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England, 1971 In the beginning Dunhill created Bruyere. And several years (1910-1917) it was the single brand made by the company of a firm and dense Calabrian briar. And though pre WWII “bruyeres” were marked just by a letter “A” … Continued
England, 1986 Initially Dunhill didn’t pay any special attention to a grain of briar. Perhaps, the public opinion had not been ready yet to a “straight grain” and material of early Bruyere pipes didn’t differ by a remarkable grain. But … Continued
England, 1946-67 An extra long canadian pipe from the “family”, “pre-Dunhill” period of the company. Some producers, such as Comoy’s or Peterson put XXL stamp willingly in such cases, bearing in mind love of consumer to large and convincing devices. … Continued
England, 1960s First of all, this is the Dunhill pipe, no need to perform long explanations. Secondly, it has a very popular, respected and cool smoked canadian shape. Thirdly, it has no year suffix what is very rare for the … Continued
Italy Some sources call Savinelli an “Italian Dunhill”:”The original Savinelli pipe shows a remarkable similarity with pipes from Alfred Dunhill Ltd. and other traditional firms. The shape line is classical and mainly based on the English briar pipes. Over time … Continued
England, 1930s A moderately smoked and well preserved canadian pipe from the Hardcastle’s family period (before the complete acquisition by Dunhill in the 1946). However Dunhill is already invisibly present as the major shareholder (49% of stocks), but doesn’t influence … Continued
England Yes, there were the great times when a good pipe could cost only four shillings and a pipe for more than 20 dollars was a collectable and crazy expensive one! One of those great pipes we are glad to … Continued
England, 1950-70s This Comoy’s series was named most probably in honour of the famous Astors family known for its prominence in business, society, and politics in the United States and the United Kingdom during the 19th and 20th centuries. The … Continued
Denmark The pipe represents one of the most popular classic series produced by the famous Danish company. A moderately smoked practical and comfortable canadian pipe with a 925 sterling collar.
