoking and was given an old pipe without a stem. I researched and found Ric and Briarville. I called and… Read more “Above and Beyond!”
Great pipe repair and Tomasso Spanu handcrafted pipe
I sent 4 pipes for stem repair and overhauling. They came back in mint condition. I could not be more pleased with Briarville. I also… Read more “Great pipe repair and Tomasso Spanu handcrafted pipe”
First class pipe repair
My pipe was brought back to working condition in the time I was told. I would use Briarville Pipe Repair again when needed.
Wonderful
I just got back 3 pipes I had sent to Briarville; two needed substantial work and one just needed a light cleaning and a replacement… Read more “Wonderful”
Old Into New!
If you want an old pipe completely refurbished and made virtually new again, Briarville is the place to go. Reasonable cost, expert work and great… Read more “Old Into New!”
Worthy of your trust!
Just received my grandfather’s old pipe today, and all I can say is WOW! The stem, the finish, the chamber carbonizing, and the rim dents… Read more “Worthy of your trust!”
Great Service!
This is my second time to use Briarville Pipe Repair. Ric Farrah always calls when he receives your pipe to discuss the project, just as… Read more “Great Service!”
High Quality Workmanship!
I almost can’t believe the quality the workmanship. I feel like I’ve got 3 brand new pipes. One pipe was my fathers and a bit… Read more “High Quality Workmanship!”
Amazing as always
Been using Briarville for awhile now and they never fail to come through and leave me in awe. If you have a pipe you’ve been… Read more “Amazing as always”
Excellent work, quick turnaround, easy process
I had a couple pipes whose vulcanite stems had oxidized. I sent the two pipes to be restemmed, and all I knew is that I… Read more “Excellent work, quick turnaround, easy process”
Beautiful Job
Afternoon Briarville!! Just received my pipe 1/08/2019. What a outstanding repair. Wish I had your talent. Thank you very much, George
New Stem Exceeded my Expectations
I got the stem of my favorite pipe replaced for Christmas. The company answered all my questions and helpful. When I got my pipe the… Read more “New Stem Exceeded my Expectations”
Fast fix
Beautiful. Fast. Happy.
Thank you
Churchwarden Stem Conversion
Briarville did a very nice job adding a churchwarden stem to my old Barling bowl. It involved a bit of custom work as the shank… Read more “Churchwarden Stem Conversion”
Welcome Back
My dad’s favorite pipe broke yesterday when he accidentally dropped it. My dad is a tough guy, but this is a special piece and he… Read more “Welcome Back”
Crusty and cracked to new
Hey Ric, I sent you guys an old Peterson full bent with a crack between the shank and the bowl. It was an eBay purchase… Read more “Crusty and cracked to new”
A Great Ordering Experience
The owner/staff was congenial, went out of their way to assist me with my order. They processed the order immediately and informed me directly of… Read more “A Great Ordering Experience”
Reliable, honest and fair
Briarville has never disappointed me; they have always proven to be reliable, honest, fair and fast. Ric’s prices are reasonable and for the quality of… Read more “Reliable, honest and fair”
Fantastic!
Hi Ric
I have just received my pipe back from Briarville. I couldn’t be more pleased.
The pipe looks brand new and since… Read more “Fantastic!”
Still Happy
Dear Ric,
Glad you published my testimonial. I’m sill happy with the work you did on my GBD. My wife is too.
Bill… Read more “Still Happy”
EXCELLENT WORK
I just received my pipes back from Briarville. The workmanship was incredible and exceeded my expectations. I’ll be sending all my pipes to them when… Read more “EXCELLENT WORK”
Amazing Experience
I just wanted to shout out and thank you for my new favorite pipe! I had no idea that the stummel I sent you guys… Read more “Amazing Experience”
My wife choked up when she saw how wonderfully new all 15 pipes turned out.
I normally don’t do this but I have to write and let you know what an exceptional job you did on the restoration of my… Read more “My wife choked up when she saw how wonderfully new all 15 pipes turned out.”
I wanted to drop a note and say, WOW!!!
I wanted to drop a note and say, WOW!!! The pipes look amazing. Thank you. ~ Anthony Mastromarino – Taunton, MA
Man, that was quick!
The good mailman brought me the Briarville Signature Natural today. Man, that was quick! She’s just gorgeous! Amazing grain and finish, great stem, fantastic draw,… Read more “Man, that was quick!”
my husband received his pipe!! He loves it.
I just wanted you to know my husband received his pipe!! He loves it. Thank you for all you do for people. It is great… Read more “my husband received his pipe!! He loves it.”
Just received your pipe here in Brazil
I’ve just received your pipe here in Brazil, I am very pleased, you did a very nice job, congratulations and thanks a lot! Andre Dalle… Read more “Just received your pipe here in Brazil”
What a deal
The Huckleberry pipe you sent is awesome! What a deal. I’m smoking my first “break-in” bowl as I type this. The shape, feel in hand… Read more “What a deal”
They look like I just purchased them
I received my pipes yesterday. I am very very happy with them. They look like I just purchase them. They are amazing. Thank you very… Read more “They look like I just purchased them”
How pleased I am with the work you did on my pipe
I telephoned you earlier today telling you how pleased I am with the work you did on my pipe. Now that I have smoked it,… Read more “How pleased I am with the work you did on my pipe”
Looks great and smokes perfectly
My wife and kids bought a Briarville Series I pipe for my birthday. What a great job you made of it. Looks great and smokes… Read more “Looks great and smokes perfectly”
I am very happy with the work.
Just a message to let you know I received my Parker Suosr Bruyere pipe back from you today. You opened up the stem and and… Read more “I am very happy with the work.”
Thank you for the ease of doing business with you
Thank you for the ease of doing business with you. I’m looking forward to receiving my repaired pipes, and will keep you at the top… Read more “Thank you for the ease of doing business with you”
What a great job guys!
Just got my pipe back from getting a new stem installed. What a great job guys! The stem is factory perfect. No way to tell… Read more “What a great job guys!”
You will have all my future repair business
Got my repaired and reconditioned 50 year old pipe back this afternoon. Show and tell at the pipe club meeting. They were impressed, the shop… Read more “You will have all my future repair business”
I just wanted to say job well done
Hey Ric, I just wanted to say job well done, very well done on my old Wilke and those two unfinished pipes. They are beautiful… Read more “I just wanted to say job well done”
Briarville Signature Supreme!
I REALLY like the Briarville Signature Supreme I received earlier this week. You really did a first rate job on that pipe. Smokes wonderfully too!!… Read more “Briarville Signature Supreme!”
This pipe could be a museum piece
The Signature Supreme is a pipe light in weight, a great smoke and a work of art! This pipe could be a museum piece but… Read more “This pipe could be a museum piece”
extremely happy with Briarville
Ric – Received the pipes back today, extremely happy with Briarville. I’m sure to send more work your way soon. Thanks! BLAKE KAISER
Owner
Incredible job!!!
Briarville, Incredible job!!! I received the pipe and let me tell you that I am so happy with the beautiful stem you created for me,… Read more “Incredible job!!!”