Stanwell Kong Christian Bent Brandy Sitter Shape 06 Estate Pipe (Stanwell Second)

Welcome to Pipe Collectors Encyclopedia. This large bent brandy sitter is a Stanwell factory second, sold under the discontinued Kong Christian sub-brand of Stanwell, the renowned Danish manufacturer. Founded in 1937, Stanwell produced the Kong Christian line with distinctive saddle stems.

IDENTIFICATION: Kong Christian bent brandy sitter (shape 06), Stanwell, Denmark. Era: Post-1960s.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT: Stanwell is one of the world's largest pipe manufacturers, known for its high-quality Danish design and craftsmanship.

GRADING & MARKS: A Stanwell factory 'second', sold under the Kong Christian sub-brand. Stamped KONG CHRISTIAN with shape number 06 and MADE IN DENMARK. As a factory second it does not carry the STANWELL name stamp or the crown/'S' logo; no other dots or hallmarks.

SHAPE ANALYSIS: Large bent brandy sitter with a saddle stem, classic Danish design.

BRIAR & FINISH: Medium brown smooth briar with natural grain, no apparent fills or repairs.

CONDITION REPORT: Excellent overall condition. Minor rim wear, chamber in excellent condition, stem intact with light oxidation.

DIMENSIONS: Length - 5.0 inches (127 mm), Bowl Height - 2.0 inches (50.8 mm), Outside Bowl Diameter - 1.25 inches (31.75 mm), Chamber Diameter - 0.75 inches (19.05 mm), Weight - ~1.13 oz (33 grams).

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