Dr. Grabow Pipes

ozark southpaw · Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:35 pm Post subject: Another trade

This pipe is some what of a mystery to me. I say this because of the stem and the markings. It is stamped only Dr. Grabow over Imported briar on left side.The stem has the one piece -non removable-type cleaner and a crudely done spade on top of the stem. Don't know what the stem is made from-it ain't vulcanite.Feels and works more like the Medico nylon stems than anything. I think someone has re-stemmed this pipe using the original cleaner and inlaying a spade. I have re-finished the bowl and stained it standard brown Walnut if I remember correctly. It does have a small charred area on the rim. Looking to trade for a decent Golden Duke in a shape I don't have. Light to moderate tooth marks OK. Prefer smooth pipes and vulcanite stems.

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ozark southpaw · Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:40 pm Post subject: Trade

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drbridges · Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:52 pm Post subject:

Looks original to me, OZ. Chicago's spade emblems weren't always as slick at Sparta's. Are you looking for an old beat up LARK?

ozark southpaw · Posted: Tue Sep 15, 2009 7:59 pm Post subject:

Lion · Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2009 11:44 am Post subject:

Neat pipe. Too bad I don't have a Golden Duke.

Leo

ted · "Old Timer" Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 1171 Location: NC'

ED....I don't really need the pipe even though it's a part of my past, but if you need a Golden Duke, I'll get one for you at the factory. Just tell me what shape you want, and if they have it.....it's yours.

Might give me the top 2 or 3 shapes/finishes so I can have a bit of leeway.

I have to go to the factory on Monday or Tuesday for RJ anyway.

Let me know if you'd like one.....................

By the way, Dr. B, I'll ask about ANY #81's they have left over from anything.....ted

drbridges · Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2009 2:22 pm Post subject:

ted, I'm good for any #81's you turn up (within reason). Let's agree not to exceed 5 units. Wink

ozark southpaw · Posted: Wed Sep 16, 2009 4:45 pm Post subject:

Thanks Ted. I intend to buy some of the new pipes. Looking for the older pipes to trade.Have 5 at present. Would like to have seven day sets of of GD's,Starfires(5) and Eldorados(2).
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ted · "Old Timer" Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 1171 Location: NC'