GBD Pre-1980 New Era 9436 Smooth 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.

The New Standard is a real classic of 20th century pipe design. Seasoned, high-grade briar, a deep contrast finish, and the subtle addition of a beveled rim made for a genuinely beautiful pipe, without need of extravagance. This one is a very traditional saddle billiard, with a sea of bird’s-eye patterns glistening through its two-tone top-coat. Judging by the nomenclature, it will also be a pre-1980s, pre-Cadogan Investments merger pipe, which should only further its appeal to lovers of fine English pipes.

The condition is fair. Some inner rim darkening and a few small nicks on the bowl. The pipe comes with its original sleeve.

Details:

Length: 6.1″ / 154.9mm

Bowl Width: 0.83 / 21.08mm

Bowl Depth: 1.68″ / 42.67mm

Weight: 1.4oz / 42g