New Basket Pipe
- Thread starter dctune
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Any stamping that reveals brand, nation of origin, or anything else? I've snagged some good pipes out of baskets, two that turned out to be unfinished Savinelli's, a yacht and a billiard, that have deepened in color so they look stained and polished, without any products being used on them, polish nor wax.
Anything that the shop owner wants to move at a moderate price can go into the basket, from rather rough crafted pieces to some fine medium priced brands.
Yours looks like a briar Calabash with the brim arching up from the top of the bowl, which is often a good shape for balance and an ample chamber. I'd guess the stem is acrylic from the bright reflections. The rustication looks artfully done.
Anything that the shop owner wants to move at a moderate price can go into the basket, from rather rough crafted pieces to some fine medium priced brands.
Yours looks like a briar Calabash with the brim arching up from the top of the bowl, which is often a good shape for balance and an ample chamber. I'd guess the stem is acrylic from the bright reflections. The rustication looks artfully done.
Good looking Greek pipe! Jeff's barrel always has some gems in it.
like it though the verb snagged makes me imagine you going up to the counter telling the person at the counter there is a monster behind them. Grabbing the pipe while yelling "Yoink" and then running away.
I really hope that's not what you meant.
I really hope that's not what you meant.
It just caught my eye immediately in the barrel. I thought about it for a couple minutes. But I knew there was zero chance i was walking out of that store without this pipe.
As for make, in the top pic you can zoom in and see “G. Mineto.” Another reply mentioned this is a Greek pipe maker.
For some reason the pix I posted look blurry until you click on them. Once you click and enlarge, you can see the name clearly.
It’s a great looking pipe. Can’t wait to smoke it.
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I’ll let you know. Phone ringing off the hook all day, emails pinging as soon as I hang the phone up. Haven’t had time to do anything else but work so far.
Oh, I SNAGGED it. Then pulled out my silver “pen,” pushed the button, & made them forget everything they had seen.
I wish I could remember what we were talking about and who the heck are you and why are you in our forum?
Everyone else is too polite to ask, so I will. Good looking pipe, what did ya pay for it? 
This'll solve that! Just show your boss:
"Dear dctune's boss:
The Pipes Magazine Forum, in their wisdom, has decided that dctune requires the rest of the day off to examine and enjoy his new pipe. We thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
The Forum"
I got the pipe and a generous “ounce” of tobacco for $60 flat.Everyone else is too polite to ask, so I will. Good looking pipe, what did ya pay for it?
Greatly appreciated, but… I own the business.
That explains why it is such a nice pipe. Usually "basket" pipes are not in that price range or quality. p.s. We're all still wondering how she smokes.
All the basket pipes at Schwab’s are $55+ tax. A little pricey IMO…unless I find ones I like.That explains why it is such a nice pipe. Usually "basket" pipes are not in that price range or quality. p.s. We're all still wondering how she smokes.
At any rate, finally got around to lighting beauty up. Enjoying it as I type. Draws super easy. Smokes fabulously. Tastes…eh…like a first bowl, of course. But that will improve. Fits the hand like a glove. I’d say it’s over-performing for a basket pipe. I’m very pleased.
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Update: based on the initial dry draw right after purchase, I honestly didn’t expect this pipe to smoke THIS WELL! It felt a little tighter than I prefer. Got about 1/4 bowl left. Once the heat hit it (I guess???), this thing has opened up beautifully. It’s silky smooth. Smokes better than my Savinelli and my Nording. Hope this trend continues!
That's not bad. They were once primarily Calabresi and Savinelli seconds and have only increased in price by $20 since the early 2000s.