Barling Nelson Ye Olde Wood 9mm Briar Pipe 1813

• Overall Length: 140mm
• Overall Height: 42mm
• Bowl Height: 42mm
• Bowl Diameter: 39mm
• Bore: 20mm
• Weight: 43g
• Filter: 9mm
• Aged Briar
• Premium Gift Box

The Barling Nelson 1813 Ye Olde Wood presents a broader, more grounded interpretation of the classic straight pipe, built around a traditional Pot bowl.

Shorter in height and wider across the chamber, the bowl carries a low-set, substantial profile, giving the piece a more horizontal emphasis compared to taller forms. The proportions feel deliberate and weighty, with a steady visual balance from rim through to heel.

The Ye Olde Wood finish introduces a distinctly restrained character. Rendered in a matte, near-ebon tone, the surface avoids gloss entirely, allowing the shaping to take precedence over grain display. The result is a quieter, more utilitarian aesthetic that sits comfortably within Barling’s heritage-led approach.

A straight shank and tapering stem extend cleanly from the bowl, maintaining a continuous line that reinforces the pipe’s composed silhouette. The addition of a decorative metal band at the junction provides contrast—subtle but effective—while also echoing Barling’s longstanding association with fine metalwork.

Part of the Nelson series, the naming follows Barling’s modern naval-inspired theme, rather than drawing from earlier catalogue lines, offering a contemporary framework for traditionally styled shapes.

Stamped “Ye Olde Wood,” this finish designation sets it apart from the brighter “Very Finest” pieces, favouring a more subdued, heritage-driven presentation.

Fitted for 9mm filters, the pipe balances classic shaping with practical, modern functionality.

A lower, broader form paired with a matte finish—focused, deliberate, and distinctly traditional in character.