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IDENTIFICATION: This is a vintage genuine leather roll-up tobacco pouch in black, designed for dual functionality as both tobacco storage and pipe carry case. Era and maker to be confirmed. The piece represents practical pipe collector accessory design from the mid-to-late 20th century.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT: Roll-up leather pouches emerged as standard pipe accessory equipment during the golden age of pipe smoking, roughly 1950s-1980s. These multipurpose storage solutions reflected the serious collector's need for portable, protective carrying cases that safeguarded both premium leaf and briar investments. The combination pouch design - separating tobacco from pipes - became collector standard practice to prevent cross-contamination and preserve tobacco aroma integrity.
GRADING & MARKS:
- Genuine leather construction confirmed
- Black leather finish
- Rubber interior lining for moisture protection
- No maker's mark visible or documented
- Condition grade: to be confirmed from photographs
DESIGN & CAPACITY: Roll-up format with secure closure mechanism. Interior configured with dedicated tobacco chamber (2 oz capacity) and separate pipe pockets accommodating up to four pipes or more. Accessories pocket provided for cleaners, filters, and reaming tools. Rubber lining protects contents from leather tannin transfer.
LEATHER & CONSTRUCTION: Genuine leather exterior with traditional rubber lining. Leather finish shows natural patina consistent with vintage use. Grain pattern and leather weight to be confirmed from examination.
CONDITION REPORT: Overall condition grade to be confirmed. Leather surface, lining integrity, closure mechanism functionality, and interior cleanliness to be documented upon detailed inspection.
DIMENSIONS:
- Closed length: 6.5 inches / 165 mm
- Closed width: 4 inches / 102 mm
- Opened width: approximately 10 inches / 254 mm
- Capacity: 2 ounces tobacco, 4+ pipes
- Weight: to be confirmed
This vintage leather pouch ships from the Faridunhill archive with complete professional sanitation and worldwide shipping available. Ideal for serious collectors requiring authentic period-correct pipe storage solutions.
SKU: SKU-095