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I couldn't have done it without you!!!

First, I have so many people to thank for helping me along my 37+ year pipe making journey and I might miss a few, sorry. My wife Mary, My Dad, My Mom, My Brothers Glenn and Bruce, Steven Miller in Maryland for his cool pipe designs, Adam Libretta in California for the "Libretta Euc", Bill, Bob, Mike and Billy from the tobacco shop, Andrea at Pipemaker's Emporium in Arizona, John at Harbor Freight Tools in California, Grizzly Industrial (tools) in Washington, Scott Thile at Pipedia.com, Kurt Huhn at Pipemaker's Forum.com, Marty and Randy at M&M Tools in Van Nuys, California, President George W. Bush for lowering my taxes and keeping us safe for 7 years, and all of the really great men and women who have supported me by purchasing my art and leaving some really positive feedback.

A big thank you to those who have left comments in the old guestbook. This page is dedicated to those who wish to leave a message by e-mail instead. You can also check out my feedback at "gm-pipes" on eBay. I would like to hear your reviews and comments. Thanks again for your support. Here are some e-mails I have received. Some names have been witheld by request or they didn't leave one.

Gregg, Thanks again for the the great piece and quick turn-around. I'm looking forward to using it. It looks awesome - even better than the photo!! Perfect size, exactly what we talked about. Thanks so much. It was kind of you to throw in the pipe tool as well. Thanks, M.S. (PA) (This is part of the e-mail. the rest were questions about break-in and cleaning)

I never heard of G.M. pipes until I stumbled onto your site. I like the way it smokes. I thought all wood pipes had to be briar. Nice one. (name witheld) (GA)

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You are the man of pipe makers. You make the best smoking pipes ever. I am so glad I met you. You have vision and determination. I commend your efforts. This orange dream is the rizzle of all that is snizzle dizzle. You f-----g rock, its so comfy for the hand. Pipe Master GM I salute you and thank you for making the best pipes anywhere. Your craftsmanship is topnotch brother. Thank you
Your friend till the end
Steven (Bel Air, MD)

How do you make them so cheap. I don't mean quality I mean price. And fast shipping. Thanks I will be buying again. How much for one like this in mahogany. Kenny (FL)

Nice site let me know when you ship to Belgie. (Belgium)

OH MY GOD!!! This looks great!!! I'll call you tomorrow. K.R. (PA)

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baddass bad with a double d. I like what you have been doing lately.gonna have to send you more wood. ttys
S (MD)

Hello, I first would like to congratulate you on your beautiful work, I am new to pipe smoking but your pipes are so far the most beautiful I’ve seen. It shows on the pictures that they are crafted by a professional. I am writing to you because I would like to know if you sell your work to Canadians. I live in Montreal and would be interested in a few of your models for my own personal use. I thank you for your time. JJP (Montreal) (note: Yes, I do send my art to Canada, but postage does cost a bit more)

It is gorgeous!! Fabulous job! Why don’t you ship it ASAP to the address below. GS (CA)

Got the pipe--it is even better than I anticipated from the picture!
Great size. I will bring it Saturday for the others to see. GS (CA)

The pipe is indeed everything you said it would be. It smokes very dry and is breaking in very well. I intend to order more of them. Can you make them with larger bowls? (Name Witheld) (CA)

I like them thanks! The stems do fit extremely well, and make my corn cob pipes look like the way they should back in the old days. Sean (TX)

Greg, Thank you for your reply, It's so nice to hear from someone with fresh ideas and not stuck with the same old program. Don't get me wrong, I love the old school pipes as well, but I like change too. I think that's why I like your style of pipe making. I hope in the near future to order a pipe from you and to keep in touch. Thanks again, Ted

Gregg, Just wanted to to send a thanks to you for a really great pipe. I have been enjoying all weekend. I bought the pipe at Edwards after talking to you on Sat. It was the special and has quickly become my favorite. Thanks again. In the future when I can afford some more pipes I will again be visiting your web site to order one more of your pipes. Bob L. (CA)

awesome haven't seen anything like your pipes, refreshing THANK YOU, Paul V. (NM)

