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GBD info:
This is a work in progress, especially with regards to formatting. Please bare with us...
This GBD Model Information is the work of Jerry Hanna, which he developed for his website Perardua.net. Jerry has very kindly allowed us to adapt his work for use in this Pipedia article.

GBD Virgin Bulldogs, courtesy Jerry Hanna collection
GBD International Bulldog shape 269, courtesy Jerry Hanna collection
GBD International Bulldog shape 269, courtesy Jerry Hanna collection
Contents1 Introduction2 A brief history of GBD3 Notes on the listings4 List of GBD Models5 List of GBD "Seconds"6 Miscellaneous information (From Newsgroups and E-mails):6.1 Plus Sized Pipes6.2 Higher GradesIntroductionThis is a listing of some of the various pipe lines manufactured by GBD, I have gathered this information from a variety of sources including posts to the "alt.smokers.pipes" usenet newsgroup, and from the book "Who made that pipe?" by Herb Wilczak and Tom Colwell. I have read and have been told that Mr. John Tolle is working on a definitive book on GBD, I am eagerly awaiting it's publication! Until then I offer this meager webpage as a source for others like myself wishing to learn more about GBD pipes.
If you have any additional models or can fill in the "?"s and especially the finish descriptions please send me the information. I am also open to suggestions on what information needs to be listed, thanks!
A brief history of GBDThe company was founded in Paris France in the 19th century by Ganeval, Boundier and Donninger who were no longer associated with the company by the turn of the century. By the time they left the GBD name was well established and thus retained. In 1903 an additional factory was built in England and ran by Oppenheimer. The Paris factory moved to Saint-Claude in 1952. Since 1981 the majority of GBD pipes come from the English factory. At about that same time GBD merged with Comoys, since then all production for both GBD and Comoy comes from a single factory. ( I wasn't kidding when I said it was brief! )
More history and addition information can be read in the main GBD article.
Note:Information on specific GBD shapes may be found here on Pipedia at GBD Shapes/Numbers or in it's original form at: http://www.perardua.net/pipes/GBDshape.html

