My Ebay Estate GBD

[deuce26]

In keeping with my current GBD kick, I picked up this nosewarmer GBD International Grade Shape #1971 for $20 with shipping on ebay. Feels great and I think it will clean up nicely. Generous bowl for the size. Anyone have one of these guys and can share some input on it?

 

[tuold]

I like the shape with the flared shank. Looks like it's in good condition too. A very nice find.

 

[joshuaburgess]

I haven't come across that shape before, Deuce. But getting a Pre-Cadogan GBD for $20 is a steal. I've probably had 15 of them over the years, and all but one has been an excellent smoker. I had a shape 1960S that was of similar proportions to your new find and it was a great pocket pipe. I traded it away for a 9438 that I liked a bit better, but I've definitely missed it. Enjoy this one!

 

[danielplainview]

Nice score. Love my GBD's.

 

[ssjones]

I'm with Josh, that is not a GBD shape seen very often. That stem will shine nicely and the briar looks in good shape as well, including the nomenclature. Definitely a nice find for $20!
Do you mind if I move this to the British Pipes section?

 

[deuce26]

No, absolutely not, move away. Thanks for the input on the pipe, I was looking for info on the shape and didn't see much either.

 

[fnord]

You might find this link interesting, Deuce.
http://www.perardua.net/pipes/GBDlines.html
Your International ranks well above several of my GBDs and mine are all fine smokers.
Fnord

 

[owen]

Great shape to this pipe.

 

[dottiewarden]

Looks like a perfect little road warrior to me. Congratulations!

 

[papipeguy]

I have 2 Internationals- straight bulldog and a Zulu. That's a very unusual shape. Congrats on a great score and enjoy.