Edward’s XL Smooth Lumberman w/ Acrylic Estate Briar Pipe, American Estates

Description

While it has, at times, contracted other parties to produce pipes under its name, Edward’s used to manufacture both pipes and tobacco of its own, with a view to becoming the “American Charatan” for the former. The brand was a pioneer for American freehand pipes in this way, with its employed carvers including the great Randy Wiley. This period, during the 1960s-1970s, coincided with Edward’s priding itself on using choice Algerian briar (which the Algerian war of independence later interrupted the supply of) which was specially oil-cured and very lightly finished.

Here we have another example of Edward’s signature Algerian briar pipes, but this time the design is more classically-inclined. A traditional, albeit very long, rendition of an Anglo-French lumberman, it boasts an exceptionally large chamber, all while remaining quite lightweight. The stem is a more modern red and white swirl acrylic, resulting in something not unlike an upmarket Savinelli.

The condition is fair. Some rim charring and, handling marks, and small scratches around the bowl.

 

Details:

Length: 7.5″ / 190.5mm

Bowl Width: 0.97 / 24.63mm

Bowl Depth: 1.87″ / 47.49mm

Weight: 1.6oz / 48g