This is the basic pipe tool. One flat end to use as a tamper, the other with a scraper or spoon to clear the dottle from the bowl. They tend to disappear like socks in a dryer, so it's not a bad idea to pick up a handful so you always have spares on hand.
Works great. I have several kept in multiple locations.
5 out of 5
Where did mine disappear to?
Feb 07, 2023
I always order several of these when I place my tobacco order because they are never where I left them. A must-have.
4 out of 5
Works well. Good price.
Jan 30, 2023
Works well. Good price.
5 out of 5
Not worthy of review
Dec 12, 2022
What can go wrong with an aluminum nail smashed on one end? It works.
5 out of 5
Simple and it works!
Nov 17, 2022
Unpretentious and gets to job done. Just the way I like it. I love these things.
5 out of 5
Worth the purchase!!
Nov 10, 2022
Love using it as third time ordering this from other site and lost one so ordered this and put in safe place so won't lose it again.
5 out of 5
Easy pocket tool for that
Oct 08, 2022
Easy pocket tool for that everyday tamping that we all do. Great conversation piece.
5 out of 5
Great Tool
Jul 13, 2022
Very handy and works great. Use it every day.
5 out of 5
Happy with service
Jul 04, 2022
Happy with service
5 out of 5
perfect choice
Jun 30, 2022
very handy pipe tool, great for pocket carry...
5 out of 5
I tend to lose these,
Jun 11, 2022
I tend to lose these, and they are still my go-to pocket tool.
5 out of 5
High Quality
Jun 07, 2022
Quality product. The real deal made put of aluminum alloy. Handy, useful tool.
5 out of 5
2 inches of pure joy!!!
Mar 03, 2022
2 inches of pure joy!!!
3 out of 5
Perfectly good nail
Dec 25, 2021
I bought this nail. It was exactly what I wanted and for a good price, but I put off writing a review because it’s just a freaking NAIL, but I’ve gotten like five reminders to review it and honestly I just want it to stop.
If this merchant wasn’t such a nuisance I would say it’s a five star nail. Well, I probably wouldn’t have said anything at all, because once again, ITS JUST A FREAKING NAIL.
5 out of 5
Super simple and cheap enough
Dec 16, 2021
Super simple and cheap enough I can have one in every room
5 out of 5
Best Bang for the Buck
Nov 01, 2021
This is a very basic pipe tool that does exactly what it was designed to do. It tamps and it scoops. Hard to beat it for the price point. If you want something a little nicer that takes you to the next level, a Czech tool would be the way to go. This pairs well with my cobs. I'm not sure I would use this on my upper end pipes, but that's strictly an aesthetic decision, not a utilitarian one.
5 out of 5
Great items! Thanks.
Oct 30, 2021
Great items! Thanks.
5 out of 5
good
Sep 26, 2021
good
5 out of 5
I had three of these
Aug 06, 2021
I had three of these that must be at least 35 years old. Lost one and I realized P&C carries them. Ordered 6. They are the most useful and economical and if lost, no tears shed. Grab a few!
4 out of 5
cheap, works
Jun 21, 2021
cheap, works
4 out of 5
You need this
Jun 14, 2021
Basic and good. Buy one, or a few.
5 out of 5
Great product for a low
May 07, 2021
Great product for a low price
5 out of 5
Great device
Apr 22, 2021
Great device
5 out of 5
Perfect
Apr 14, 2021
Very helpful
5 out of 5
Good cheap tamper
Apr 05, 2021
Good cheap tamper
5 out of 5
Does exactly what it is
Mar 23, 2021
Does exactly what it is supposed to do. A little disappointed to see "made in China" stamped on it. Like, we have to import things like this? Why? Anyway, whatever. It does what you need it to do.
5 out of 5
Does the job
Mar 20, 2021
Does the job
5 out of 5
Great pipe tool that does
Mar 05, 2021
Great pipe tool that does exactly what you need it too. Nice size for most pipes. I have several that I keep across multiple coats and pockets so i always have one on hand
5 out of 5
Works, stays cool.
Feb 22, 2021
Works, stays cool.
5 out of 5
I guess you could own
Jan 31, 2021
I guess you could own a fancy tamper but this is really all you need and the other end cleans out the bowl just fine. I keep many on hand because they seem to vanish.