Virgin Shape 357 from 1961 GBD Flyer, courtesy Chris Keene's Pipe Pages
New Era Shape 9435 from 1961 GBD Flyer, courtesy Chris Keene's Pipe Pages
Prehistoric Shape 9442 from 1961 GBD Flyer, courtesy Chris Keene's Pipe Pages
New Standard Shape 9447 from 1961 GBD Flyer, courtesy Chris Keene's Pipe Pages
French Speciale and Sablee Shapes from 1961 GBD Flyer, courtesy Chris Keene's Pipe PagesNotes on the listingsThe first list below is of GBD firsts, i.e. stamped GBD.Below that is a list of 2nds or pipes not stamped GBD, there may be lines misidentified as 2nds which may be firsts and vice-versa.These lists are presented in alphabetical order with no emphasis on quality rankings. Near the bottom of the page is some information about quality ranking.*GBD pipes were manufactured both in England and France ( E/F ), some lines were possibly produced in both locations.Incomplete/unknown information is represented by a "?"Descriptive info received from others noted with their initials.This information is guaranteed inaccurate and incomplete! :-)Corrections, updates and additional information gladly accepted!02/19/00 - I've recently acquired a small collection of Oppenheimer GBD catalogs from the 70s & 80s and will be adding a lot of additional info to the page as time allows. It is apparent from studying these catalogs that certain lines might be considered a "first" or a "second" depending on the year of production, a line might carry the GBD logo one year and the next year be marketed as a "stand alone" line. It's also apparent some lines change over time, an example would be pipes in the Penthouse line were originally a "charcoal gray" finish but later were produced with a "tobacco brown" stain.As I add descriptive info from these catalogs I will mark that info with a "-catalog". It's often interesting and amusing to read some of the prose used.The catalogs refer to various finishes including one called "take off" a dual tone staining technique that darkens just the softer part of the grain creating a higher contrast.If anyone out there would like to donate or loan me additional GBD catalogs please let me know.I have deleted the two date columns from the line tables, it's very apparent that there is not a lot of date documentation available. Any date info I do come across will be added to the description column.02/26/00 - added info from 1980 Oppenheimer GBD catalog.03/04/00 - added info from 1981 Oppenheimer GBD catalog. Catalog format changed in 1981, not as much text as previous catalogs but nicer photos.List of GBD ModelsLine name E F Info/Finish Description
Ambassador -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Baronet -- England, unknown if also made in France: Medium dark stain. -catalog ( 1981 )Bronze Velvet -- Factory unknown: Natural finish, swirled bronze acrylic bit. Our ultimate GBD! Only the choicest natural bowls are selected for this premium newcomer. The crowning touch is the handcut mottled Bronze Velvet mouthpiece blending in complementary contrast to the bowl." -catalog ( 1976 )Cavalry -- England? France: Lower priced GBD. Leather wrapped. -catalog ( 1976 )Celebrity -- England, unknown if also made in France: "A deep toned finish geared to the nation's popular price bracket." -catalog ( 1980 )Century -- England, unknown if also made in France: Introduced 1950Century Matt -- England, unknown if also made in France: Introduced 1950Champion -- Factory unknown: Introduced 1981. Natural finish "premium" briar -catalog ( 1981 )Chevreuse -- France: natural smooth -FFConcorde -- France, unknown if also made in England: Lower priced GBD, "take off" brown/black stained sandblast. -catalog ( 1976 )Corinthian -- Factory unknown: -Coronet -- France, unknown if also made in England: Lower priced GBD, "take off" brown/black stained matt finish with "recessed platform" mouthpieces. -catalog ( 1976 ) These low cost pipes were possibly not always produced in normal GBD shapes.Corsair -- France, unknown of also made in England: -Decor -- Factory unknown: Introduced 1981. Dark "take off" stain, smooth finish. White Acrylic ferrule ring. Swirled acrylic bit. Stamped GBD rondelle instead of metal insert. -catalog ( 1981 )Dura Mount -- Factory unknown: Metal stem/bit fitting?Ebony -- England, unknown if also made in France: light to medium brown smooth, muted black accents.-TH: Matt dual tone. -catalog ( 1976 )Elite -- Factory unknown: -Export -- Factory unknown: smooth medium -JSExtra Dry -- France, unknown if also made in England.Fantasy -- England, unknown if also made in France: black sandblast, with smooth panels, geometric shapes (triangles, diamonds, etc.) masked before blasting. -THFlame Grain -- England, unknown if also made in France: Natural finishGiant -- Factory unknown: -Granitan -- England, unknown if also made in France: sandblasted, then partially sanded smooth, resulting in a pebbley texture, stained light yellowish brown. -TH: "An acceptable concept in a finish which combines the light weight of a sandblasted pipe, the beauty of a Virgin finish and the attractiveness of two-tone brown coloring." -catalog ( 1976 )Grotesque -- France, unknown of also made in EnglandHandhewn -- Factory unknown: Smooth with carved patchs, dark stain. "Don't be mislead. This distinctive masterpiece of carving is not positioned to hide flaws. Rather it uniformly appears at the base of each bowl one side contrasted against the top of the bowl on the reverse side." -catalog ( 1976 )International -- France and England made: medium brown smooth, carved top rim, rim stained black. -TH: Matt take off finish "with just a hint of surface waxing" -catalog ( 1976 )Iringa -- African Meerschaum, made in Tanganyika. Leather covered. -catalog ( 1976 )Jenga -- African Meerschaum, made in Tanganyika. "Rustic" peeble finish in a yellow tone. -catalog ( 1976 )Jubilee -- England, unknown if also made in France: dark reddish smooth -JH: "Black Lucite handcut mouthpiece featuring comfort steps on top and underside." -catalog ( 1980 )Kibo -- African Meerschaum, made in Tanganyika. High gloss finish in a yellow tone. -catalog ( 1976 )Ladybird -- France, unknown if also made in England: Some might not be marked with GBD logo. "The ultimate pipe for the ultimate lady. ... Neatly presented in an attractive sturdy box covered in contrasting blue color scheme, each unit contains a delicately colored pastel miniature tobacco pouch - in short, the complete lady's smoking companion." -catalog ( 1976 )Legacy -- England, unknown if also made in France: Oiled finish, matt "take off" stain, roughened rim, carved worm hole finish. Military style turned stem. -catalog ( 1976 )Lilliput -- England, natural virgin finish, small stature pipeLondon Made -- Factory unknown: Some might not be marked with GBD logo and some with additional "house" stampings. Introduced in 1978(?) plain wax finished branded pipes" available in at least six stains. -catalog ( 1981 )Mandarin -- France and England: -Marquis -- France: Logo (M) in circleMedley -- Factory unknown: -Midnight -- England, unknown if also made in France: dark brown -PR: Introduced in 1980(?): "A touch of class! A rich combination of deep charcoal briar color, complimented with a matching Hand Cut Acrylic mouthpiece. Surprisingly affordable in the middle popular price range." -catalog ( 1980 )Militaire -- England, unknown if also made in France: push/military bit, vulcanite ferrule. Usually brown sandblast. -THMillenium -- England, unknown if also made in France: -New Era -- England, unknown if also made in France: reddish smooth generally. Occasionally a brown sandblast New Era shows up. -THNew Standard -- England, unknown if also made in France: brown smooth. -TH: Polished "tobacco" brown finish. -catalog ( 1976 )Nusi -- African Meerschaum, made in Tanganyika. Black color, hand carved gouge finish. -catalog ( 1976 )Original -- France, unknown if also made in England: medium brown smooth. -BJOrly -- France: natural smooth.Pageant -- Factory unknown: Introduced 1981. Dark "take off" stain, smooth finish. Swirled amber/orange colored acrylic bit. Stamped GBD rondelle instead of metal insert. -catalog ( 1981 )Pedigree -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Pedigree I -- Factory unknown: -Pedigree II -- Factory unknown: -Popular -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Prehistoric -- England, unknown if also made in France: black sandblast. -TH: Available with Clear Persplex, Vulcanite, Pearl and Copper Acrylic -catalog (1976)Prestige -- England, unknown if also made in France: Matt natural finish, Perspex mouthpiecePremier -- England , unknown if also made in France:Introduced in 1980(?) "premium" briar. "We proudly launch this Flagship as the latest addition to our luxury line. A unique fiery Autumn color combination has been developed. featuring a smart stylized hand finished mouthpiece." -catalog ( 1980 )Prodigy -- England, unknown if also made in France: According to the 1976 catalog these were a limited production "oversize" line available in just a few shapes. Natural finish.Rock Root -- England, unknown if also made in France: black vertically carved finish. (The lowest priced GBD in the 1960s and 70s). -TH: "Tipped" carving -catalog ( 1980 )Rosé -- Factory unknown: light reddish smooth. -TH: Introduced in 1981(?) -catalog ( 1981 )Rustique -- Factory unknown: -Sablee -- France, unknown if also made in England: medium brown smooth. -THSamuel Pepys -- France, unknown if also made in England: Long stemmed "Desk Pipe... Truly conjuring up the Dickensian character, designed for puffing in the opulent office or dwelling in the den." -catalog ( 1976 )Sauvage -- England and France: light brown stain, smooth bowl with deep carved lines to hide flaws. Similar to a Savinelli Sherwood, but much deeper carved lines. -THSeventy-Six -- England, unknown if also made in France: Introduced 1976 in honor of the American BiCentennial, polished dark brown "take off" finishSierra -- Rusticated finish, made in France: -Sieur -- France, unknown if also made in England: dark brown blast w/wide ring groove -BJSpecial Standard -- Factory unknown: medium dark reddish smooth. -THSpecial -- Production in EnglandSpeciale -- Production in FranceStraight Grain -- France and made in England too: -Stardust -- Factory unknown: Introduced or re-introduced in 1981. "premium" briar. Light "take off" finish -catalog ( 1981 )Super Flame -- a straight grain pipe Factory England: -Super Grain -- Factory unknown: -Tanzania -- Factory unknown: -Tapestry -- Factory unknown: light brown sandblast, geometric panels masked before blasting. -TH: Chairleg stem. -catalog ( 1976 )Tapestry-R -- England, unknown if also made in France: "A mainstay of our line for many years, the original Tapestry has been modified to beat inflation and now sports a regualr Vulcanite, but maintains the unique mosaic effect on the bowl. No two pipes are identical." -catalog ( 1980 )Topaz -- England, unknown if also made in France: Introduced in 1980(?). "Probably the most perfect harmony of combining the soft beige tones of the Hand Cut Acrylic mouthpiece with complimentary shades of brown in the Briar." -catalog ( 1980 )Unique -- England, unknown if also made in France: smooth freehand shapes, mostly large/oversized pipes. Possible made by the Jameson brothers. -THUniverse -- Production in France: -Varichrome -- England, unknown if also made in France: Matt finish, dual tone. Swirled acrylic bits in "copper, jade, champagne or pewter" -catalog (1976)Virgin -- England, unknown if also made in France: smooth light finish. For many years the one perfect (eg, no fills) GBD. -THXtra -- Factory unknown: Reddish smooth -PR: Introduced in 1930s?List of GBD "Seconds"The lines listed below are either 2nds or lines made for other makers/pipeshops. Please send me any corrections or additional information you might have on these.
Americana -- Factory unknown: -Arizona -- Factory unknown: -Autumn Gold -- Factory unknown: -Beau Nash -- Factory unknown: -Blue Jean -- Factory unknown: -Brunette -- Factory unknown: -Chevruese -- Factory unknown: -City de Luxe -- Factory unknown: -Clubhouse -- England Factory: Similar to Penthouse but in "Mocha" Matt take off color. "Chairleg" mouthpiece.Cordoban -- Factory unknown: "More than a Sandblast, more than a Tanblast, the additional feature to the finish is a final tipping process enhancing the beauty of the sandblasted graining." -catalog ( 1976 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Cornwall(?) -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Country Club, LONDON MADE -- England, natural stain -Cyclone -- Factory unknown: "An ingeneous Swiss-made cover inset to our shape of the year. Now you can safely puff in the park, on the parkway, your friend's new couch. Finished in the dual tone Irwin's color." -catalog ( 1976 )Daddy --Factory unknown: -Davos -- Factory unknown: -Digby -- England, unknown if also made in France: Available in a smooth walnut finish or a dark sandblast. -catalog ( 1976 )Estacis -- Factory unknown: -Fouquet -- Factory unknown: -Garlan(d) -- Factory unknown: -Handmade -- Factory unknown: -House of Commons -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Insignia -- England, unknown if also made in France: Available in Matt, Sandblast and "Handtooled", fitted with a "stylized pinched" mouthpiece. -catalog (1976)Irwin's -- England, unknown if also made in France: "The warm dual-tone brown finish deepens with repeated smoking. Finest Rum is used in the special process of maturing these fine pipes. It's smooth flavor complements the natural taste of fine tobacco." -catalog ( 1976 )Kingswood -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Matt DeLuxe -- England, unknown if also made in France: Tobacco brown "take off" Matt finish -catalog ( 1976 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Matt Special -- England, unknown if also made in France: "Warm Amber" on black dual tone Matt finish, "mid-priced" private label. -catalog ( 1976 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Medley -- England, unknown if also made in France: "A collection of oversize Conquest and Collector shapes...varying shape selection", varying finishs. -catalog ( 1981 )Oxford -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Peerless -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Penthouse -- England, unknown if also made in France: Originally finished in "Charcoal" Matt take off color. Brown take off examples exist. "Chairleg" mouthpiece. -catalog ( 1976 )Pinner -- Factory unknown: -Racines -- England, unknown if also made in France: -Rest Lite -- Factory unknown: -Rockwood -- Factory unknown: -Scorpio Deluxe -- Factory unknown: -Silverado -- Factory unknown: -Sovereign -- France, unknown if also made in England: -Special A -- Factory unknown: "Black sandblasted" private label. -catalog ( 1981 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Special B -- Factory unknown: "Brown sandblasted" private label. -catalog ( 1981 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Superflame(?) Factory unknown: -Topper -- Factory unknown: -Triomphe -- France, unknown if also made in England: -White Ring -- England, unknown if also made in France: Introduced in 1980(?), orangish-brown color. "Originally conceived as a GBD Branded pipe, we felt that this beautiful new color in combination with white acrylic collar could be the pride of your store with your own logo." -catalog ( 1980 ). This style was listed under "Private Brand Pipes" in the catalog which means that GBD would stamp a custom name of the pipe, often the name of a pipe shop or chain.Wimbledon -- (?) England, unknown if also made in France: -Miscellaneous information (From Newsgroups and E-mails):Plus Sized PipesIn addition to the pipe line and shape information stamped on the pipe GBD also had codes for plus sized pipes. These codes in ascending order of size were...
ConquestCollectorColossusPerspex refers to the lucite/acrylic bit material GBD used, the clear bits used on various models are Perspex.
Metal rondelles were discontinued after the merger with Comoy.
Note: The information presented on this page is the sum total of my knowledge about the subject ( sad isn't it? ). I am not connected to GBD in anyway except for having a few of their pipes... :-)
I am interested in buying older GBDs at reasonable prices, specifically any of the Bulldog or Rhodesian shapes. At this time I do not have any GBDs that I wish to sell or trade.
Below are some edited messages pulled from the a.s.p. newsgroup pertaining to GBD identification.

