João Madail – Scorpius
Living in Portugal, Joao Madail has been making pipes since his retirement in 2010 under the name Scorpius Pipes. He studied under renowned pipe maker Joao Reis, who was trained under many well-known Danish carvers such as Eltang, Ilsted, and the Nielsen’s.
Living in Portugal, Joao Madail has been making pipes since his retirement in 2010 under the name Scorpius Pipes. He studied under renowned pipe maker Joao Reis, who was trained under many well-known Danish carvers such as Eltang, Ilsted, and the Nielsen’s.
Although more classically trained, Madail’s pipes often carry a wild side, with very unique designs, materials, and finishes that are a decided departure from more traditional pieces. Madail uses only the finest materials like SEM Vulcanite and Mimmo/Manno Briar.
The pipes are marked with four grades:
- Scorpius Alpha, classic, low-priced, rustic forms found mostly in local shops.
- Scorpius Beta, for smooth models without interesting grain, or with dots, or
semi-rusticated. - Scorpius Delta, for classic models with good grain.
- Signature, pipes with particular shapes, with a grain that highlights them, signed João Madail.
A wide range of quality pipes
Scorpius pipes is one of the rare brands that manages both the cheaper, more accessible pipes for the beginner and the casual pipe smoker, as well as truly great and original handmade pipes for the seasoned connoisseur and pipe collector. This means that you will be able to find a great pipe from Scorpius pipes regardless of your budget.