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Post by pappyjoe on Aug 21, 2018 15:42:09 GMT -5
I bought these two Edward's Algerian Briars about a year ago. A friend offered to clean and polish for me but they sort of got lost in a shuffle with him having to travel out of state for work. I got them back over the weekend and went to work on them myself. I need to start reminding myself to take "before" photos to show the difference. The one in the pipe stand is an 845. I'm assuming it was made after Edward's move production to Florida. There is no number stamped on the bottom of the shank and the stem has no additional stamping. The one sitting on the table is an 713-M. It has a 2 stamped on the bottom of the shank. France is barely readable on the bottom of the stem. I removed the finish with isopropyl alcohol on each pipe. I then worked them over starting with 320 grit sandpaper and then moving up to 600, 1000, 2000, 4000, 6000, 8000 and 12,000 sand paper. I didn't use micro-mesh pads this time. The stems were de-oxidized and polished but I had trouble getting some tooth marks out of the bit. I shot this photo before deciding whether to wax and buff on my buffer.  |
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Post by mgtarheel on Aug 21, 2018 16:02:29 GMT -5
Nice!!!!
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 21, 2018 16:03:00 GMT -5
They look like two great pipes. And the restoration looks brilliant. It's a shame there weren't before photos, but there's always next time.
Have you smoked them yet?
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Post by pepesdad1 on Aug 21, 2018 16:05:51 GMT -5
Good looking pipes both. The Dublin is a real looker. Being Edwards you should be in for a treat. Let us know what you think after smoking them.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2018 17:11:25 GMT -5
They both look great, my favorite is the Dublin. They are Edwards pipes, I’m sure they will be great smokers for you...enjoy👍
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Post by william on Aug 21, 2018 17:27:26 GMT -5
VERY nice!!! I bet that thick bowl on the Dublin will give you a cool smoke....
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Post by papipeguy on Aug 21, 2018 17:32:29 GMT -5
Love both shapes. Happy smoke rings with them.
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Post by puffy on Aug 21, 2018 17:39:13 GMT -5
They cleaned up really nice.
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Post by radioguy on Aug 21, 2018 17:59:30 GMT -5
Nice job. The small Edwards came out in the lat 60s. I had three of them. Both pipes will deliver years of wonderful smokes. Edwards algerian briars are in my opinion the best briars ever made. Enjoy....and pass them down to another pipe friend down the line.
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Post by slowroll on Aug 21, 2018 18:32:55 GMT -5
Look good, enjoy. If you don't mind, I have a labor (or should I write labour for paddy?) Saving thought. If you have a buffer, just stop at 400 or 600 grit and then use brown then white Tripoli at the buffer. I do, all the time and I get a pretty smooth and brilliant finish.
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Post by pappyjoe on Aug 21, 2018 18:59:35 GMT -5
Look good, enjoy. If you don't mind, I have a labor (or should I write labour for paddy?) Saving thought. If you have a buffer, just stop at 400 or 600 grit and then use brown then white Tripoli at the buffer. I do, all the time and I get a pretty smooth and brilliant finish. Thanks for the tip. I haven't thought about using brown or white Tripoli on briar. |
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Post by slowroll on Aug 21, 2018 19:43:03 GMT -5
You're welcome. Also, if you've got a pipe's old finish completely off, after you do all the above, 1 coat of light (1 pound cut] shellac on the pipe, then another quick buff with white, then carnauba. Only shellac, BTW, any other finish doesn't breathe properly and may chip.
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Post by peterd-Buffalo Spirit on Aug 21, 2018 19:52:27 GMT -5
… nice pipes...
