Trey Rice: Sandblasted Natural Rhodesian with Horn Tobacco Pipe

Trey Rice is a Texas-based artisan whose background in architecture and lifelong passion for craftsmanship converge in the creation of finely engineered, visually striking pipes. Drawing on principles like form and function, Rice brings a thoughtful, design-forward approach to pipe making. His work reflects a blend of Danish and English shaping traditions, interpreted through his personal creative lens.

This Rhodesian by Trey Rice is a bold, full-bodied pipe that blends classic English style with elegant, flowing lines. The fore's muscular bowl rises from a lifted heel, flaring to a broad, beadline-wrapped waist before tapering into a softly domed rim. This piece's overall sweeping silhouette is anchored by a tight transition and a subtly lifted shank, flowing effortlessly into a sleek vulcanite stem adorned with a genuine horn accent at its base. This design draws the eye toward the center, beautifully highlighting this piece's balanced profile. A crisp, natural sandblast reveals dense growth rings cascading down the bowl, while the rim is crowned with tight birdseye — its unstained surface promising a rich patina with age and use.