GBD New Standard 529 Smooth Bent Billiard Estate Briar Pipe, English Estates

Description

GBD was one of several prominent examples of a French pipe brand that, due to certain circumstances, became a maker most associated with classic ‘British’ pipes. Founded in 1850 by the French trio Ganneval, Bondier & Donninger, the brand was bought by English company Oppenheimer at the beginning of the 20th century, who opened factories in London and Paris to meet an increasing demand for the make’s high-quality and highly desirable pipes. Partly owing to the make’s inventive, yet traditional shapes, and partly due to the high standards of their production, GBD pipes are particularly coveted by collectors, as well as those who simply appreciate classic, well-made smoking instruments.

GBD’s New Standard line was its flagship reddish-brown finish, with a ruby-like tint gently emanating from its contrasting hues. This one is rendered in the form of a classic 3/4 bent billiard, making for an easy going, good looking clencher. Based on the nomenclature and brass “GBD” stem inlay, this will be a pre-1980, i.e., pre-Cadogan Investments merger piece, making it all the more appealing to those who appreciate “pipes with a pedigree.”

The condition is good. Some wear to the rim and a couple of small scratches on the bowl.

 

Details:

Length: 5.5″ / 139.7mm

Bowl Width: 0.78 / 19.81mm

Bowl Depth: 1.33″ / 33.78mm

Weight: 1.1oz / 32g