Dunhill's Quaint series promotes shapes not on the English marque's traditional shape chart. It allows for some variance in Dunhill's portfolio without the need to add more and more shape numbers and also shows off the company's more creative side. This particular Quaint is noticeably reserved, displaying a slight bend and traditional, canted Billiard bowl. The softer style of heel and elegant curves lend this piece a Danish look compared to Dunhill's typically more austere, English aesthetic, all dressed in the classy color palette of the Dress line.
One of the most fashionable finishes in all of pipe making and one that inspired an entire aesthetic, Dunhill's Dress finish was first introduced in 1973 and is meant to elegantly complement a tuxedo or similar formal wear, perfect for a night on the town. Characterized by its glossy, jet-black stain and sterling silver accent band, the Dress finish exudes class and imbues each pipe it adorns with a sense of refinement and sophistication. It's the progenitor of the term "dress pipe," now used to reference any black-and-silver pipe, and is one of the most distinctive finishes in all of pipedom.
Measurements & Other Details
- Length: 5.73 in./145.54 mm.
- Weight: 1.00 oz./28.35 g.
- Bowl Height: 1.78 in./45.21 mm.
- Chamber Depth: 1.57 in./39.88 mm.
- Chamber Diameter: 0.76 in./19.30 mm.
- Outside Diameter: 1.23 in./31.24 mm.
- Stem Material: Vulcanite
- Filter: None
- Shape: Bent Billiard
- Finish: Smooth
- Material: Briar
- Country: England