5
edits
Ashton: Difference between revisions
→A mark makes a career
| Line 19: | Line 19: | ||
R.D. Field played a critical roll in Bill Taylor's transition from Dunhill to the father of Ashton pipes, Bill Ashton-Taylor. Field wrote [[The Ashton Pipe Story]] chronicling this transition. | R.D. Field played a critical roll in Bill Taylor's transition from Dunhill to the father of Ashton pipes, Bill Ashton-Taylor. Field wrote [[The Ashton Pipe Story]] chronicling this transition. | ||
Due to Bill's unique knowledge of pipe making and the seasoning of briar, he | Due to Bill's unique knowledge of pipe making and the seasoning of briar, he was granted a British patent for his method of manufacturing. This special process results in pipes that are 12- 14% lighter in weight than comparable pipes of other brands. About his handmade pipes Bill states: "For us, both parts of the pipe are equally important- bowl and mouthpiece. In both cases the best material and perfect finishing are essential." Each ASHTON pipe, therefore, offers quality from bowl to bit. | ||
==== Wood makes the pipe ==== | ==== Wood makes the pipe ==== | ||