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Goofin on George at the moment, and it's almost time for my bed-time...........
Dunhill Really Special?
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I tend to support your position. It's like a collection isn't complete without at least one Dunhill. I have always been on the lookout of a straight, classic shell briar Dunhill, with a standard stem (no saddling), with exceptional sandblasting that we associate with Dunhill. But these types usually go for about $700, about 3 times I'm willing to pay for a pipe.
I've wondered
Maybe it wasn't mislabeled. Maybe it is a Dunhull and that's why it was only $20.
I have several Dunhills from the 50s and 60s and love them. They are amazingly light briars and are magnificent smokers. I have a few ruined by “restoration” - but those that have been gently refurbished are wonderful.
For some reason amateur pipe restorers have a horrid habit of ruining the stem to stummel junction - I think they buff them separately and buff the tenon - you land up with a loose fit and unsightly join. They also “top” the rim sometimes - just sad.
Unfortunately there are some unscrupulous sellers who will move defective pipes at inflated prices - hence giving the pipes a bad name in a quality price ratio.
For some reason amateur pipe restorers have a horrid habit of ruining the stem to stummel junction - I think they buff them separately and buff the tenon - you land up with a loose fit and unsightly join. They also “top” the rim sometimes - just sad.
Unfortunately there are some unscrupulous sellers who will move defective pipes at inflated prices - hence giving the pipes a bad name in a quality price ratio.
Just like Lolex watches?I've wondered
Maybe it wasn't mislabeled. Maybe it is a Dunhull and that's why it was only $20.
this brought me to a question, when we are removing deep oxidation of vulcanite stems via sanding,how we ought to proceed in order to avoid rounding stem shoulders( that'll mean shank/stem joint )this 'obvious flaw would be visible to anyone who has any extended experience with pipe restoration
Some folks want the "best," and pipe shop owners and others will point them easily to White Spots/Dunhills. I sure don't want to rain on anyone's parade, if they're pleased with the pipes and the prices they pay, whether the prices are pretty good or just very high. I have a few up-market pipes that smoke truly well, and quite a few medium and low-end pipes that actually smoke as good as any.
What am I missing? According to you, you acquired the pipe you describe a few years ago.
I like my Dunhills, especially the shell briars. They are light with an open draw and the buttons are comfortable. Most of mine are pre-1990’s.
I personally wouldn’t spend that kind of money on a modern production dunhill. I have 8 of them and I purchased them all more than 10 years ago back when the prices were more reasonable, nothing over 250$.
I have a few Ferndowns that I like very much and smoke just like Dunhills. Sadly those are no longer being made but at the time they represented excellent value.
As far as factory handmade pipes go, I would prefer a Castello over a Dunhill.
I personally wouldn’t spend that kind of money on a modern production dunhill. I have 8 of them and I purchased them all more than 10 years ago back when the prices were more reasonable, nothing over 250$.
I have a few Ferndowns that I like very much and smoke just like Dunhills. Sadly those are no longer being made but at the time they represented excellent value.
As far as factory handmade pipes go, I would prefer a Castello over a Dunhill.
At risk of hurting feelings here, I think the new machine made Dunhills are nothing more than overpriced Petersons, and don't get me started on Petersons! In my honest opinion, the older Dunhill pipes, pre 1969, were great! The same can be said for the other old British pipes, Barling, Charatan, Comoy's, and Sasieni. For me, though, I'll take family era Sasieni over all of them! For me, and I'll say it again, FOR ME, they look better, smoke better, and are more comfortable in the clench.
This one.
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I've been waking up in cold sweats wondering how much I overpaid for a Dunhill Shell Briar. For fun, I thought I'd ask the fun loving fellows and ladies how much I did spend on this pipe; I'll reveal how much the price was in a few days. The pipe is a Dunhill Shell Briar Classic, circa 1960...
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I miss Foggy. I actually bought a couple of his pipes. He and Banjo both passed during my last hiatus from the forum so coming back this time was kind of bitter.
Well, Dunhill _made_ a lot of fine pipes that had the focus in the right areas and gained quite a following due to that. They made them in relatively large volumes too, so you can find awesome deals on old pipes from time to time.
Like anyone that makes anything of any complexity... they made some duds too, especially in recent years, yet they continue charging similar premiums for new pipes as they did when they had better quality control and more of a focus on their pipe business.
I will admit to owning 5 currently, all estates from '52 to '02, and I happen to have had a really positive experience with the brand. Snagged them all at what I considered really reasonable prices, they look great, and smoke fantastic. My advice if you are curious would be to keep your eye out for a good deal and inspect it before purchasing (or make certain the seller has a nice return policy), but I wouldn't personally advise you to steer clear of the brand entirely.
Like anyone that makes anything of any complexity... they made some duds too, especially in recent years, yet they continue charging similar premiums for new pipes as they did when they had better quality control and more of a focus on their pipe business.
I will admit to owning 5 currently, all estates from '52 to '02, and I happen to have had a really positive experience with the brand. Snagged them all at what I considered really reasonable prices, they look great, and smoke fantastic. My advice if you are curious would be to keep your eye out for a good deal and inspect it before purchasing (or make certain the seller has a nice return policy), but I wouldn't personally advise you to steer clear of the brand entirely.
I have one, it's a great little pipe, it'll be 80 next year.
I have one dunhill a Billard from the 40s can’t remember the exact date it has a repair band and a aftermarket stem so I got it dirt cheap like 18 dollars because it’s worthless to a collector but to me it’s a nice smoker.
Quite right!The only Dunhill white spot I've got. I wouldn't say no to an old one....at the right price.
Cool: is there a golf course of that name? À donde?
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