5 out of 5
Simple, affordable. I lost my
Jan 28, 2021
Simple, affordable. I lost my first one and used other things like a shear pin but this silver nail is the way to go. I just received my second one and it’s better than the first one, a little longer.
4 out of 5
Great Value
Dec 29, 2020
I'm always losing tampers, so I bought several of these.
5 out of 5
As advertised.
Dec 10, 2020
As advertised.
5 out of 5
Handy
Nov 17, 2020
Handy
4 out of 5
Tool works well, but metal
Oct 04, 2020
Tool works well, but metal is too porous and blackens easily.
4 out of 5
Aluminum tamper nail
Sep 18, 2020
My favorite tamper but it needs a better poker. Still it’s light, easy to pack and clean. I have four or five of them.
BUT they’re made in China. So, until production moves to elsewhere I will not be purchasing more.
4 out of 5
Works okay.
Sep 05, 2020
Works okay.
5 out of 5
Perfect
Aug 26, 2020
Gets the job done. Hides in your pocket. Love the nails. Just ordered another 5 so I have them everywhere.
5 out of 5
Nice
Apr 30, 2020
Perfect for the price. I have several in case I loose them which happens too often.
5 out of 5
Nice
Jan 26, 2020
In few words... it gets the job done, nicely.
5 out of 5
Im reminded of rick hacker
Jan 23, 2020
Im reminded of rick hacker who said I was once given a very nice dunhill pipe tamper that I lost in three days. All was not lost, however, I still had my horse shoe nail that was given to me at a pipe shop five years ago.
5 out of 5
The most affordable & useful tool I've found yet
Dec 15, 2019
I have made a few similar tools myself but the size and lighter weight of this one is great. An affordable tool that will last a LONG time!
5 out of 5
Love it
Oct 20, 2019
Love it
5 out of 5
Good tool
Sep 19, 2019
It simply works
5 out of 5
Pipe nail
Sep 17, 2019
Great product as advertised.
5 out of 5
always handy and works great
Aug 09, 2019
always handy and works great
4 out of 5
Perfect
Jul 13, 2019
Light and just the right size for my smaller cobs.
5 out of 5
Classic simplicity
Jun 28, 2019
These are, had none, the best of pipe tool designs. Simple and effective. They seem to be getting hard to find. The only possible better pipe tool is the Shefield (sstainless) pipe knife- but only if you forgot a pipe cleaner to break up a blocked draft!
5 out of 5
Good tool, no frills.
May 22, 2019
Works how you would expect. Nothing special but a good solid options for not a lot of cash.
5 out of 5
Economy item, but functional --
Apr 14, 2019
This aluminum pipe nail is a great economical substitute for replacing lost or misplaced tampers. Why buy an expensive one, when you can get one at about 1/4 the price? It functions well as a tamper and the tip easily removes any loose tobacco buildup, between smokes. Quite handy, when a reamer is not readily available. It's light weight and the semi-rounded tip minimizes boring holes in your pocket, when not being used. Even though they don't seem to ever wear out, I bought a few of these to keep as spares.
5 out of 5
Common sense choice
Mar 28, 2019
My go-to pipe nail. I have other exotic styles but I always reach for this one. You can't beat the price and simplicity.
5 out of 5
good as what i bought
Mar 11, 2019
good as what i bought in the 60s
4 out of 5
A little short
Mar 02, 2019
A little short
5 out of 5
Works as expected!
Mar 01, 2019
I just throw it in my pipe bag with the essentials.
5 out of 5
Silver Pipe Nail
Feb 18, 2019
great value and easy to use
5 out of 5
Pipe nail
Jan 24, 2019
Like it. Light weight and easy to use.
5 out of 5
Awesome
Jan 20, 2019
I love it it's a great tool I can carry it in my pocket and not worry about it getting stuck in a pocket knife and with the way my knuckles are in the morning it easy to use for me
5 out of 5
Pipe nail tamper
Jan 03, 2019
It’s a very simple easy to use tamper and scraper. Works like a charm!
5 out of 5
Jojo44
Jan 01, 2019
Great tool
5 out of 5
Pipe Nail
Dec 14, 2018
Just like every other one I've had for the last sixty years!
5 out of 5
It's a nail
Nov 16, 2018
The description matched the item exactly and I'll likely add one each order.
5 out of 5
OK
Nov 11, 2018
.
