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Dunhill Bruyere Spigot A Bruyere Gp4

R2,750.00

The positioning of the stampings on the stubby shank authenticates the origin of the design. From start to finish it was intended to be a squat spigot.
Patent No.194/311.
The grain is a beautiful swirl of light and dark.
The pipe is in excellent condition, no dings. And well-loved, enough to wear away the stamping on the shank.

No idea of the date of manufacture. There are some hieroglyphics on the shank, not clear enough to give a clue.
This is a collector’s pipe which has not been smoked more than once or twice.
The pipe is very light, only 27g, perfect for a straight pipe.
The spigot housing is vulcanite which blends well with the mouthpiece.
But, it seems that the mouthpiece may be a replacement. The “White Spot” appears to have been painted on.
Not a problem for the smoker – it’s the quality and curing of the briar that counts.
Weight 27g
Inside bowl diameter 20mm
Inside bowl depth 28mm
Current Price Dunhill Bruyere Group 4 R8495.00

SKU: 254-RfDH B Ao Spigot Categories: ,

Description

The White Spot pipe from Alfred Dunhill Ltd
The durability and cool sweet smoking of the Alfred Dunhill pipe with its “White Spot” trademark are universally acclaimed. Made from the finest quality briar, the “Dunhill” represents more than 90 separate processes over a period of several months. While there are checks and quality controls every step of the way, the final inspection before each pipe is released onto the market is made by only one person. An indication of the scarcity of fine briar to meet the standards demanded of a Dunhill “White Spot” pipe. These standards ensure that each pipe will smoke perfectly from the start and, with proper care, will never lose its original sweetness. The flawless briars are perfect – no fills, no flaws, no pits; only 5 out of every 100 ebauchons entering the factory leave as a Dunhill. The mouthpiece of every Dunhill pipe is hand-cut from a solid rod of “Vulcanite” – the Dunhill name for a rubber compound which, although tough, is easy on the teeth and does not flavour/taint the smoke. In colour it may be Black, or Cumberland (marbled brown). The Dunhill “White Spot” was the first pipe to carry a guarantee. That little white spot is still a symbol of perfection and style, and the guarantee still holds. Dunhill pipes have an exceptionally long life and are in great demand as refurbished “estate” pipes. They are highly regarded as “Collectibles”.

Additional information

Weight 222 g

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