Dating GBD's is difficult. On older pieces with hallmarked silver bands, one can look up the hallmark. Once GBD and Comoy's became one, the linear "Made in England" stamp became the round "Made in London England" stamp used on all later Comoys.
Even the stem is not a sure-fire method. All the way through the 1960's and early 1970's, some pipes were ftted with moulded stems, while others were hand-cut. Not all hand-cut stems are marked as such, and it doesn't depend on grade. (In my collection is one of the finest Pedigrees I've ever seen. It is unsmoked, made in the 1960's, and has one of the poorest moulded stems I've ever seen on a production pipe! But, the wood would make a Dunhill DRH, or a Charatan Coronation blush!) That said, you can be assured that if the stem has a painted GBD rondelle, rather than a silver or brass one set into the stem, that it is a late-model, made after the merge with Comoy. These were the beginning of the dark-days for GBD (and Comoy, for that matter) in my opinion.
In some cases, the grade gives some clues. Xtras haven't been made since the 1930's, for instance, and the Century was first introduced some time in the 1960's or 1970's as I recall, from what scant literature I've been able to acquire. GBD introduced new shapes and dropped shapes almost every year it seems (an exaggeration, I'm sure), so if you had a lot of shape charts, you might be able to find a range.
Higher Grades
...In a circa 1973 chart which I have, here are the descriptions of the higher grades:
Virgin -- "Only the finest of closely grained briar is utilized for this exceptional pipe. Natural finish"Century -- "A golden finish created to celebrate over a century of manufacturing the finest briar pipes."New Era -- "The beauty of this pipe's perfect briar is accentuated by the richness of the 'take-off' dual finish."Prestige -- "This pipe features a black handcut perspex mouthpiece which precludes discoloration and 'bad taste' after continual smoking. Only the finest of the fine-grained bowls are selected for this handsome matt virgin finished briar."Prehistoric Perspex -- "The deep sandblasting sillhouettes the grain in bold relief. The crystal clear mouthpiece creates an attractive contrast to the deep dark finish."Below are some e-mails I have received about GBDs
Date: Fri, 27 Nov 1998 08:29:06 -0800, From: "Albert A. Grosskopf"
Hi Jerry,
I just took a look at your web page. Here's a little information on GBD. In October, 1996, Mike Hagley had some info of GBD which I downloaded. Here's his list in probable descending order of grade:
PedigreePedigree IPedigree IIStraight GrainProdigyBronze VelvetVirginVarichromePrestigeJubileeNew EraPrehistoricInternationalUniverseSpeciale StandardEbonyTapestryNew StandardGranitanSauvageSierraPenthouseLegacyConcordeMike got his information from GBD catalogs 1976 to 1980. I personally have in my collection three beautiful Pedigrees, a bent, a bulldog, and a prince. The grain is unmatched and womderful. I also have an interesting Prodigy Sandflame, half bent tan sandblast free form with plateau top. I think it's an unusual shape for a GBD. That's about the extent of my GBDs. Nice going on your data gathering. I look forward to the results. Keep up the good work and happy puffing. Al Grosskopf
Date: Mon, 07 Dec 1998 09:26:50 -0500, From: Terry Hagley Subject: Your GBD page
Jerry,
Nice to see someone actually DO something with a GBD page, rather than just talk about it. At any rate, as a GBD collector for 25 years, I'm happy to see this.
For decades, the largest GBD (and Charatan) retailer in the world was Smoker's Haven in Columbus, Ohio, when it was owned by Joe Ziev, mid-40s to mid 80s. (The shops bearing that name in Columbus today are pale imitations; Joe sold out in the 80's to two architects who ran the business into the ground and sold the name to two other persons). SH carried about 5,000 pipes in stock, and many of the odd shapes GBD made were done for Smoker's Haven. Jack Tompkins and Frank Nagy are good sources for rememberances of the old days at SH.
A few comments:
In addition to the pipe line and shape information stamped on the pipeGBD also had codes for plus sized pipes. These codes in ascending orderof size were...ConquestCollectorColossusMy understanding is that these larger size codes were primarily used ontheir higher grade pipes such as Virgins and Pedigrees.Your size codes are correct, and in proper order, BUT they were not restricted to the higher grades, but used all through the line, from Rockroot on up. I have even seen Digby's marked Colossus.
Perspex refers to the clear acrylic bit material GBD used on various models.Correct. Perspex was a patented/trademarked name for lucite/acrylic.The metal rondelle set into the bit can help identify the age of the pipe,if the rondel is silver or gold the pipe is pre '70s.FALSE. The color of the metal inlay has nothing to do with age. I know where you are getting this info, and have asked the person who says this what his authority is. He admits he has none, other than a guess. A metal logo does mean the pipe predates the late 80s, and that's about the only conclusion one can draw.My brother Mike went through his old SH flyers, and the list someone forwarded to you is accurate.
Bill Unger, who is sec'y of the NASPC is a great source for GBD info, as the central Ohio are is a good place to turn up GBDs. Joe Ziev was a pioneer in mail order, having a mailing list worldwide of more than 10,000 names, so GBDs at least during his time, were widely sold, but many many are still in Ohio.
I will go through your list of finishes later and make comments on them, to add to your descriptions.
Terry
I received another e-mail from Terry listing several finish descriptions, I've added this info to the page and have noted his input with a -TH, I've also corrected the items Terry mentioned in his e-mail. Thanks Terry!
From: "Tim Bender" ToSubject: GBD pipe shapes Date: Fri, 05 Feb 1999 10:39:10 PST
I have a GBD prestige, shape number 335, which is absent from your shape chart. It is an apple shape, with a straight stem and round shank. Hopefully you will be able to use this in the chart. --Tim
From: Paul + Deena Roe To: Subject: GBD Midnight
Hi Jerry,
I recently purchased a #9436 Midnight, a line that I do not find listed in your research. Appearance dictates that it is probably a second (?). Do you have any information on the line?
Thank you,
Paul Libby, M

