Italian Estates: Ser Jacopo Delecta Sandblasted Billiard with Silver (S2) (C) (Maxima, Maxima) Tobacco Pipe

Bearing two "Maxima" stamps, this Billiard from Ser Jacopo is a large, palm-filling take on the classic form, one that marries a tall, brawny bowl to an arrow-straight shank-and-stem arrangement. The bowl houses an immense chamber within its thick insulating walls, which should ensure plenty of long-lasting smoking sessions. There is plenty of briar here for wrapping-fingers to embrace, and even given the shape's intimidating size, this piece remains comfortable and well-balanced in hand. A stimulating, auburn-hued sandblast dresses the stummel and brings vivid definition to the briar's natural grain, while a band of sterling silver adorns the shank end and provides a dose of flash to the overall composition for further visual allure.