This pristine estate piece is a highly prized artifact of English pipe history: an authentic Dunhill Redbark in the classic, versatile shape 31279. Produced in 1989, this pipe hails from the legendary Redbark line, which was originally introduced by Dunhill in 1972 to offer a vibrant, deeply textured alternative to their traditional dark sandblasts.
The stummel features Dunhill’s iconic, deep shell-style sandblast finish, stained in the series' famous rich, dark crimson hue. This rugged texture offers a marvelous tactile feel in the hand, while the flat rim top is left entirely smooth and polished to showcase the natural briar beneath. The shape 31279 is a beautifully balanced, straight Dublin design with thick, insulating walls that flare gently outward toward the rim. The pipe is fitted with a pristine, hand-cut black vulcanite saddle stem that bears Dunhill’s unmistakable white spot inlay, a universal symbol of premium quality and internal engineering excellence.
The precise physical dimensions for this vintage collector's piece are:
Overall Length: 5.37 inches
Chamber Width: 0.70 inches
Chamber Depth: 1.35 inches
With its traditional 0.70-inch chamber width and balanced 1.35-inch depth, this Dublin shape is a phenomenal performer for structured tobaccos, particularly straight Virginias, light broken flakes, or fine va/per mixtures. The conical chamber naturally concentrates the flavor profile as the bowl burns down, delivering an increasingly rich and nuanced smoke. Fully cleaned, sanitized, and reconditioned to factory-level brilliance, this 1989 Dunhill is a rare, investment-grade classic ready to bring timeless luxury to your daily rotation.
