Edwards Pipe Dating?

[photoman13]

I bought a cheap pipe on Ebay and when I received it I was surprised to find that it is an Edwards pipe! I am trying to date it. Maybe you guys can help. It says Edwards on the shank (Surprisingly on the top). On the bottom it says ALGERIAN BRIAR and the 72 and either a 1 or a 4

here is a picture.

 

[photoman13]

Cool. I don't really know anything about them except they usually sell for more. This is the first pipe I have bought in a while so it was a good surprise!

 

[photoman13]

Bump. Anyone know of a place I can date it?

 

[photoman13]

Thanks! I know it isn't worth a lot of money but I only paid 8 bucks!

 

[cigrmaster]

Adam, if that pipe smokes cool and dry then it could be the deal of the century, hell 8 bucks is pretty damn inexpensive for an algerian briar pipe. I hope it is a good smoker for you, it is a good looking pipe.

 

[photoman13]

Thanks Cigrmaster. I don't think it is too valuable but definitely more valuable than what I paid. The stem was very difficult to get out so I will have to work with that a little bit.

 

[atwageman]

You did well for 8 bucks. Shape number 721 canadian. Also your pipe is blasted.....not many of those turn up with a lot of frequency like the smooths. Either way, not worth a lot in terms of monetary value, but great smokers.

 

[photoman13]

Thanks atwageman. So Edwards was in Florida?

 

[atwageman]

They started in FL and are still in Tampa Fl. Also there a few franchised Edward's shops still scattered around the country. Edward's also has a wholesale distribution business there too.....FGT Enterprises.

 

[photoman13]

So is algerian briar good?

 

[photoman13]

I have never heard anything about it before. If anyone knows of any articles about Edwards or algerian briar don't be afraid to post it here. :D

 

[atwageman]

Here is some literature. I will be posting some more stuff as time allows.
http://www.otcpipes.com/edwardsinfo

 

[photoman13]

I saw that page but I didn't realize they opened up and had information in them. Thanks.

 

[atwageman]

Here is a couple of snippets from the catalogs I have.
The first one speaks volumes, especially today for those that don't have real pipe shop to visit on a regular basis.

With all the mergers that went on in the 70's in Great Britain, I guess Edward's thought they would have a little fun with this one.

 

[voorhees]

I also picked up an Edwards a while back, its a Bulldog 716-M. Not real sure of its year. But it smokes great. It does not have the same appearance as the ones in the pics from octpipes site. So, I am still uncertain. I think I paid about 8 bucks as well.
Jason

 

[atwageman]

How about posting a pic? I may be able to help you.

 

[photoman13]

Edwards heaven!

 

[voorhees]

Will shoot one and post up tomorrow. Thanks!

 

[voorhees]

as requested here are pics of my Edwards Bulldog 716-M. Any info would be nice.

 

[photoman13]

Very nice. I like the shape of yours. When I finish restoring mine I will post better pictures. Mine is so light and from what I hear that means it is good briar. I can't wait to smoke it.