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Post by stone on May 21, 2019 15:57:35 GMT -5
I am debating buying this pipe and I know it's valuable but I don't know how far to go on price. I have seen these well used "listed" on Ebay for $600 but listing it doesn't represent the value and I can't find any info that would help me know how much to pay for it. It is in perfect condition and never smoked.
Does anyone have a clue?
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2019 16:25:30 GMT -5
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Post by stone on May 21, 2019 17:01:14 GMT -5
You make a good point Ted! I've wanted to get a calabash and although I think an unsmoked Kaywoodie from the 1930's or 40's probably has some nice value, I don't need a collectors item just to smoke  If I thought I could get it for $100 and turn it around for $300 that would be a different story  |
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Post by Legend Lover on May 21, 2019 17:35:28 GMT -5
It does look gorgeous though...
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Post by pepesdad1 on May 21, 2019 18:08:21 GMT -5
That is a fine specimen of a true gourd calabash. I have one from when I bought it back in the 60's..I use it occasionally...occasionally because you really need to pay attention to what you are doing...it is a bit awkward to handle and smoke, but it is also a lot of fun...gives you a cool dry smoke for sure...make sure you occasionally clean the tar out of the bottom of the gourd...and yes over time it will color to a deep mahogany sheen. Matter of fact, I'm gonna smoke it now since it has been mentioned.  |
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Post by stone on May 21, 2019 18:12:09 GMT -5
That is a fine specimen of a true gourd calabash. I have one from when I bought it back in the 60's..I use it occasionally...occasionally because you really need to pay attention to what you are doing...it is a bit awkward to handle and smoke, but it is also a lot of fun...gives you a cool dry smoke for sure...make sure you occasionally clean the tar out of the bottom of the gourd...and yes over time it will color to a deep mahogany sheen. Matter of fact, I'm gonna smoke it now since it has been mentioned. Enjoy! |
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Post by stone on May 21, 2019 20:23:34 GMT -5
It's sold for $127. I wasn't willing to go that high
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2019 21:11:49 GMT -5
It's sold for $127. I wasn't willing to go that high That pipe sold “ cheap “!!! Who ever won that bid will be in smoking heaven 👍 |
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Post by pepesdad1 on May 22, 2019 9:25:30 GMT -5
That is a beauty of a calabash...I enjoyed mine last night and it is back on the shelf.
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Post by stone on May 22, 2019 9:44:54 GMT -5
It's sold for $127. I wasn't willing to go that high That pipe sold “ cheap “!!! Who ever won that bid will be in smoking heaven 👍 Yeah, I felt like I could easily have turned it around and sold it for $300 - $400 given the collectability and having never been smoked but I just didn't need to spend $130 to try my first calabash |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 22, 2019 9:50:44 GMT -5
I am debating buying this pipe and I know it's valuable but I don't know how far to go on price. I have seen these well used "listed" on Ebay for $600 but listing it doesn't represent the value and I can't find any info that would help me know how much to pay for it. It is in perfect condition and never smoked.
Does anyone have a clue?
It would be a good deal at $200. I have one I just put a new bowl on and can't decide whether to smoke it or sell it. just the bowl was $80 on sale. 600 is way too much unless it's got gold or something. |
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Post by Ronv69 on May 22, 2019 9:56:21 GMT -5
Ebay has a Pioneer for $115 and an Austrian made for $135. Both of these will be excellent smokers. In a gourd calabash there isn't much that can set Kaywoodie apart. I would go for the Pioneer, maybe. But then I really like Austrian pipes.
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Post by stone on May 22, 2019 10:08:52 GMT -5
Ebay has a Pioneer for $115 and an Austrian made for $135. Both of these will be excellent smokers. In a gourd calabash there isn't much that can set Kaywoodie apart. I would go for the Pioneer, maybe. But then I really like Austrian pipes. Thanks for that info!
I saw this exact pipe that sold for $340 and it had been lightly smoked. I guess it is somewhat rare as Kaywoodie only made a limited number of them for a limited time.
I think the reason it went so cheap is that it was on shopgoodwill and not many people know about them plus they do a poor job of listing. I just happened to see the Kaywoodie logo and knew it was special.
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Post by Ronv69 on May 22, 2019 10:14:48 GMT -5
I really like the way a true calabash smokes. Very cool and dry with an enhanced flavor. Gourds require more care than a briar, but it's worth it. You have to let it dry out completely between smokes. I de-funk the gourd with the occasional swift rinse and wipe with Everclear. Enjoy!
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Post by Ronv69 on May 22, 2019 10:17:05 GMT -5
Ebay has a Pioneer for $115 and an Austrian made for $135. Both of these will be excellent smokers. In a gourd calabash there isn't much that can set Kaywoodie apart. I would go for the Pioneer, maybe. But then I really like Austrian pipes. Thanks for that info!
