Churchwarden pipes are a type of tobacco pipe with a long stem. Also referred to as reading pipes, the long stem allows you to enjoy a pipe while still looking down to read your favorite book. The term “churchwarden pipe” stems back to a time in history when churches never locked their doors. The churchwardens or watchmen kept an eye on the building at night, passing the time by smoking pipe tobacco in a pipe with an extremely long stem to avoid the smoke or pipe from getting in their line of sight. Add one of these unique pieces to your collection today!