Hi Jerry,
Re: 9436 Midnight Straight Billiard More descriptive information for you--since this estate pipe has not been smoked much, I think the finish has not been affected by usage: dark brown smooth. The saddle stem logo is a white paint on. The stem is a rather inexpensive looking pearlescent material (not very attractive in my eyes).
I have a few shape numbers for you that I did not see listed--I have a:
255 Pedigree Canadian Billiard Vulc Saddle 357 Rockroot Quarter Bent Plum Vulc (sold as Plum not Prince) 549 International Quarter Bent Bulldog Vulc 667 Rockroot Half Bent Pear (?) Vulc 2006 New Standard Bulldog Straight Vulc 2006 Sierra Bulldog Straight Vulc 2871 Century Quarter Bent Dublin Vulc 9464 Speciale Lovat Saddle Vulc 9552 Fantasy Collector Calabash Full Lucite 9564 Virgin Conquest Bent Dublin Freeform Vulc Danish Stem
Thanks for putting this endeavor together. It is appreciated.
Paul
From Terry Hagley
Hey Jerry I was checking out your page when I noticed that I have two GBD shapes you don't list:
256 - Canadian - straight - oval/saddle 7002 - Dublin - 1/4 bent - military push
If you need them, I can send scans for your perusal. Thanks for providing the info you have, and keep appreciating those GBD pipes!
Reg'ds,
Terry
From: Paul + Deena Roe T

