Faaborg Flame Grain Large Brandy Estate Briar Pipe, Danish Estates

Description

Faaborg pipes were made by Viggo Nielsen, one of the godfathers of Danish pipe design and the founder of Bari, in collaboration with his sons Jørgen Nielsen and Kai Nielsen. After Viggo sold the Bari make in 1978, Faaborg served as an outlet for Viggo’s continued desire to produce hand made pipes, which he and his sons did well into the last years of Viggo’s life.

It is hard to go wrong with a pipe from not one, but three masters of Danish pipe-making. This Flame Grain grade Faaborg from the Nielsens is testament to that; true to its designation, flame grain patterns cover its bowl and the sides of its shank, with pools of bird’s-eyes flowing on its underside and rim. The shape is a particularly large, half-saddle brandy, with plenty of room in its chamber for a good long smoke, whatever the blend.

The condition is great. There’s some minor, inner rim darkening, and one or two small handling marks, but nothing I’d call concerning. The pipe is chambered for 9mm filters, though it would likely accommodate an adapter for non-filtered use if the next owner prefers. Feel free to us know if you’d like us to include one, on us.

 

Details:

Length: 6.6″ / 167.6mm

Bowl Width: 0.81 / 20.57mm

Bowl Depth: 1.87″ / 47.49mm

Weight: 3.5oz / 100g