Description
HS studio pipes are made by artisan makers in Hong Kong. They are known for their innovative styles, including pipes like this one. This may have been smoked once, but I am not convinced that it has ever seen a flame. Check out the pictures closely before buying. Heritage Pipe Shop specializes in "pipes with a past." Every pipe has lived a unique life and has a story to tell. The wear a pipe has gained in its life is a patina, a story, its own personal history. Therefore, we do not try to return it to "like new" condition. When you buy a pipe from us, you can expect a "refreshed" pipe: The pipe has been thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, ready to smoke out of the box. The bowl has been reamed, but we leave enough cake so that you do not need to break it in again. Stems have been cleaned and sanitized, and vulcanite stems have been de-oxidized and polished. Stems may have some teeth marks. When needed, stems are replaced (this will be noted in the description). Any repairs made will be noted in the description and/or title. The bowl has been cleaned of previous smoking ("ghosting") using the time-tested salt and alcohol method. Briar pipes have the char removed from the rim (as possible), and the outside of the pipe has been cleaned, treated with a restoration balm, and buffed with carnauba wax. Be sure to examine the pictures closely and ask questions before bidding. Thanks for shopping with us!