The Corncob is the quintessential American Pipe.   Before large scale production began in 1868 the Corncob Pipe was popular among American pioneers and Indians.  While the Bowl is made from the Cob, usually a reed or hollowed out piece of wood is used for the stem and mouthpiece.  Typically Corncobs smoke hot and wet and have a limited useful life, unlike Briar or Meerschaum.