Pipe Identification Help

[smokeymo]

Hello all. Was wondering if anyone was familiar with this pipemaker. I don't recognize the markings.
I think the stem is acrylic with a white "C" marking on the side (in picture 2 if you look very closely).

 

[Magnum207]

Hello all. Was wondering if anyone was familiar with this pipemaker. I don't recognize the markings.
I think the stem is acrylic with a white "C" marking on the side (in picture 2 if you look very closely).

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First, that’s a gorgeous pipe. I tired to “zoom-in” on the stem logo, but it was not extremely helpful. Are you sure it is a “C” ? The left side, or back of the “C” appears too flat. Also, the top and bottom of the “C” opening appear to flair upward/downward, respectively. Does it appear to be heavily “buffed,” whereas only a portion of the logo remains? I am probably wrong, but just a thought.

Some of the bona fide briar pipe experts, it might find it useful if you could describe from what geographical area it was purchased, whether estate or new, all original, etc….

I am certain you already searched extensively, however; I will see if I can find any artisans using what I suspect are a “C” and a “J” signature on their work. Good luck, Sir.

 

[smokeymo]

First, that’s a gorgeous pipe. I tired to “zoom-in” on the stem logo, but it was not extremely helpful. Are you sure it is a “C” ? The left side, or back of the “C” appears too flat. Also, the top and bottom of the “C” opening appear to flair upward/downward, respectively. Does it appear to be heavily “buffed,” whereas only a portion of the logo remains? I am probably wrong, but just a thought.

Some of the bona fide briar pipe experts, it might find it useful if you could describe from what geographical area it was purchased, whether estate or new, all original, etc….

I am certain you already searched extensively, however; I will see if I can find any artisans using what I suspect are a “C” and a “J” signature on their work. Good luck, Sir.

The "C" on the side of the stem certainly looks more like a left bracket "[" to me as well. It is not heavily buffed, but it is small; I didn't even notice it on my first look at the pipe.

This pipe was my grandfather's and he lived in eastern Washington. He does have many pipes from that area including Travers LaRue (Whitbey Island, Seattle) and Bob Tredway (Couer d'Alene, ID). But he also had pipes from JHW, Woolsey, and other older artisans from around the country. He had upwards of a thousand pipes so this one could really be anything haha.

 

[kcghost]

Doesn't Ardor make pipes with a blue and white circle on the band?

 

[Magnum207]

The "C" on the side of the stem certainly looks more like a left bracket "[" to me as well. It is not heavily buffed, but it is small; I didn't even notice it on my first look at the pipe.

This pipe was my grandfather's and he lived in eastern Washington. He does have many pipes from that area including Travers LaRue (Whitbey Island, Seattle) and Bob Tredway (Couer d'Alene, ID). But he also had pipes from JHW, Woolsey, and other older artisans from around the country. He had upwards of a thousand pipes so this one could really be anything haha.

Grandpa obviously took excellent care of his pipe(s). Almost a thousand??? My goodness. If you inherited all of those, you are one lucky grandson. There has to be some real gems in there. I thought my 215 was excessive. Haha.

When I first looked at the “C,” it reminded me of the bottom portion of a sideways crown symbol…. With the top buffed away, but who knows. I am probably way off.

I will continue searching so see if I can find anything on C J or C Y in the US. If so, I will certainly let you know.

 

[Fralphog]

Howdy,
Check out this site:

English index - Pipes : Logos & Markings

www.pipephil.eu

It is a good research tool for pipe logos, markings and carvers/makers.

can you upload a better- clear picture of the logo?

 

[captainsousie]

Doesn't Ardor make pipes with a blue and white circle on the band?

That's the light used for exposure reflecting off the stem and pipe...but yes. One of the new trends is to use one of those lights as you can put a phone in the center of the ring and it will generally light your scene well.

 

[snagstangl]

I was guessing a T. Cristano with a calbresi stem.

 

[smokeymo]

I was guessing a T. Cristano with a calbresi stem.

It looks like that is exactly what it is. Thank you so much

 

[mso489]

A thousand pipes? Two hundred and some? I was feeling like a spendthrift, but now I feel almost penny pinching. Thank you. That is a fine freehand; I especially like that it has plateau both on the brim and the shank. The shaping is extravagant, the height of the form.

 

[Bowlsmoker67]

Whatever kind of pipe it is , it's beautiful!