Sir: The pipe arrived in today's mail. I love the lines and the color of it. I also like the sturdier feel to the pipe overall--I'm not so worried about breaking this pipe as I am with my churchwarden meerschaum or my clay churchwarden. I also enjoy the fuller bowl---this may end up being my "smoke break at work" pipe. (note: I removed maintenance questions from this e-mail to save space) Overall, no buyer's remorse with this pipe. I'm quite pleased with this one, in fact. I look forward to ordering yet more of these from you...this way, I can have a pipe for each day that will smoke as smoothly as this one. Thank you again--this is my very first custom-made pipe. Cheers, R.C., Jr. (IN)

Still lovin the pipe and its the only one that sits next to my chair. The rest are in other rooms, but yours sits in my living room on the table next to my chair. Now I need to think about a pipe rest/display stand so it displays nicely. I have a couple of pictures of pipes I've been looking at and getting ideas. I'll send along the photos and see what creative spin you can put on them. Take care my friend, Keith

Dude! Pipe arrived yesterday safe and sound. YOU ARE A GENIUS!!!! (note: I am not a genius, I am an artist, but thanks)

I got home too late to smoke it, but played with it in my living room. The length is PERFECT! I can rest my hand in my lap and the bit barely touched my lip. Further, with a slight twist of the wrist the bit sits PERFECTLY with the curve resting on my collar bone. NO effort, No holding up my arm, No need for a pipe rest, Easy draw. The wife just LOVES the way it looks! Acorn bowl, turned stem and she is fascinated with the interchangable pieces! Lets touch base and work on another after pay day (1st of the month). (PA)

The wife REALLY likes the pipes and I smoked the Walnut Churchwarden...of which she was impressed with the pipe, aroma, etc.

I'm EXTREMLY satisfied with my purchase. Have fun and happy turning!!! (NE)

Man, you’re the best!!! Wanted to drop you a note and let you know the package arrived safely, MAN ARE THEY BEAUTIFUL!!! Took a good look at the rusticated pipe that arrived, I think we made a good decision to go with the turned stem leaving wood highlights to keep it from being all smooth. MAN IS THIS GOING TO BE FUN!!! I’m taking one of the churchwarden up to the local smoke shop to puff away with the boys…might make them jealous, could generate some business for you! Thanks again brother! K.R. Jr.

Gregg, That is f*#@ing awesome my brother from another mother. I love it you are the master of the pipe wood my friend. I cant wait to see the churchwarden now. Honestly Gregg this looks amazing. Ill talk to you soon. Just remember when making the churchwarden to let the peaceful love flow through your creative bones :) Peace brother, S. M. (MD)

Hi Gregg, It's SC again - I checked out your pipes on your website - they are amazing. If I saw one in person, I'd think they were carved 80 years ago - you are truly talented. I am looking forward to meeting you and your lovely wife this Sunday. Take care. S.C. (CA)

Man, that is cool looking! I really dig it! Slightly different since I modified the size, but nice - thanks so much. -Michael (IA)

Where there is passion, a desire for excellence- none can surpass the high end quality and engineering of a GM Pipe. (Thanks Mr. Miller)

GM,

You are a pipe genius! A guru of epic proportions! A true giant of the pipe making world although, a leprechaun in stature. I have many high end name brand pipes including Dunhill, Savinelli, Peterson and GBD and ever since you made my first GM Three Piece Libretta Euk pipe all these great pipes in my collection have been doing nothing more than sitting and gathering dust. With the recent addition of my second GM Three Piece Libretta Euk pipe that smokes cooler, dryer and all around better than any pipe in my collection (with of course the exception of my first GM Three Piece Libretta Euk pipe). I implore you to lavish the gift of these wonderful pipes on the rest of the pipe smoking world! You Sir have a loyal customer for life!
Adam Libretta (CA) (Yes, a Leprechaun in stature maybe, but Leprechauns are magical creatures so I am going to take that as a compliment. Besides what I don't have in height, I have in talent!)

Gregg, I received the cigarette holders yesterday. WOW! What record time and excellent service. both holders, briar and eucalyptus, are even better looking than the photos you sent me. They smoke perfectly and I'm sure they will give me years of pleasure. Now that I have them and see how handsome they are, we will need to talk about ordering a couple more out of different choice woods. thanx again, and
The LORD bless and keep you... garypaul (Salem, OR)