5 out of 5
works well
Nov 08, 2018
works well
5 out of 5
Pipe nail
Oct 31, 2018
My favorite pipe tool. (I smoke Missouri Meerschaums)
5 out of 5
Does the job
Oct 28, 2018
The silver nail is a very light, but functional tamper. The other end is flattened and not sharp, so it is good for my pocket. Price and functionality give this a five star in my opinion.
5 out of 5
Well worth the price!
Oct 25, 2018
This is a small, handy pipe tool that no pipe smoker should be without!
5 out of 5
GREAT LITTLE TOOL FOR PIPES!
Oct 23, 2018
GREAT LITTLE TOOL FOR PIPES!
5 out of 5
nice
Oct 21, 2018
Love it works great.
5 out of 5
Simple
Oct 16, 2018
Simple and useful. What's not to like?
5 out of 5
Nailed
Oct 14, 2018
It's why pockets are on pants.
5 out of 5
Great as a spare tamper --
Oct 10, 2018
This aluminum tamper does a fine job with packing after the first light, keeping tobacco firmly in the bowl for an even smoke. They're easily wiped clean with a damp cloth. I store one in my pouch as a spare, tucking it in amongst the tobacco. Otherwise, the nail end may pierce the lining and initiate a tear. I bought a few of them, as they make great spares when my regular pipe tool is not readily available.
4 out of 5
OK
Oct 05, 2018
OK
5 out of 5
Good Tool!
Sep 22, 2018
Simple, easy to use, and inexpensive enough to have several lying around!
5 out of 5
Tough to drive in PT lumber
Aug 27, 2018
I saw these and thought they would work well. Especially with the interesting shape on the head of the nail. I thought a dollar a piece was a little expensive, but you have to use galvanized outdoor so I thought I'd try them for an outdoor deck I was building. Well, turns out that the head of these nails aren't sharp at all. It made it very difficult to drive them into my pressure treated deck boards. And toe nailing the rails was impossible. I ended up having to finish up with a couple of galvanized 8d nails I found rattling around in the bottom of a mason jar in my shed. I would not recommend these for pressure treated lumber at all. I did have one left over and used it as sort of a makeshift tamper for my pipe though and it worked very well. That funny tip even ended up being useful for scooping out the ash.
5 out of 5
Hard to drive, kind of expensive
Aug 22, 2018
Bought a hundred of these for my back patio. A hundred dollars seemed expensive, but you have to use galvanized fasteners when your work is going to be exposed to the elements. And I got free shipping. I thought the tip looked kind of cool, like some new design over a traditional nail, but I gave it a shot anyway. Turns out that because of this type of point, it required a lot more effort to drive this into a pressure treated 2x6. And toe nailing them was impossible. If I had it to do over again, I would just buy a pound of galvanized 8d nails at the hardware store for like a tenth of what these cost. One good thing, though is that after my deck was finished, I had one of these nails left over and it worked really good as a kind of make shift tobacco pipe tamper. That funny point kind of made it easy to scoop out all the ash when I was done.
4 out of 5
siver pipe nail
Aug 09, 2018
wish it was about 1/2 longer
5 out of 5
Nailed it
Jul 28, 2018
Simple an inexpensive - what more could you ask for.
5 out of 5
good pipe nail
Jul 24, 2018
good pipe nail
4 out of 5
it works
Jul 15, 2018
it works
5 out of 5
Does the job
Jul 14, 2018
Does the job
5 out of 5
Pipe nail
Jul 02, 2018
Works great / cheap.
5 out of 5
Very functional --
Jun 21, 2018
I’ve been buying these bargain tampers at P&C for many years. They do their expected job, are easy to clean and never wear out. I keep them in my cars and workshop, along with a spare in my pouch. These pipe nails are extremely lightweight and tend to get lost easily, especially when doing yard work. That’s why I always keep spares on hand. Best of all, they help prevent my quality pipe tools from getting lost.
5 out of 5
Quite nice.
Jun 10, 2018
Quite nice.
5 out of 5
Silver Pipe tool
May 30, 2018
Perfect tool...Its Light, and has dual purpose.
5 out of 5
LOVE IT
May 07, 2018
What can I say - it does exactlt what i wanted it to do, and the price was awesome!!! What more do you need, get one!
5 out of 5
Get a handfull whenever ordering tobacco
Apr 25, 2018
There's nothing to go wrong with these tools. They're solid, just the right size, and do what they're supposed to. Tip: Get a handfull of these when you're ordering tobacco. They won't add to your shipping cost that way. You'll lose them long before you ever wear them out. I'm convinced the pipe tool gnomes come around every night to steal pipe tools.
