Dunhill LB or LBS thoughts

[DangerStranger]

I'm curious if anyone has/had a Dunhill LB or LBS and would be willing to share their thoughts on it. Love it? Hate it? Would you buy another? Anything to look out for? Is the LBS significantly slimmer than the LB?

I like the chunky shape and overall aesthetic. Plus that classic billiard shape Is nice. Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[ofafeather]

I have a ‘40s patent LB that’s killer. I don’t actually smoke it much but I love the shape. I’m not sure how it compares to the LBS. A lot of other makers have their versions of the stout billiard if you are not set on Dunhill.

 

[cigrmaster]

I currently own one Dunhill LB which is from 1966. I think it smokes ok. I think it is the best looking billiard ever made. I am a huge fan of Billiards and this one is my favorite looking one. My artisan made Billiards smoke better but nothing looks as good as this pipe. I have this one and have no desire to own another one. Here is my 1966.

 

[DangerStranger]

I have a ‘40s patent LB that’s killer. I don’t actually smoke it much but I love the shape. I’m not sure how it compares to the LBS. A lot of other makers have their versions of the stout billiard if you are not set on Dunhill.

Thanks!

 

[DangerStranger]

I currently own one Dunhill LB which is from 1966. I think it smokes ok. I think it is the best looking billiard ever made. I am a huge fan of Billiards and this one is my favorite looking one. My artisan made Billiards smoke better but nothing looks as good as this pipe. I have this one and have no desire to own another one. Here is my 1966.

Thanks! I saw your post from a few years ago when you got this pipe and hoped that you'd chime in. I do agree that it is a great looking billiard The pipe I saw is pretty close in age to yours. I really appreciate the feedback as I can probably buy one or two custom pipes for the price of the LBS that I saw!

 

[ashdigger]

Here’s a cased set of 1963 LB and LBS

I like both equally well, but if forced I’d buy another LB before an LBS.

 

[DangerStranger]

Here’s a cased set of 1963 LB and LBS

I like both equally well, but if forced I’d buy another LB before an LBS.

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Awesome! That is a nice set of pipes. Thanks for the pictures. This is the size comparison that I was looking for. Much appreciated!

 

[jguss]

I'm curious if anyone has/had a Dunhill LB or LBS and would be willing to share their thoughts on it. Love it? Hate it? Would you buy another? Anything to look out for? Is the LBS significantly slimmer than the LB?

I like the chunky shape and overall aesthetic. Plus that classic billiard shape Is nice. Thanks in advance for your input.

I’m a fan of the LB, the LBS not so much. Mine are Shells and Tanshells, just an aesthetic preference. Here’s one from 1937 George D. restored for me a while back:



(photo by George Dibos)

 

[DangerStranger]

I’m a fan of the LB, the LBS not so much. Mine are Shells and Tanshells, just an aesthetic preference. Here’s one from 1937 George D. restored for me a while back:

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(photo by George Dibos)

Whoa, looks great! I agree. I like the look of the LB over the LBS.

 

[lochinvar]

I love my LB, the perfect billiard. It smokes great. The only problem I have with it is the same problem I've had with some older Dunhill's, I would prefer the button was a little larger to hang more comfortably. If I don't pay attention, it has been known to fall into my lap.

 

[americaman]

How much are LB Patents running you guys? I may need one in the future.

 

[PaulTheScandinavian]

How much are LB Patents running you guys? I may need one in the future.

In refurbished condition,Not cheap in any way

 

[DangerStranger]

How much are LB Patents running you guys? I may need one in the future.

$500 and up is what I am seeing.

 

[DangerStranger]

Here's the one that got me curious. Looks great, but man are they proud of it. $$$$

 

[jguss]

In refurbished condition,Not cheap in any way

As a rule I’d much prefer getting an unrefurbished one and having someone trustworthy do the restoration. Since “restoration” often means removing material there are no do-overs and little margin for error; it has to be done right the first time.

 

[dcon]

I have a 1961 LB. I like the shape and dimension. It smokes great, like my other Dunhills. All of my Dunhills are birth year (1961) but, I would not hesitate in getting the ‘right ‘ LB.

 

[DangerStranger]

I have a 1961 LB. I like the shape and dimension. It smokes great, like my other Dunhills. All of my Dunhills are birth year (1961) but, I would not hesitate in getting the ‘right ‘ LB.
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Nice! Thanks

 

[dmcmtk]

Probably the closest pipe I have to a LB is a Parker shape 95,

 

[Alejo R.]

How did you identify a LB?
I maybe have one.

 

[ofafeather]

How did you identify a LB?
I maybe have one.

It’s usually indicated as part of the stamping but if the stamping is worn look for a large billiard with stout proportions.