June 24th, 2015

Dunhill Bruyere billiard

Know the models of the manufacturer. The Bruyere is the oldest Dunhill finish and it’s a deep red with black background. The stain has been stripped on this pipe so that it’s far more similar to the Root finish. The rim has been sanded and rounded.


You can see some remaining spots of the Bruyere red stain around the nomenclature that’s been severely buffed. There’s a little damage on the shank at the stem join.
This pipe could be purchased as a smoker but its intrinsic value, and on Dunhill that’s normally high, is all but gone in an inept and thoughtless attempt at restoration.


Dunhills are costly so know what you’re looking at before dropping good coin on them.