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Vintage Hilson Leather Covered EstatePipe - Shape 95/S with Original Logo Saddle Stem
Up for sale is a beautiful mid-century "Hilson Leather Covered" estate tobacco smoking pipe, expertly crafted inBelgium. Known for their high-quality briar engineering, Hilson'sleather-wrapped lines from the 1950s–1970s remain a unique favorite amongvintage collectors.
This particular pipe is an incrediblywell-preserved piece featuring exceptional original details.
Key Features & Markings:
* Brand Stamp: Clearly stamped"HILSON LEATHER COVERED" on the left side of the leather shank.
* Shape Number: Stamped "95 /S" on the right side of the shank, designating a tall straight Billiard /Stack shape paired with a saddle stem configuration.
* Original Stem: Features therare, crisp, authentic intersecting "H" logo stamped cleanly into theside of the black vulcanite saddle mouthpiece.
* Construction: Premium briar bowltightly hand-wrapped in a textured, rich brown leather jacket with classicrunning stitches.
Condition Report:
* Leather: Excellent vintagecondition. The leather retains its deep brown color and tight grain texture.
* Stitching: Fully intact alongthe entirety of the underside and bowl; no frayed, broken, or dry-rottedthreads.
* Stem / Mouthpiece: Clean fit intothe shank with a tight, solid non-filter tenon, free of deep bite marks or chatter.
* Chamber: Lightly smoked with astable, smooth carbon layer. Rim shows typical minor darkening from lightingbut no severe charring or structural wood damage.
*(Note: The metallic lighter/pipestand shown in the photos is for display purposes only and is not included inthe sale).*
Shipping & Handling:
Ships securely packed in a sturdy boxwith bubble wrap via USPS Ground Advantage to ensure it arrives safely. Pleaseexamine all photos carefully as they serve as the definitive overview of thephysical condition. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!