Le Nuvole Smooth Rhodesian (4 Cloud) Tobacco Pipe

In the manner of many other Italian-style pipes, the bowl of this Rhodesian from Le Nuvole carries much of the visual weight. It is round in such a way that, if it weren't for the beadlines, the pipe might be an Apple. The beadlines, which are widely spaced, rest right in the middle of the bowl, only a smidge above the transition, which furthers the Apple comparison by de-emphasizing the usual taper above said beadlines. Lithe and round, the shank-and-stem arrangement is subtly bent so that the apex of the stem's curve reaches the height of the rim beveled. A hazelnut stain dresses the smooth stummel to show off an array of attractive grain throughout that has earned the pipe its 4 Cloud grade.