Dark Sandblasted Billiard with Boxwood (Ping Zhan) (19) Tobacco Pipe

Guo Hui Zhang's passion for pipes began with his work as an importer and purveyor of pipe-making materials. Zhang's understanding of large-scale pipe logistics inspired an exciting idea: the mass production of high-quality, artisan pipes. In 2017, he opened the GH Zhang workshop and partnered with pipe makers around the world to achieve his vision. Each GH Zhang pipe is designed by a famous artisan pipe maker and shaped on a CNC machine before being finished by hand and fitted with stems by the team at GH Zhang. Offering more than 40 shapes in smooth and sandblasted finishes, GH Zhang presents pipe smokers with a rare opportunity to procure artisan-style pipes at an accessible price.

Hailing from Dalian, China, Ping Zhan is one of today's most respected and highly regarded pipe makers. He began carving pipes in 2011 and draws much of his inspiration from Danish and Japanese design traditions, demonstrating a keen eye for sleek lines and inventive shaping. While Zhan is best known for his free-flowing organic forms, his approach to classic shapes is equally refined, as seen in this traditional "19" Billiard. An abbreviated design, this piece measures just over four inches long, making it ideal for on-the-go smoking. It is finished in a rich sandblast and accented with a band of boxwood.