Hello All,
I'm a new member just starting into this arena. For a few years now, I've had a box of pipes and accessories that belonged to my Grandpa. I always get sentimental and have fond memories every time I smell Captain Black.
I pulled this pipe out the box and was immediately drawn to it. By shape, color, feel, heft; it just felt like a natural fit. However, I haven't really been successful in determining the exact Model, Style or Age. About the only thing that I THINK I've determined is that it might be an American made Britain’s Best Briars, possibly a second hand model? The only other distinguishing mark is the number 57 stamped on the opposite side. (Please see attached photos.) Also, upon disassembly, there was a piece of paper wrapped around the threaded bulb. I can only assume that it acted as a filter of some sort? (If so, are such papers still available? Brands/Sizes/Retailers?)
This pipe is sentimental to me and I'd like to bring it back to life in honor and memory of my Grandpa. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated.
I'm a new member just starting into this arena. For a few years now, I've had a box of pipes and accessories that belonged to my Grandpa. I always get sentimental and have fond memories every time I smell Captain Black.
I pulled this pipe out the box and was immediately drawn to it. By shape, color, feel, heft; it just felt like a natural fit. However, I haven't really been successful in determining the exact Model, Style or Age. About the only thing that I THINK I've determined is that it might be an American made Britain’s Best Briars, possibly a second hand model? The only other distinguishing mark is the number 57 stamped on the opposite side. (Please see attached photos.) Also, upon disassembly, there was a piece of paper wrapped around the threaded bulb. I can only assume that it acted as a filter of some sort? (If so, are such papers still available? Brands/Sizes/Retailers?)
This pipe is sentimental to me and I'd like to bring it back to life in honor and memory of my Grandpa. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated.
