The Dig Archive | Artifact Blog

Most ashtrays are open trays, so odor escapes and you end up emptying them immediately. Use this checklist to find a modern, sealed, discreet designer ashtray.

Designer ashtrays treat function as baseline, then refine material, geometry, and longevity so the object performs better and ages predictably.

A modern smoking pipe uses better materials, smarter cooling, and tool-less cleaning. Tempest shows what the future of dry pipes looks like.

Magnets in a smoking pipe? Yep, and it’s not just a gimmick. Magnetic pipes are transforming how we smoke tobacco, legal herbs, and botanical extracts. Cleaner draws, faster access, and no more gunked-up threads. This post breaks down how they work, why they matter, and what makes them the future of modern smoking.

Anodized aluminum is heat-resistant and built to last, but dishwashers are its kryptonite. Learn why tossing it in with your dishes is a bad idea — and why it’s still one of the best materials for smoking.

Think $100 is a lot to spend on a smoking pipe? Try $300,000. This article explores the booming world of high-end glass art, where handcrafted pipes and water pipes are collected like fine art. From functional sculptures to investment-worthy pieces, we break down what’s driving the rise of luxury smoking accessories — and just how much people are willing to pay.

Smoking isn’t just a method, it’s an art form. A ritual. A moment. Whether you’re enjoying a hand roll on your porch or drawing from a dry pipe in the woods, combustion brings a kind of connection no other method can match. This guide breaks down the most common ways to burn and inhale, from the classics to the quiet minimalists, and takes a closer look at the unsung hero of the smoke world: the dry pipe. Simple, portable, and wildly varied, dry pipes are where design meets fire. Let’s dig in.