France has a deep pipe-making tradition centred on Saint-Claude, although the Safari stamp on this example does not identify the factory that produced it. The pipe itself is a slender Prince with a brass band, a shallow chamber and the light, elongated profile that makes the shape so comfortable. Its appeal comes from French manufacturing roots and proportion rather than an invented pedigree. The pipe measures 5.75 inches long, with a 0.78-inch chamber opening and a chamber depth of 1.15 inches. The pipe is stamped “Safari”; “Made in France”. The pipe has a cheaper plastic stem that I am not certain is original to the pipe so I will note it here for any buyers.
