England, 1950-60s
A very rare and collectable Parker pipe made in late 1950s or early 1960s! On one hand this pipe belongs to the famous Dunhill family, on the other hand in 1950s Parker was a unique “company in company” even with own separate supply and marketing policies. Therefore many pipe smokers and collectors do prefer Parker Root Bruyere and Super Briar pipes. Moreover, when a pipe is of such a wonderful shape and has such a deep and stylish sandblasted finish.
The pipe markings are “109/F”, “PARKER \ \ BRIAR BARK”, “MADE IN LONDON \ ENGLAND”. The length is 13.0 cm, bowl’s hight is 3.9 cm. External diameter of the bowl is 4.6 cm, internal diameter is 1.9 cm. The depth is 2.9 cm and this pipe weights 32 gr. Briar, vulcanite stem, no filter. The chamber has been protected with a break-in coat.
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