About this Piece
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IDENTIFICATION
This is a precision metal cigar cutter, not a pipe. The piece features a stainless steel-style semi-gloss finish with copper-tinted accent hardware, measuring 1.75 by 1.5 inches with a 3/4-inch cutting diameter. Maker and origin to be confirmed; era to be confirmed.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Cigar cutters represent an essential companion tool within the smoking accoutrements tradition. Quality cutting mechanisms directly influence the smoking experience by ensuring clean, precise aperture control. The dual-screw mechanism architecture suggests mid-20th century precision tool design conventions. Copper and stainless steel combinations became prevalent in smoking accessories during the post-war manufacturing era. Without confirmed maker attribution, fuller historical context to be confirmed.
GRADING AND MARKS
- Four copper-tinted screws positioned cardinal points (decorative/functional)
- Two additional precision mechanism screws (dual-screw action)
- Stainless steel-style finish with semi-gloss luminescence
- Oval housing form, square presentation
- No visible maker stamps or hallmarks documented
- Country of origin to be confirmed
- Complete with original genuine leather protective sleeve
SHAPE ANALYSIS
Oval housing (1.75 x 1.5 inches) accommodates a circular cutting aperture measuring 3/4-inch diameter. The mechanism employs dual-screw handle control for precise guillotine-style cutting action. Designed for full-range cigar ring gauge accommodation.
BRIAR AND FINISH
Not applicable. Metal construction with stainless steel-style paint finish achieving semi-glossy visual clarity. Copper-tinted screws provide warm tonal contrast against cool silver body. Finish quality suggests deliberate industrial aesthetic restraint.
CONDITION REPORT
Pristine condition. Fully functional dual-screw mechanism with firm action reported. No documented damage, corrosion, or mechanical compromise. Complete with original leather sleeve. Overall grade: excellent.
DIMENSIONS
- Overall length: 1.75 inches
- Overall width: 1.5 inches
- Cutting aperture diameter: 3/4 inch
- Form: oval metal housing
- Weight: to be confirmed
CLOSING
Ships from Faridunhill archive with professional sanitation and careful packing. Worldwide shipping available. This cigar cutter represents a functional accessory for the serious collector's smoking cabinet.
SKU: SKU-284