Dr Grabow belvedere

[mihailo]

So while I was browsing my towns countless antique malls, I came across a selection of pretty beat up non name pipes, however one in particular caught my eye. The pipe was a sandblasted like Dr Grabow in a author shape, I believe little to no visible defects and a complete stinger, and for little under $10. Needless to say I picked it up and will soon see how she smokes after a good cleaning and tlc.

 

[codecreatively]

Nothing better than an antique store find! Throw up a photo if you can!

 

[tuold]

Nice find! I'd also like to see it after you get it cleaned up.
Maybe post it here: Show Off Your Dr Grabows Here

 

[pagan]

Lets see

 

[mihailo]

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[ejames]

Shape 81 in what is called the "wire carved" finish. It was actually done with a cup type wire brush. Belvedere made between approx. 1955 to 1969 for RJ Reynolds as as coupon pipe.

 

[aldecaker]

Nice find! I love that wire-carved finish; it is my favorite style of rustication and I wish Grabow would bring it back. The only thing similar I have noticed recently are the Stanwell "Brushed" series.

 

[mihailo]

Update: she smokes well, had some dunhill early morning pipe. Bowl stayed nice and cool, good flavor.

 

[michiganlover]

I actually have that exact same pipe, it's my understanding they are not frequently seen, and thus somewhat rare.
Mine came with the stinger, but I think it smokes better without it.
This pipe is one of my favorites, and is a stellar example of the top quality work Grabow used to do. It truly makes a modern production Grabow look like a basket pipe in comparison.

 

[mihailo]

It definitely is a good pipe,and most definitely has the quality vs a new grabow. Not sure why but am pleasantly suprised to find another person with the same pipe.

 

[yohanan]

The 81 is my favorite shape concerning Dr. Grabows. Congratulations!!!

 

[mcitinner1]

These two Westbrooks have some carving AND the wire brush texture.