Gents,
Bought this bent bulldog on EBeast. Seller described it as a Breeden's (see last photo for stamping), but stamping is so weak I am curious how he came to that conclusion. Evidently, Barling and Sasieni made pipes for Taylor and Breeden, and later for Breeden. I have seen a Barling and also a Sasieni that resembles this shape. "209" (photo #4) is visible on the opposite side of the shank. I've not seen that line up with either Sasieni or Barling. Any help is much appreciated!
Bought this bent bulldog on EBeast. Seller described it as a Breeden's (see last photo for stamping), but stamping is so weak I am curious how he came to that conclusion. Evidently, Barling and Sasieni made pipes for Taylor and Breeden, and later for Breeden. I have seen a Barling and also a Sasieni that resembles this shape. "209" (photo #4) is visible on the opposite side of the shank. I've not seen that line up with either Sasieni or Barling. Any help is much appreciated!