5 out of 5
I always loose these
Apr 04, 2018
does whats it is intended to do so i always buy multiple
5 out of 5
A good, cheap pipe nail
Mar 08, 2018
There is very little to say about this pipe nail, except to say it does it's job to perfection and is quite handy to use. I have several of them since I have a tendency to misplace one now and then. I see no need to purchase anything more expensive.
4 out of 5
Simple
Feb 28, 2018
Simple
5 out of 5
Simple and practical
Feb 16, 2018
They're solid, cheap, and get the job done. My favorite pipe tool by far.
I buy several at once because I tend to lose pipe tools. The end of it resembles a spoon but it isn't concave like a scoop. I just use it to soften the ash up so I can dump it halfway through a smoke (I don't like the taste of burning ash)
They are best used as a tamper but that's all you really need. Cheap enough to buy several at once. Don't have to worry about them falling apart on you. I'd recommend it top any pipe smoker
5 out of 5
nailed it
Jan 24, 2018
works great
3 out of 5
just ok in a pinch
Jan 09, 2018
just ok in a pinch
5 out of 5
Pipe Nail
Jan 07, 2018
As expected. Good value.
4 out of 5
Works
Dec 21, 2017
simple
4 out of 5
Works
Dec 19, 2017
Simple an inexpensive
5 out of 5
Works
Dec 15, 2017
Simple and inexpensive
5 out of 5
simple is good
Oct 25, 2017
It is just a nail; but does the job. Don't worry about losing one. Can have extras to have around. good give aways.
5 out of 5
Excellent
Sep 11, 2017
Cant go wrong with this tamper. I Hardly use any other tamper but this one.
3 out of 5
Reviewing a Nail
Aug 31, 2017
What can you say about an aluminum flat point nail. It is durable and useful.
5 out of 5
Silver Pipe Nail is my personal favorite.
Jun 12, 2017
This silver pipe nail is my favorite pocket pipe tamping and mild scraping tool.
Came in a bundle so I got it for a very nice price.
Thanks Pipes and Tobacco.
5 out of 5
Handy
Feb 18, 2017
They're inexpensive and handy to have, I keep 1 in each car plus 1 on the porch, If I loose 1 I have spares.
5 out of 5
very light
Jan 30, 2017
it's a great pipe nail. I thought at first it was made of plastic, but I believe it's aluminum.
5 out of 5
like em, use em
Jan 29, 2017
Always try to have one of these scattered around and in every coat pocket.
5 out of 5
Tamp it firm
Jan 23, 2017
This pipe tool is nice, economical and efficient. It's a good addition to one's pipe accessory collection.
5 out of 5
Good
Jan 01, 2017
Good
5 out of 5
Really nailed it...
Dec 14, 2016
...with these pipe nails. They are cheap, so you can buy a few to keep in your car, coat pocket, pipe bag, etc. And if you lose them, no love lost.
I will say though that the tamping head may be a little big for tapered bowls. It's not a deal breaker though. That could be modified with a little ingenuity if your favorite pipe falls in that category.
5 out of 5
Works
Dec 05, 2016
As well as any other
5 out of 5
Great and simple
Sep 27, 2016
Great value, does what it says. Simple and efficient.
5 out of 5
Silver Pipe Nail
Jul 29, 2016
What can I say? Simple little device that's been around since Moses was a baby. Lightweight, rustproof aluminum that fits easily into your pocket or pouch. Sure beats dirty or burned fingers for tamping your pipe.
5 out of 5
Simple and what you need
Jul 28, 2016
Nothing fancy...its just right.
5 out of 5
Silver nail
Jul 25, 2016
Handy and cheap.
5 out of 5
simple
Jun 29, 2016
These are rather crudely made, but they work great snd get the job done. And thats what I think matters.
5 out of 5
Good Ol' Pipe Nail
Jun 23, 2016
Cheap,Easy and Plentiful! What else is there to say? it's a Pipe Nail! Inexpensive enough to leave one everywhere I go and one to carry. They're like basic pipe cleaners, not pretty but gets the job done.
5 out of 5
Good for the money
Jun 10, 2016
This is good at what it does, excellent size on the tamper size and the scraper is decent. For the money you can't go wrong but I would recommend spending a dollar more and order the Czech tool
5 out of 5
Hank
Jun 06, 2016
They are exactly what I was after!
