A truly stunning Pipe. The Calabash from BC is iconic this large pipe is a must for any collection.
The pair set about creating a unique and distinct pipe, the now world famous “BC Origine” was first created in same year. This flat bottomed bowl was fitted with a long albatross bone shank and dual silver rings. To this day this pipe is one of the most iconic from Butz Choquin range, although sadly it no longer has the natural shank, replaced with acrylic.
Over the years the pair created a large range of pipes which not only sold within their own, but exported all over Europe and further field. The popularity of the pairs pipes grew and grew and by the 1951 the Berrod-Regad company brought out the family company. Production continued in Metz until 2002 when the whole operation was shifted to the mountain community St Claude. This picturesque village had been the centre of the worlds Briar trade for generations and the local craftsmen continued to produce high quality pipes.
To this day Butz Choquin are renowned for their desire of making more interesting and left field colour schemes. Using high quality briar, original equipment and colourful dyes/acrylic rods.
Pipe Details
Pipe Material : Briar
Shape : Bent
Finish : Smooth
Colour : Brown
Mouthpiece : Tapered Acrylic
Filter : Metal or 9mm
Dimensions
Pipe Length : 165 mm
Bowl Height : 68 mm
Pipe Width : 48 mm
Chamber Width : 24 mm
Pipe Weight : 59 grams