When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
My old glory, at a month & change shy of 44 years old, looks damn fine.Up for sale is a rare, investment-grade piece of American pipe making history. This smooth-finishBent Dublin washandcrafted by master artisanMark TinskyinSeptember 1984under the prestigiousAmerican Smoking Pipe Companybanner.Collector Significance:
The Artisan Stamp (*Z):This historic pipe bears the iconicREG. NO. 0984/*Zstamp. In the mid-1980s, Tinsky temporarily lost his standard \"MT\" stamp tool and hand-carved a replacement*Zstamp because the visual profile mimicked his cursive initials.
The Shape: This is a gorgeousbent Dublin(specifically a freehand-leaning Dublin variation). It features an elegant, sweeping forward-canted bowl and a flared rim.
The Grain: The mocha finish boasts an exceptionalstraight flame grainwrapping vertically up the sides of the bowl. This tight, uniform patterning is highly desirable for collectors looking at smooth finishes.The \"1\" Stamp: On American Smoking Pipe Company pieces, a standalone number separate from the date code is thegrain grading scale. A\"1\" indicates top-tier grain selection(or a 1-star equivalent on their grading spectrum), confirming this was selected as a premium block of briar.Stem Details:Outfitted with the original, comfortable vulcanite stem embedded with the signature flush-fit sterling silver star logo.I’ve reamed the chamber, and cleaned the airways in the shank and stem with 99% alcohol - ready to smoke or continue cleaning to your satisfaction upon receipt. The chamber has mild rim darkening after 44 years of smoking and is just ever so slightly out of round.
I am selling a substantial quantity of my diverse pipe collection on - Check Back for new additions weekly and usually daily.
American Measurements:
- Approximate Pipe size: just over 5.75”
- Weight: 2.3 ounces
- Interior Chamber Width: 0.92”
- Interior Chamber Depth: 1.84”
I will ship your pipe(s) within one business day of purchase, along with a black mircofiber BuckwoodManor Pipe sock.
-*- Check out my other pipes listed on for combined shipping! Typically, I will refund excess fees collected once all transactions are completed in relatively close proximity to one another - or prior to shipping occurring.
As I decide which parts of the collection to let go, I am adding a variety of pipes to the offer. Many of my pipes will have stem oxidation removed and will be polished. My pipes are generally well-cared for and have been on display for too long. It is time they are smoked and enjoyed. If you are looking for a specific pipe or shape, feel free to inquire. I may have it or a similar pipe.
Shipping fees include postage & partial cost recovery of packing materials to ensure the safe delivery of your pipe. Estate pipes are preowned and I will offer my honest assessment of the pipes specific condition - I am a collector - if ever there is a serious misrepresentation of condition, I will find a reasonable pathway to address the situation.