I saw this exact pipe that sold for $340 and it had been lightly smoked. I guess it is somewhat rare as Kaywoodie only made a limited number of them for a limited time.
I think the reason it went so cheap is that it was on shopgoodwill and not many people know about them plus they do a poor job of listing. I just happened to see the Kaywoodie logo and knew it was special.
Kaywoodie is special when it comes to their high quality briars. I think it is just the rarity in this case. Pioneer has a long, good reputation for calabash pipes. If you want a collectors item to not smoke, make an offer. |
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Post by sablebrush52 on May 22, 2019 10:24:32 GMT -5
Kaywoodie Calabashes are moderately collectible. I've never seen one sell for anything close to $600. That's the market range for a fine British made calabash from the early 20th century. Used in good shape the Kaywoodie calabashes generally sell form around $150 plus or minus. AN unsmoked one could go for close to $300 if it was also mint.
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Post by Ronv69 on May 22, 2019 10:31:16 GMT -5
Kaywoodie Calabashes are moderately collectible. I've never seen one sell for anything close to $600. That's the market range for a fine British made calabash from the early 20th century. Used in good shape the Kaywoodie calabashes generally sell form around $150 plus or minus. AN unsmoked one could go for close to $300 if it was also mint. Agreed. But have you noticed that some pipes are getting stupid money on eBay lately. But no way 600,or even 350 for me. |
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2019 12:01:57 GMT -5
Kaywoodie Calabashes are moderately collectible. I've never seen one sell for anything close to $600. That's the market range for a fine British made calabash from the early 20th century. Used in good shape the Kaywoodie calabashes generally sell form around $150 plus or minus. AN unsmoked one could go for close to $300 if it was also mint. Exactly, well stated, I feel the same way!!! |
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Post by sperrytops on May 22, 2019 12:48:49 GMT -5
I am debating buying this pipe and I know it's valuable but I don't know how far to go on price. I have seen these well used "listed" on Ebay for $600 but listing it doesn't represent the value and I can't find any info that would help me know how much to pay for it. It is in perfect condition and never smoked.
Does anyone have a clue?
That's a beautiful pipe. I understand these are real collectibles. You can, however, get a new African Gourd Calabash with Turkish block Meerschaum bowl at CPW Calabash Pipes, www.calabashpipesworld.com/shop/. Run from 3-400. |
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2019 14:30:07 GMT -5
Being a a KW, I wonder if it had a stinger? |
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Post by captblack on May 23, 2019 9:42:25 GMT -5
Yeah, Ive heard nothing but good things about www.calabashpipesworld.com/ . I love a vintage Kaywoodie, but $600 for their calabash is just too steep. |
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Post by niblick on May 30, 2019 9:50:11 GMT -5
Being a a KW, I wonder if it had a stinger? I received the pipe Tuesday and when trying to remove the stem it would not budge!
I placed it in the freezer yesterday for 1 1/2 hours to loosen and happy to report it has a four hole stinger.
Now I can't decide if I should smoke it or sell it. 
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Post by joeman on May 30, 2019 10:56:21 GMT -5
In case one of y'all are watching out for a gourd calabash, I have a Pioneer in fine condition that I'm willing to part with. If you'd like to see pics, I'll post'em.
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Post by pepesdad1 on May 30, 2019 15:19:04 GMT -5
Joe, while I am not in the market for a calabash, as I have one already, it would be nice to see your also...just for information sake.
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Post by Legend Lover on May 30, 2019 15:26:48 GMT -5
I would love one in my collection... I need to start a new thread to know what I'm looking for in a proper gourd calabash pipe.
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Post by stone on May 30, 2019 20:06:47 GMT -5
In case one of y'all are watching out for a gourd calabash, I have a Pioneer in fine condition that I'm willing to part with. If you'd like to see pics, I'll post'em. I would love to see the pictures Joe |
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Post by joeman on May 30, 2019 22:56:06 GMT -5
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Post by Legend Lover on May 31, 2019 16:57:46 GMT -5
oh wow. I would love one like that. Great work. |
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Post by PhantomWolf on May 31, 2019 17:09:34 GMT -5
First thing people say to me on seeing my collection- without fail "You need one of those big Sherlock Holmes pipes" I'd be afraid to break one of these. I picture the gourd as being brittle and also, I'm a clincher... I guess it would look very attractive on the self though. Better luck on your next bid, stone |
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Post by stone on May 31, 2019 22:08:58 GMT -5
WOW!Joe, not that your work would surprise me, but that pipe is gorgeous |
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If I thought I could get it for $100 and turn it around for $300 that would be a different story 