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Post by monbla256 on Aug 21, 2018 21:32:33 GMT -5
I bought these two Edward's Algerian Briars about a year ago. A friend offered to clean and polish for me but they sort of got lost in a shuffle with him having to travel out of state for work. I got them back over the weekend and went to work on them myself. I need to start reminding myself to take "before" photos to show the difference. The one in the pipe stand is an 845. I'm assuming it was made after Edward's move production to Florida. There is no number stamped on the bottom of the shank and the stem has no additional stamping. The one sitting on the table is an 713-M. It has a 2 stamped on the bottom of the shank. France is barely readable on the bottom of the stem. I removed the finish with isopropyl alcohol on each pipe. I then worked them over starting with 320 grit sandpaper and then moving up to 600, 1000, 2000, 4000, 6000, 8000 and 12,000 sand paper. I didn't use micro-mesh pads this time. The stems were de-oxidized and polished but I had trouble getting some tooth marks out of the bit. I shot this photo before deciding whether to wax and buff on my buffer. Those are two fine looking Edward's you have there! I have two 713-L's and the same 845 all of which I bought around '75. I bought my first Edward's back in '71 when I got back from "Nam. Bought them till around '89 when the stores in Ft.Worth closed and the one in Dallas became a humidor for cigars. They are probably some of the FINEST pipes you will ever smoke! BTW they will darken beautifuly the more you smoke 'em  |
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Post by pappyjoe on Aug 21, 2018 22:10:27 GMT -5
I bought these two Edward's Algerian Briars about a year ago. A friend offered to clean and polish for me but they sort of got lost in a shuffle with him having to travel out of state for work. I got them back over the weekend and went to work on them myself. I need to start reminding myself to take "before" photos to show the difference. The one in the pipe stand is an 845. I'm assuming it was made after Edward's move production to Florida. There is no number stamped on the bottom of the shank and the stem has no additional stamping. The one sitting on the table is an 713-M. It has a 2 stamped on the bottom of the shank. France is barely readable on the bottom of the stem. I removed the finish with isopropyl alcohol on each pipe. I then worked them over starting with 320 grit sandpaper and then moving up to 600, 1000, 2000, 4000, 6000, 8000 and 12,000 sand paper. I didn't use micro-mesh pads this time. The stems were de-oxidized and polished but I had trouble getting some tooth marks out of the bit. I shot this photo before deciding whether to wax and buff on my buffer. Those are two fine looking Edward's you have there! I have two 713-L's and the same 845 all of which I bought around '75. I bought my first Edward's back in '71 when I got back from "Nam. Bought them till around '89 when the stores in Ft.Worth closed and the one in Dallas became a humidor for cigars. They are probably some of the FINEST pipes you will ever smoke! BTW they will darken beautifuly the more you smoke 'em I’m trying to figure out what the shape name is for the 845. I’m guessing your 713-L’s are bigger than the 713-M. |
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Post by monbla256 on Aug 21, 2018 22:53:18 GMT -5
Pappy, Yes they are and they have an inward sloped rim. I always heard the 845's reffered to as a freehand dublin. |
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Post by antb on Aug 22, 2018 1:58:49 GMT -5
Two beauties, Pappy!
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Post by pappyjoe on Aug 23, 2018 11:34:08 GMT -5
Pappy, Yes they are and they have an inward sloped rim. I always heard the 845's reffered to as a freehand dublin. I contacted the Edward's shop in Tampa and sent them a photo of the 845. The man I chatted with said the 845 was referred to as "The York" and that he's going to do some research in the archives and see if he can find some more information for me. |
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Post by Legend Lover on Aug 23, 2018 12:05:00 GMT -5
Pappy, Yes they are and they have an inward sloped rim. I always heard the 845's reffered to as a freehand dublin. I contacted the Edward's shop in Tampa and sent them a photo of the 845. The man I chatted with said the 845 was referred to as "The York" and that he's going to do some research in the archives and see if he can find some more information for me. That's nice of them to do that for you. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Aug 23, 2018 12:26:29 GMT -5
I have a bunch of pipes that need restoration. I had planned on doing it myself, but I don't have the time or energy. One is a Hilson that I am anxious to smoke. I am hoping to find a member who does it for a hobby and wants to keep his hands busy enough to do them cheap. Maybe if I can get my shop finished this winter I can get to some of them.
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Post by xjking on Aug 23, 2018 15:45:33 GMT -5
Those pipes are gorgeous pappy, you're giving me inspiration to try this on my own one day.
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