Italy This may not be the most valuable Ser Jacopo pipe we have ever showcased, but its allure lies in its convenient and comfortable shape, masterful rustication, and, of course, the prestigious name it bears. Judging by the dotted logo on the mouthpiece, it belongs to the period between 1983 and 1997, an “early” Ser…
Germany A pipe from the one of oldest Germany artisans with the dramatic and very interesting life story. Born in 1943 in Bohemia (now Czech Republic) Karlheinz Joura grew up in Rostock, Eastern Germany, and became a famous atlethe and fantastic diver, he competed in many word diving competinions. But at the age of 19…
England, 1930-50s This is the oldest (so far) John Redman pipe we have in our private collection. We’ve mentioned recently the issues with the briar supply which were experienced by English pipe makers since the beginning of the 1960s. This shortage caused by political situation in Algeria affected Dunhill (you may be interested to look…
Denmark, 2020s A fantastic catch from the last trip to Copenhagen: fresh, breathtaking and (of course:-)))) unsmoked Poul Winslow Crown 300 freehand pipe directly from the Danish Pipe Shop. Will stay in our own collection as warm remembrance about the country, people and cordial welcome in TDPS.
Denmark, 2020s A fantastic catch from the last trip to Copenhagen: fresh, breathtaking and (of course:-)))) unsmoked Poul Winslow Crown 300 freehand pipe directly from the Danish Pipe Shop. Will stay in our own collection as warm remembrance about the country, people and cordial welcome in TDPS.
Ireland The pipe remains in our private collection: all its parameters and qualities fit perfectly – the size, the finish and of course the manufacturer!
England “At James Upshall, no part of the production is trusted to pre-set machines or copy-fraisers. Each pipe is shaped on a single flat bed lathe by chisel and the craftsman’s artistic skill. Each James Upshall pipe is the result of perfect briar quality as well as the skill of the hand-turner, no two pipes…
England There’s a long-desired addition to our private collection: John Redman Special Best Briar 509 (the laddle shape, our favourite one!). A really great work of Redman’s carvers: perfect briar, amazing distinct grain, ideal shaping and drilling. The series was one of the top grades, only Redman’s Royal pipes are more valuable!
Denmark, 2000s A pipe from our own collection obtained in the early 2000s and smoked regularly and pleasantly. Inititally it was a smooth pipe with a number of factiry fills, but in the course of time it became not really nice look. Therefore it was recently rusticated in order to achieve both a better loook…
Italy The pipe is not for sale. It would be absolutely impossible to sell such a beauty! Moreover, it’s a birthday present obtained a few years ago and safely stored in unsmoked condition until this year. The pipe surpassed all expectation: it’s a wonderful smoker in general and the best device for the Irish Spring…