5 out of 5
No moving parts
Jun 04, 2016
Easy to use and great value. No moving parts. 100% recyclable, if that's your thing.
5 out of 5
Functionality A1
Apr 27, 2016
This tool is very functional and sleek. I very much like this no frill tool and will buy another as a spare just in case I loose one. No problems here
5 out of 5
resonable price
Apr 25, 2016
cheep price . I loose or misplace a lot of pipe tools , with this price I can have plenty of extras lying around .
5 out of 5
No Frills Pipe Nail
Apr 24, 2016
It is what it is ... a quick easy nail to carry in your pocket without anything sticking in your leg lol or cluttering your pocket up. I tend to keep other tools at home or office.
5 out of 5
Good cheap little tool!
Mar 07, 2016
Basic tamper/scraper and dirt cheap! Should last forever and no sad face if lost. I bought a few.
5 out of 5
Just what it says works
Mar 03, 2016
Just what it says works great
5 out of 5
Silver pipe nails
Jan 11, 2016
Bought ghese for my dad and he loves them.
1 out of 5
Poor QC
Dec 07, 2015
I don't normally write reviews, but I felt I needed to provide feedback on this product. I have had a pipe nail previously (just like the one shown in the picture), but gave it to a friend. So, I ordered a new one to replace it.
Don't get me wrong, it obviously will still perform the basic tasks of tamping and scraping. But the QC on this is terrible - it should not have passed. It is clearly hand ground, and then sand-blasted. Nothing is circular, symmetrical, or even. It looks like a 7th grade shop project from the reject bin. I am reluctant to use it to scrape my bowl due to the odd & uneven curve of the "spoon" end.
It's not a huge deal due to the small price tag, but I would still like to find a quality replacement for the pipe nail I used to have.
5 out of 5
does what it's supposed to
Dec 02, 2015
Use this Little tool to keep in my pocket so I have one with me no matter where I am you never know when you might be able to stop for a smoke
5 out of 5
The idea pipe tool for everyday use
Oct 30, 2015
I'll be getting another of these! I've been using the multi-tool for a while and picked up one of these on a whim, but it works so much better for me that I carry this all the time and leave the other with the pipe stand at home. It is light-weight, simple, easy to clean, and very functional.
5 out of 5
Nice pipe tool
Aug 23, 2015
As simple as it gets and does a great job. Just sorry I didn't buy the five pack.
5 out of 5
Great Buy!
Aug 20, 2015
Why did I buy just one of these. These things are great and how can ya argue with the price. Best little pipe tool I've used!
Customer Testimonials
The large tamp area is ideal for getting a more uniform tamp on the ember unlike some of the smaller diameter tamps that some with pipe lighters...they will compress a small area of the ash/amber area and I find them to be not a very consistent tamp...these nail are simple and work excellent ...highly recommended !
RA of derry, NH
These serve the purpose as a tamper and scraper. However I like having a punch like the 3-in-1 tools have because some times I pack my pipe a little too tight and that punch is perfect for opening up just a small hole. I will still keep these on hand, especially for traveling.
TO of Concord, NC
A simple must have for any pipe smoker. Buy lots as you might lose one or two to your mooching friends.
MS of Frankfort, KY
Nice little inexpensive tool. It was to my surprise slightly larger than expected. Not bad at all but I think I prefer the horseshoe tool.
BL of Belleville, IL
It's simple and it works.
KJ of Aiea, HI
These things are really handy and inexpensive. I have several in a small wooden box on my desk, at all times. One of these and a small, sharp pocket knife are the only pipe tools I use.
JB of Seguin, TX
Exactly what I was looking for at a great price. I bought the 4-pack. Let's face it we all lose pipe tools, at a dollar a piece, I won't lose any sleep when I do? The perfect pipe tool - cheap and simple.
BB of Valley Center, KS
They're pipe tools , a nail at that. Plain, simple pipe tool and very cheap. Go ahead and get a bunch.
TS of Rehoboth Beach, DE
This is my 5th one. I like these better than a Czech Pipe Tool.
JF of Norway, ME
I love these silver pipe nails. Cheap, light, and useful. If I lose one, I dont worry about it. I lose them all the time.
JT of Hockley, TX
Love these! They make great handouts to new pipe smokers! You cant beat the price! Thanks!
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