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Artisan Profile : Mr Kim Jong Wook.

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Mr Kim Jong Wook was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea. As a young man he majored in Fine Arts in University and after graduating he proceeded to a successful career in painting. While working as an artist Mr Kim has always taken time to enjoy pipe smoking.

After a long career in painting he decided to transfer his craftsman skills to pipe making. Weaving his imagination and passion for briarwood, Mr Kim has produced a collection of magnificent work. His pipes are shaped by a modern reinterpretation of classical styles and ornamented with lush birdseye grain.  Mr Kim is committed to creating the finest pipe using only the best materials.

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