Handmade In Denmark SII Handmade In Denmark Estate Briar Pipe

This was an early production of either Ben Wade or Preben Holm, and was marked SII over the small pit above the nomenclature, so thus, a masterfully carved pipe was marked down. There is no goof or flaw on the maker's part. From the shank to the bowl the carving is detailed with a wave like patten, capturing the feeling of a sail blowing in the wind, or drapery in a window on a breezy day. The straight grain stands out from across the room. It's light and begs to be held a certain way.... It is not excessively large, but just right, not small. The stem is wide, and a bite mark was filled. I honestly cannot believe they wouldn't put their name to such an exquisite pipe. Some high end makers didn't shy away from pits, but considered them a part of it, which is a philosophy I understand. Burak was one who designed pipes, but didn't carve, and demanded the pits be left alone as a natural part of the pipe, rebelling in a way of the rejection of small blemishes. Also, in my pint of view, a natural pit, especially on a pipe with plateau briar sections steals nothing from the aesthetics, but each maker has their own standards, and there are different levels of it. This is a beauty, with a lot of wood around a standard chamber. I believe the stem to be Preben Holm, but I am not the freehand authority. I do know it is a great smoker, and one that is sure to impress. If I had to guess which maker for a thousand dollars I would call it Preben Holm. 
Snug fitting vulcanite stem.Measures  7” Long.Chamber is 2” deep by 7/8” across.Our pipes come to you cleaned, refurbished and ready to smoke! Refurbished by a specialist, which includes: • Chamber reamed with a very thin layer of cake left • Stem cleaned and disinfected • Waxed & polished

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