I just received a new pipe in the mail today from Alexander Briar listed on eBay. I wanted something inexpensive but new so I thought I would try them. The pipe I ordered is a Grade C and it was $40.40 shipped to my door in the USA and about 12 days. The inside of the bowl is a cone so it should be nice with flake i hope. I ran one bowl of Dunhill Flake through it this morning and it was a bit rough at first but the second half was nicer than my Peterson 102 in comparison. I think a bit of stain inside the rim may have been the culprit. It has a couple small fills but no major flaws and it is drilled straight with a very tight fitting tenon. I actually sanded the tenon down just a hair and may some more still. Overall I think if someone is looking for an affordable entry level pipe this would be a good option. I would rather have it over a Dr Grabow from my local CVS for the same money. It also came with a nice cloth storage bag.