England, 1950-70s
The pipe markings are “City de Luxe\ LONDON MADE” and “NC1936S” . The length is 12.8 cm, bowl’s height is 3.9 cm. External diameter of the bowl is 3.3 cm, internal diameter is 2.3 cm. The depth is 3.5 cm and this pipe weights 28 gr. Briar, vulcanite stem, air cooler.
England, 1950-70s The pipe represents one of the countless GBD lines produced till 1980, in other words: during the best times before the company was merged with Comoy’s under Cadogan’s roof. Traditional shape, affordable price, great manufacturer – recommended! The pipe markings are “DIGBY \ LONDON MADE”, “LONDON ENGLAND \ 529”. The length is 13.1…
England, 1930-70s “The present invention has for its object to remove or minimise the above mentioned objection and inconvenience by preventing or arresting such puncturing of the mouthpiece and, to this end, consists in providing the mouthpiece with an insertion composed of a material of comparative or sufficient hardness to resist the boring action of…
England, 1950-70s This GBD pipe from the 1950-70s is undoubtedly worth attention and may become a great addition to every pipe collection! Unique shape (such an interesting and very GBD-specific interpretation of a pot), perspex stem (another one GBD innovation!), “Collector” stamping refers to larger than usual pipe’s size. The “Century” series was introduced in…
England, 1950-70s The pipe represents a very lucky conjunction of two successful GBD ideas: the Prehistoric grade (distinguished by its fantastically wild and aggressive sandblast finish) and very well balanced and natural 269 bull dog shape. The pipe was made in 1970s the latest (before the company merged with Comoy’s) and promises a wonderful smoke…
England, 1950-70s One of the top graded GBD pipes. The Virgin series followed their famous Pedigree, Prodigy and Straight Grain grades. The pipe was made in 1970s the latest, before the merge with Comoy’s by Cadogan. Amazing grain, wonderful classical billiard shape, stylish perspex stem! This is the really pleasant pipe!
England, 1950-70s One of the top graded GBD pipes. The Virgin series followed their famous Pedigree, Prodigy and Straight Grain grades. The pipe was made in 1970s the latest, before the acquisition of the company by Cadogan. Very pleasant cross cut grain, wonderful lightweight and comfortable shape.