Hi Jerry,
I just secured an unsmoked Xtra today, and thought I would give you a description of the pipe for your edification:
The finish, in my opinion, is a medium reddish smooth. The grain is "nice", with some birdeye, but not exceptional. The pipe is a #1331, which is a straight billiard. The stem has a gold rondelle, and I am ignorant relative to molded vs cut, but it is nicely formed and joins well with the shank. The shank is stamped London England.
Thanks for all the information you have provided. I have put the information to good use in purchasing GBDs.
BTW, the #667 Rock Root I described to you earlier as a possible pear is a 1/2 billiard, I have been told by those that have more knowledge than I.
With appreciation,
Paul Roe Libby,

From: Jeff Folloder Subject: GBD's
Jerry, I was perusing your page and have another shape number for you. My father gave me a bunch of his pipes from the 70's to clean up (and keep cuz he don't smoke no mo). One of them is a GBD Century. It is a Group 3ish size billiard with a standard taper/fishtail stem. The shape number is 4121. Hope this helps!
-- Jeff Folloder
Date: Wed, 03 Feb 1999 18:30:38 -0600 From: Bill Jones Subject: GBD models
I have some contributions of models/shapes not included so far:
Original, 2006, bulldog, medium brown smooth, straight diamond saddle shank. Gold metal rondelle in stem. London, England. About Group 3 size.
Sieur, 719, billiard, smooth/sandblast, 1/8 bent broad saddle stem. Gold metal rondelle in stem (but now lifted out). London, England. It seems the Sieur were rounded billiards, stained dark brown, mostly sandblast, with a smooth ring a la that on a bulldog but instead very broad, here about 10 mm. Also smooth on the bottom of the stem, with some carving instead of sandblast near where it meets the bit. This one has a saddle bit and shank that is Canadian-style but squared off on the sides. About Group 4 size.
Also I have a GBD Standard, 110, which you describe as a pot. Mine is an only-slightly-squat billiard. Shank is straight as is the stem, with saddle bit. Finish is dark brown sandblast, but smooth and flat on the bottom of the stem (so it will sit). Gold metal rondelle in stem. London, England. About Group 3 size.
Date: Thu, 04 Feb 1999 19:21:57 -0200 From: "Frank R. C. Ferreira" Subject: GBD pipes

Dear Jerry, it was very nice to find such an interesting page devoted to pipes like yours. I'm a proud owner of a GBD pipe, too. It's similar to Savinelli's model 601. On the left side, there's the GBD logo by the side of the word "CHEVREUSE", both carved. On the right side, also carved, there's the words "ST CLAUDE" on top of the number "1025". On the left side of the black plastic mouthpiece, near the briar, shines the GBD logo, in golden brass. The finish is natural, smooth and the veins form a very beautiful design. The briar has darkened after all these years of smoking, but I remember it was very clear when I first met this piece. This pipe was a gift a nice young lady brought me from England, in the early 70's. If possible, I'd like to read comments about this pipe. Best regards! Frank Ferreira
Date: Sun, 01 Aug 1999 09:11:18 -0400 From: John Seiler Subject: gbd export
i have a GBD Export, not listed on your table,,,also, the gbd emblem has a verticle piece outside the logo on the top and bottom...i have attached a picture for your information. shape no. 8641
From: SSun, 1 Aug 1999 13:06:13 EDT Subject: GBD Pipes
Mr. Hanna,
I have a GBD shape that can be added to the shape chart. The pipe is a Virgin shape #789 which is a straight pot, the pipe is small length is 5" depth of the bowl is 1.5" inside dia. of bowl 1" outside dia. 1.5" shank dia. is 1/2". The pipe has the linear Made in England stamp and the brass oval GBD in the stem, stem is molded. I bought the pipe last year, unsmoked, and the shop where I bought it told me they had found when cleaning out one of their storerooms and they believed it was an early to mid 1960's pipe, it also came with the original box and sleeve. The pipe is a great smoker. I hope this helps you in your search for GBD knowledge.
Steve Huse

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ForumsMain categoryPipe TalkBritish Pipes123…11NextssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 6, 2015#1We seem to have a number of GBD enthusiasts here. I'll start this thread dedicated to information about that brand.I was surprised at the price of this Unique that was recently sold on Ebay (nearly $800!). It is very large, which I'm sure added to the value and barely looks smoked. "Unique" pipes were attributed and some say carved by Horey Jameson. They often have carved detail features and area always freehand pipes. I do not yet own a Unique grade pipe. Last month, at our Frederick Pipe club, Jason Bard, who owns "Bards Vintage Briar" had a bag full of Unique pipes he was going to restore and sell. Based on this pipe, he should do well!http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exquisitely-Crafted-Vintage-GBD-of-London-England-Unique-Natural-Smoking-Pipe-/141613479709?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20f8d2371d&nma=true&si=PFxJlfv%252FZVyIkuJj3xxl4IRtpnI%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

voorheesvoorheesPreferred MemberApr 6, 2015#2OMG. I love it. Not $800 love it but still.
okiescoutokiescoutPreferred MemberApr 6, 2015#3It is a real show stopper of a pipe, ssjones.
Maybe I am being sacrilegious about it, but it amazes me when someone lists an expensive pipe and does not give dimensions or weight. I would think this would be good marketing for any pipe.
I guess the guy who spent the $800 did not care either.
I suppose it is like a restaurant that doesn't list the prices on the menu.
Out of my league. :)

buckaroobuckarooPreferred MemberApr 6, 2015#4Wow, I did a double take on that briar as my mind said it had to be another brand, but seeing the rondelle scrambled what's left of my mind on this Monday. What a beauty. I would have only been able to go to $749!I only have an old Xtra that no one seems to be able to date despite the silver hallmarks and a Superflame, 100 year I think, Anniversary bent bulldog. Sadly, the bulldog does not have a tapered stem.
ssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 6, 2015#5The seller knew nothing about pipes. In the original ad, he had no pictures of the rondell and nomenclature. I'm sure those upped the value, I hope he appreciated my feedback - I had no idea it was going to go that high!
settersbracesettersbracePreferred MemberApr 6, 2015#6A very sweet looking pipe. I'm guessing of course but I'm betting it's a lot lighter than it looks.
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#7

danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#8GBD shape number charthttp://www.perardua.net/pipes/GBDshape.htmlGBD modelshttp://www.perardua.net/pipes/GBDlines.html
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#9G.L. Pease GBD pipe collection Excellent examples of early, rare, and unique GBD's from different periods.http://glpease.com/Pipes/Collection/gbd.html
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#10Pipedia history of GBD
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#11GBD seconds or sub brandsAmericana
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ssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 7, 2015#12I converted Jerry Hannah's shape list to Excel and I've been adding shapes as they pop up on Ebay, Pipe Forums,etc.
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 7, 2015#13Way to go ss. I don't think the site with the shape numbers has been active for quite a while. An updated number chart would be nice.
gloucestermangloucestermanPreferred MemberApr 11, 2015#14This is a repost showing the finishes for the 9438 (London Made)
As follows; New Era, Century, New Standard, Virgin, Fantasy, Prehistoric, Rockroot.

Love Reactions:cosmicfolklorebuckaroobuckarooPreferred MemberApr 11, 2015#15Great collection. Love that shape. Don't own any unfortunately.
stanlaurelstanlaurelPreferred MemberApr 12, 2015#16I picked up my first GBD the other day.

It is a Virgin 1960 "smooth scoop". I don't know if it was a good find or when it was manufactured. I just thought it was a beauty.

LoveLike Reactions:cosmicfolklore and whsergentssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 12, 2015#17I love a shot of multiple 9438's!
- what is the shape number on your new Virgin? That is a shape I've not yet seen and I want to be sure it is in my shape number database.
stanlaurelstanlaurelPreferred MemberApr 12, 2015#18As far as I know, it is 1960. I have one picture from the back and I think that is correct. That's what the listing said too. I won't have the actual pipe in hand until tomorrow.
stanlaurelstanlaurelPreferred MemberApr 17, 2015#19I'm still hoping to find out the approximate age of the Virgin 1960 that I posted above.
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberApr 17, 2015#20SS, speaking of shape # data base... Is that top secret? Please post if possible. I just bought a GBD Prestige Conquest Canadian. I found the Prestige listed on the old peradua site, but nothing about Conquest. Anyone have any info on this name? I'll post some pics in the GBD show off thread when I get it cleaned up.
that is an outstanding collection of 9438's. Good lord!
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ForumsMain categoryPipe TalkBritish PipesPrev1234…11NextssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 17, 2015#21
: Ha, no, not top secret. I'm still working on it, the data didn't translate cleanly to the Excel format. I have to do some more editing before I can release it. When I do, I'll post a link to Drop-Box to pick it up. Right now, it's a tabs on my "Pipe Log" and I don't want anyone sharing that with Mrs. Jones...
ssjonesssjonesModeratorApr 18, 2015#224/19 Update:I completed updating the GBD shape chart, in Excel format so it can be amended. You can download a copy from the link below. If you notice a shape on a pipe forum, Ebay, etc. that isn't listed, please send me the information and I'll update the document.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/74716036/GBD%20Shape%20Chart.xlsxI'm not sure this link has been shared, an article on GBD by Jacques Cole.
http://rebornpipes.com/2014/09/07/finding-out-who-created-gbd-story-of-a-pipe-brand-jacques-cole/
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberMay 8, 2015#23Reference chart for dating sterling silver banded GBD's

milehighmeNew memberMay 18, 2015#24Hi all! I've scouring your GBD threads trying to find some information about my pipe. I've tried several different places and you all seem like my best hope. you folks definitely have a ton of information. Anyways, my GBD is a "Dynasty" 788. Thanks to this thread, I've found that the 788 is a 1/4 bent apple but I still have no information on the "Dynasty" line. Any info you might have about when the pipe was made would be greatly appreciated. This is my first post here so I'm not sure how to embed pictures.
settersbracesettersbracePreferred MemberMay 18, 2015#25I have a #549 concord that smokes very well despite the occasional gurgle that I get in the first few minutes of a smoke. Passes a cleaner and problem solved. It hangs well and is light as a feather. What a great resource getting compiled here, thanks for that!
ssjonesssjonesModeratorMay 19, 2015#26
me: Welcome to the forum. Pictures of the nomenclature are necessary to offer details. I use Photobucket to host my photos. I have not heard of nor seen a "Dynasty" finish GBD.
ssjonesssjonesModeratorMay 19, 2015#27I restored this 9606 Century-Matt model. The 9606 shape number was not previously listed in my database (I would call it a bent apple).

milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#28First of all, Thank you for the response and the welcome. Second, I'll try and figure out how to use photobucket. Can I copy an Imgur link by any chance?
milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#29<br />milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#30<br />milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#31ARRRgh sorry trying to get you photos. Obviously feel free to delete at will. Sorry for being bad at this.
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milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#35PHeeeeew! Ok thats what I've got. Sorry for completely messing up your thread!
ssjonesssjonesModeratorMay 19, 2015#36Very interesting. Is the other side the straight, "London, England" or the round Country of Manufacture stamp?(COM)I found this Dynasty pipe at SmokingPipes, it is pre-Cadogan (made before 1982). This Dynasty is blasted, very curious.

milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#37If you zoom in on the first picture, London England is written beneath Dynasty. The only other markings are the 788 and E even further below the London England marking. I've blindly googled GBD Dynasty before and never had any pipes come back. I'm glad you found another one at smokingpipes. At least now I know what it looked like before. When I received my pipe in an eBay lot it honestly looked like it had been stored in a muddy ashy river bank. It literally was black with muddy gunk. Interesting that the picture of the one you found appears to have a silver GBD. Is there a difference between silver and Bronze?
milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#38Heres a profile of the pipe:
ssjonesssjonesModeratorMay 19, 2015#39Silver vs Brass - no difference AFAIK.
milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#40Heres my other GBD. I just received this one and I have just started restoring it. It is a "Militaire" 9740

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ilitary stem GBD's are not common, another interesting find. What is the finish stamp on that one and shape number (guessing 549)
milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#42All I see on it is Militaire and 9740 for the shape. I'm just getting into the piping world. Sorry I can't be more help then that.
milehighmeNew memberMay 19, 2015#43Oh, and London England

ssjonesssjonesModeratorMay 19, 2015#44Ah, yes the Militaire line, those are not seen often. That shape number is also not on my list.
gloucestermangloucestermanPreferred MemberMay 19, 2015#45I have that same pipe and SS is right you don't see them that often.
milehighmeNew memberMay 20, 2015#46Any chance you have a picture of yours? Do you know any much about the pipe?
mranglophilemranglophileSenior MemberJun 4, 2015#47Any opinions on the French Speciale Standard's? How do they compare to the British ones? There is a Zulu I like the look of. Thanks in advance...great thread.
ssjonesssjonesModeratorJun 4, 2015#48I have a French made "Originale", it is a terrific pipe. I think the Originale is a step above the Speciale. I've worked on a Speciale and found it to be equal of the GBD British-made counterparts.

gloucestermangloucestermanPreferred MemberJun 4, 2015#49I've never seen an "Originale" before. Was it available in the 9438? It does look like a better grade. As always you resto is impeccable. Dutch
ssjonesssjonesModeratorJun 4, 2015#50I suspect the 9438 would be available in the 9438, but I've never seen one.
That one came from Smokers Haven and was pretty much delivered in that condition. I lightened the rim darkening and worked out some bruises. It is actually a better smoking pipe than my 9242.
mranglophilemranglophileSenior MemberJun 10, 2015#51So I got my 1687 in the mail today, just stunning. Hands down one of my nicest looking/feeling pipes, smoked one bowl so far it it smokes as good as it looks. I really feel like I missed out not looking at GBD's earlier.The stem work is really nice but seems like acrylic. Is that Black Perspex? The only other GBD I have is a International with an acrylic replacement stem by JT Cooke so I can't use it for comparison. I don't know but I just assumed they used vulcanite.
ssjonesssjonesModeratorJun 10, 2015#52Perspex is acrylic, some of their colored stems are as well (Bronze Velvet). Unless the black stem is from a Cadogan era pipe (no brass rondell), it should be vulcanite.
mranglophilemranglophileSenior MemberJun 11, 2015#53That's what I assumed, but I had seen this reply from GL Pease from one of the old news groups:
Prestige
"This pipe features a BLACK HANDCUT PERSPEX mouthpiece which precludes
discoloration and 'bad taste' after continual smoking. Only the finest of
the fine-grained bowls are selected for this handsome matt virgin finished
briar."Click to expand...Mine is a Virgin Collector(not prestige) and has the brass rondell and I would swear it is Lucite, its pretty obvious when I put it in my mouth, is there a good way to tell with out taking a lighter to it to see if I smell rubber (just kidding)?
ssjonesssjonesModeratorJun 11, 2015#54Ah yes, I've never worked on a Prestige. Your lighter test is the only one I know of. (other then feel)
ssjonesssjonesModeratorJun 21, 2015#55Here's an interesting shape number, 9456 in a Commander finish. Brass rondell with the circular COM, an oddball. More interesting is the 9456 shape number, which is listed as an Apple with straight stem, not in this case.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Unsmoked-1970s-GBD-COMMANDER-SUPER-NICE-FULL-BENT-BILLARD-70S-COPPER-MINT-/361081621399?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5412244b97

danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberJun 22, 2015#56Never heard of a Commander. It's also rare to see a colored stem on a rhondelle era GBD, aside from the Bronze Velvet.
danielplainviewdanielplainviewPreferred MemberJul 13, 2015#57Has anyone heard of the GBD model Autumn Gold? Is it a pre-1980 model? It has the stem rhondell, but that's not always foolproof.
pepesdad1pepesdad1Preferred MemberJul 13, 2015#58I've got a 9456 in a Tapestry that is stunning to me.
bonehedbonehedPreferred MemberJul 13, 2015#59New model according to pipedia: ''Metal rondelles were discontinued after the merger with Comoy. The brass rondell made a reappearance on new production GBD's. The new lines are Autumn Gold, Bermuda, Facet, Pub and CW (Churchwarden).''
cobguycobguyPreferred MemberJul 13, 2015#60I'm new to the GBD club thanks to a recent purchase from member MrMotoyoshi.Both pipes are from the "Prehistoric" line. The first is a sandblasted Billiard (shape 133) with a perspex stem and the other is a sandblasted pot (shape 9493) also with Perspex stem.While I have not had a chance to smoke either pipe yet, I'm pleased with the initial inspection! :)