The Vauen Auenland The Shire Balbor Briar Pipe was given to me as a birthday gift by my children. Initiated by my 6 year old granddaughter who is a big fan of Gandalf & Bilbo Baggins, the leading characters of J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Hobbit & Lord of the rings. In this video i will try out this awesome & beautifully crafted pipe and smoke a most suited & delicious middle-earth Aromatic blend, the Tombigbee {Old Toby} by The Country Squire.
Thank you so much, I love it!!
Pipe description,
Vauen has a long tradition of driving itself in pursuit of the highest quality, whilst offering a wealth of new and innovative designs. For 160 years Vauen's skilled workmanship, modern technology and experience have been fulfilling the individual wishes of today’s pipe lovers, and those of tomorrow.
An extra-long pipe, inspired by The Lord of the Rings trilogy:
As with every other pipe from the "Auenland The Shire" line, the Balbor pipe has an original shape, inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's universe. Its bowl is slightly flared at the top, making it very comfortable to hold in hand. Extremely pleasant to smoke, this pipe will seduce all fans of Gandalf, Aragorn or Bilbo...
The Shire Balbor is a stunning pipe with which has been exceptionally made. The pipe bowl is made of Briar wood and extra thick making the pipe more heat resistant. The waxed smooth finish is dark but the wood grain is still visible. The stem is out of beech wood, which has an integrated plastic tube for a hygienic cleaning. Finished with a mottled Acrylic mouthpiece tip. Completed with a 9mm filter.
Presented a beautiful Vauen Auenland pouch and a Balbor box.
Made in Germany: Vauen Auenland The Shire Line (Churchwarden)
Pipe dimensions: Pipe Shape: Calabash Length: 345 mm
Height: 54 mm
Chamber Diameter: 20 mm
Chamber Depth: 38 mm
Weight: 70 gr Finish: Smooth Waxed Material: Bowl, Briar wood Stem: Beech wood & Acrylic mouthpiece & mottled tip
Filter: 9 mm (Included)
Tombigbee Pipe Tobacco.
The Country Squire Middle Earth Pipe Blends re-branded. Old Toby is now Tombigbee.
By far one of our most popular and widely celebrated aromatic blends, Tombigbee is comprised of Virginia, several strains of Burley that have been through the cavendish process. A sweet and creamy smoke that will have your senses traveling down a long Southern road.
Tombigbee: A weathered vagabond with a soul as untamed as the river after which he was named, roamed the dusty backroads of the American South. With a worn backpack slung over his shoulder, a tobacco pipe clutched between his teeth, and stories etched into the lines on his face, he meandered through the cotton fields of Mississippi and the pine forests of Alabama, finding solace in the ever-changing landscapes. As the sun dipped below the horizon, Tombigbee rested by the banks of his namesake river, puffing on his tobacco pipe and reflecting on the endless tales whispered by the wind and the echoes of the region’s rich history.
Jar Note: The sweet smell of Snickerdoodle Cookies, Chocolate brownie Spice Cake, Cinnamon Toast & Caramelized Sugar.
Tasting Notes: Sweet & Bready, Carmel, Undertones of Vanilla, Brown Sugar, Nutmeg, Almond, Cinnamon.