Preben Holm Deluxe Matt Smooth Pot Estate Briar Pipe

Description

Though he would tragically pass away at the age of 42, Preben Holm was one of the pioneering figures in the ‘Danish design’ movement in 20th century pipe-making – a movement that still dominates the high-grade pipe scene. By hand-shaping his pipes on a belt sander, Holm was able to make the most of the patterns of grain hidden within briar, creating spectacular works of pipe art that looked just as good as they smoked. Owing to Holm’s untimely passing, his pipes are even more highly sought after than they were during his lifetime.

This pipe from Preben Holm is quite distinct even relative to Holm’s styles, given that it is far more traditionally inclined than many of his pipes. Make no mistake, it was still hand-shaped rather than turned on a lathe, but it is still not far off from the classic English-French pot. It’s also smaller and lighter than most of Holm’s output, and veteran smokers may even find it comfortable enough to clench. For those that don’t find it light enough for clenching, it is still a highly ergonomic design – as the classics usually are – and one that shows off a veritable bouquet of bird’s-eye and cross grain patterns.

The condition is good. The pipe does have some handling marks, and the rim is a little darkened from past use, but these are superficial imperfections that will not affect the pipe’s stellar smoking properties.

 

Details:

Length: 5.5″

Bowl Width: 22.1mm

Bowl Depth: 1.4″

Weight: 1.9oz / 46g