Custombilt Rusticated Pot Estate Briar Pipe, American Estates

Description

Custom-Bilt (later, as in this case, Custombilt) pipes were originally created in the early 20th century by Tracy Mincer, an American pipe-maker. Later adopting the slogan, ‘As Individual as a Thumbprint,’ Custom-Bilts were each rusticated by hand, giving them their signature rugged look, and ensuring that no two Custom-Bilts were exactly alike. Today, these pipes are prized by collectors, pipe history enthusiasts, and those who generally appreciate a well-made smoking machine.

This particular Custombilt is a typically muscular pot, with its signature rustication etched in swirls around the bowl. Based on the stamping, this pipe should be from the “Eugene Rich” era of 1946-53, when Tracy Mincer and Eugene Rich were in partnership for the production and sales of Custombilt pipes.

The condition is great. Minor scratches on the rim and light tooth chatter, but nonetheless remarkably preserved.

 

Details:

Length: 6″ / 152.4mm

Bowl Width: 0.93 / 23.62mm

Bowl Depth: 0.98″ / 24.89mm

Weight: 2.3oz / 68g