J. Mouton Pipes

Jay was born and raised in Gueydan, Louisiana. Of his 44 years he has only lived one year elsewhere, and that was only 45 minutes away. He grew up hunting and fishing the bayous and marshes. His mother was an elementary school secretary and his father a carpenter. His dad was well known for being one of the best duck hunters in the area and was in a couple books for guiding people and making duck calls. Jay was always with him, and when he turned 14 he started working for him after school and during the summer breaks. Jay's father was an amazing craftsman. Jay started learning to make duck calls at around 17 years old. This is when his lathe experience started, making calls from bamboo and many hardwoods. The reeds for the calls were hand cut from Ace Hard rubber combs. It's basically vulcanite, which played a roll later in pipe making. 
 
So fast forward to pipe making. Jay bought his first pipe in early 2016. He knew nothing, "I didn't have the nostalgic story of grandpa or dad who smoked a pipe". He just always loved the way it looked and decided to give it a try. Shortly after that he discovered the YTPC (YouTube Pipe Channel) while trying to learn how to smoke. It didn't take long to meet some wonderful people and start his own channel. A gentleman by the name of Todd Elmore offered to send Jay some tobaccos to try. Well at the time he didn't have anything good send back, but he knew wood working, so he made him a tamper from gunstock grade walnut. Todd was pretty impressed and suggested Jay should make pipes. Mouton began making tampers for few friends and shortly after started selling them.
The tampers bought Mouton a new lathe (the old one that made calls was broken). On June 11, 2018 Jay made his first pipe. He gifted that pipe to a gentleman named James Baker. He sold the second one, kept the third, and it just took off from there. Within a few months he was taking commissions. He thought, "this might be something here", so he dove in. He began watching Jared Coles, Grant Batson, and J. Alan videos. He studied every carver he could find. Trying to learn how the best in the world set themselves apart. He's still doing this almost 5 years later, picking a carver, then finding out everything he can about their pipes. 
"You say to yourself it's just a pipe, 2 axis and some shaping. The fact that so many amazing pipe makers have taken and continue to take it to new levels everyday still impresses me". 
 
"I love pipes! They have completely changed my life. I feel blessed to be part of such a wonderful industry and community."
Mouton-CherrywoodBlast.jpg|Cherrywood with Buffalo horn and Stirling Silver
Mouton-Eskimo-Tusk.jpg|Eskimo with fossilized Walrus tusk
Mouton-OakBurlCalabash.jpg|Oak Burl Calabash
Mouton-WhileSpineLovat.jpg|Lovat with Whale Spine
Mouton-BambooLotus.jpg|Bamboo Lotus with Jadiete
Mouton-BambooTomato.jpg|Tomatoe with Snowflade Obsidian
Mouton-BambooCherrywood.jpg|Bamboo Cherrywood
Mouton-SmoothBilliard.jpg
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Mouton-SmoothPaneledBilliard.jpg
Mark Varricchio aka TPI sent the following:
The Artistry of Jason Mouton: Master Pipemaker
In the heart of Gueydan, Louisiana, Jason Mouton, also known as J. Mouton, has carved out a niche as an exceptional artisan pipe maker. His journey from crafting duck calls to creating exquisite tobacco pipes is a testament to his dedication and craftsmanship.
Jason’s pipes are celebrated for their unique blend of traditional and contemporary designs. Here are some highlights from his impressive lineup.
Jason excels in creating timeless shapes such as Billiards, Bulldogs, and Lovats. These pipes are characterized by their elegant lines and balanced proportions.
His modern designs, including Blowfish and Pokers, showcase his ability to innovate while maintaining functionality. These pipes often feature intricate details and creative use of materials.
Jason incorporates a variety of materials into his pipes, including buffalo horn, fossilized walrus tusk, and whale spine. These elements add a distinctive touch to each piece, making them truly one-of-a-kind.
The Bushido Series, for example, reflects his deep appreciation for Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship.
Today, Jason Mouton is recognized for his meticulous craftsmanship and innovative designs. His pipes are not just smoking instruments but works of art that reflect his passion for the craft. Jason’s ability to blend traditional techniques with modern aesthetics has earned him a loyal following among pipe enthusiasts.
Jason continues to push the boundaries of pipe making, experimenting with new materials and techniques to create unique and functional pieces. His dedication to quality and attention to detail ensure that each pipe is a masterpiece in its own right.
Jason Mouton’s journey from the bayous of Louisiana to the world of artisan pipe making is a story of passion, perseverance, and artistry. His pipes are more than just smoking instruments; they are works of art that carry a piece of his heritage and craftsmanship. 
For those who appreciate the finer things in life, a J. Mouton pipe is a testament to the enduring beauty of handmade artistry.
Jay primarily works with commissions but occasionally posts available pipes. You can also find some of his pipes at Smokingpipes.com, tobaccopipes.com, cupOjoes.com, and Pipes Dooku.
=== Contact Information: ===
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