Sable's going to lose his mind. That's gorgeous. Barling always has been a stellar name for classic shapes & elegance. I picked up a nice bent egg Barling the other day. Haven't taken any pics yet, but will PDQ!
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Owen, that's a splendid example of a Guinea Grain and it looks to be in equally splendid shape. The profile is elegant. S-M is the perfect size for a modest smoke. Congrats on a nice addition to your menagerie.
Saddle bits look fabulous on some pipes, Lovats, for example. But on your basic billiard/lumberman? No, just can't see it. It's weird what a big difference a mere 1.75-2" can make.