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BREBBIA SUN AMBER 602 MEERSCHAUM-LINED ITALIAN BRIAR PIPE – NOS / UNUSED WITH BOX
Up for sale is truly one of the most beautiful pipes I\'ve been able to acquire and perfect for the Autumn season. It is a magnificent, modern-era Brebbia Sun briar pipe in Shape 602 (a stout, classic Bent Author / Apple shape). Handcrafted in Brebbia, Italy, this model features a gorgeous high-contrast grain finish paired with a vibrant, swirled golden-amber acrylic mouthpiece accented by a thin brass ring.
This high-grade Italian pipe features an Interno Schiuma (Meerschaum-Lined Chamber). The solid meerschaum bowl insert provides an exceptionally cool, dry smoke right out of the box without requiring the traditional break-in period or cake buildup of plain briar.
Brand History & Craftsmanship
Founded in 1947 by Enea Buzzi and Achille Savinelli, Brebbia originally produced pipes under the Savinelli name before becoming an independent Italian powerhouse in 1953. Renowned for combining traditional briar crafting with modern aesthetics and premium smoking characteristics, Brebbia remains one of Italy\'s premier pipe makers.
Key Specifications & Features
Brand: Brebbia (Manifattura Pipe Brebbia, Italy)
Series: Sun Amber
Shape: #602 (Bent Author / Stout Apple)
Bowl Construction: Select Italian Briar with White Meerschaum Chamber Insert
Stem: Custom Swirled Amber Acrylic with Signature Diamond Logo Inlay
Band: Thin Polished Brass Accent Ring
Stamping: Crisp \"BREBBIA SUN\" on shank top; \"602 / ITALY\" on shank underside
Includes: Original Brebbia factory box, original drawstring pipe pouch, and factory barcode tag
Length: ~5.18 inches
Bowl Width: ~1.82 inches
Bowl Height: ~1.75 inches
Chamber Width: ~0.75 inches
Chamber Depth: ~1.17 inches
Condition Report & Collector Notes
This pipe presents in Unused / NOS (New Old Stock) Condition. The smooth briar finish, rim, shank, and amber acrylic stem are in pristine condition with no tooth marks, handling wear, or rim darkening. The white meerschaum lining is clean, unsmoked, and fully intact. The silver/gold stampings on the shank are exceptionally clear and deep.
Tenon Note / Factory Impression: Please note that there is a minor factory tool/turning impression on the tenon. This is a small manufacturing artifact from the lathe/tenon-shaping process and is NOT a crack, split, or structural defect. It is purely cosmetic, completely hidden inside the mortise when assembled, and has zero impact on the fit, draw, or integrity of the pipe.
(Note: Per policy, this item is listed as \"Pre-Owned\" due to estate/collector origin, making it a stellar candidate for a high-grade collection display or a premium smoking rotation.)