Good things can come in threes: the year of production was a very early one in Bill Ashton Taylor’s career after leaving Dunhill. These are the most prized pipes of his. The size is LX, which in this case means something like a Grp. 7, or even a bit larger, using the Dunhill size template. Thirdly is the exceptional, deep, ring grain blast. Wait…there’s more. I forget to mention the excellent condition of the pipe, a crisp, clean rim and a mark-free brindle stem. With a twist of the cleaner, no crimping needed, it passes that test, too.
6.5” long, bowl 2.5” tall. Weight: 2 5/8 oz., 75 grams.