Meerschaum Lined Kiko Bulldog African Wood Pipe

Meerschaum Lined Kiko Bulldog African Wood Pipe - Featuring the timeless bulldog shape, this rare KIKO pipe combines classic styling with the unique character of African meerschaum craftsmanship. The bowl displays beautiful natural grain enhanced by a rich dark finish and polished high-gloss sheen, highlighting the warmth and depth of the briar. Genuine solid block Amboseli meerschaum lines the tobacco chamber, providing the cool, dry smoking qualities for which meerschaum is prized while preserving the traditional appearance of the pipe.

The sharply defined diamond shank is reinforced with a solid metal fitting that creates a durable transition to the slightly bent black Vulcanite stem. Accented with KIKO's signature white elephant logo, the stem provides both comfortable handling and a distinctive mark of authenticity. The combination of the diamond shank, bent stem, and handsome grain gives the pipe a balanced and elegant profile.

Stamped “KIKO 109A” on one side of the shank and “Made in Tanganyika” on the other, this genuine African pipe is a scarce and highly collectible example of East African pipe-making history.

Despite being more than half a century old, the pipe remains unsmoked and in excellent condition. It includes the original factory box, which displays only minor wear consistent with age, along with the original informational booklet containing the history of meerschaum and illustrations of various pipe styles. The survival of these original accessories further enhances the pipe's collector appeal.

In 1955, businessmen from Nairobi established the Tanganyika Meerschaum Corporation after a meerschaum deposit was discovered near the surface on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. A second deposit was later found near Lake Amboseli. Meerschaum from this region of East Africa became known for being denser and less porous than Turkish meerschaum, creating a distinctive smoking material prized by enthusiasts. Following the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar to form Tanzania in 1964, the company ceased operations shortly thereafter.

Combining authentic Tanganyika provenance, genuine Amboseli block meerschaum, and exceptional preservation, this KIKO bulldog pipe represents a remarkable opportunity to own a rare piece of African pipe-making history.

All dimensions are approximate.

Length: 5.6"
Height: 1.6"
Width: 1.6"
Bowl Depth: 1"
Bowl Dia.: 0.59"

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