Pipa, Dunhill Shell Briar (5111).
Bra skick.
Längd: 13,5 cm
höjd 5 cm
diametr 3,3 cm.
A hearty rendition of Dunhill's ”11” Lovat, this older Group 5-sized piece is a rarity among the English marque's vast portfolio, especially given its size and shape assignations. The thick-walled, rounded bowl is quite robust and is poised at the end of the classic form's rounded shank and abbreviated saddle stem. This piece should appeal to fans who are particularly fond of Dunhill's larger briars, the dark Shell Briar finish showing off the briar's handsome grain patterns.The Shell Briar's addition to the Dunhill catalog was a pivotal moment in pipe-smoking history. Before 1917, pipes with sandblasted finishes had never been made, and Alfred Dunhill's innovative mind created arguably the most popular finish for pipes today when he unveiled the Shell Briar. With its dark, reserved color palette and delightful texture, it's no surprise that it's still wildly popular over a century later.