Claudio Cavicchi: Brown Sandblasted Cutty with Bamboo Tobacco Pipe

An expert example of bamboo work, this Cutty from Claudio Cavicchi is pipe full of contrasts. The elongated "belly bowl" of a traditional Cutty features a slanted smooth rim, bulging walls and pointed heel spur, offering an eclectic yet balanced mix of textures and shapes. The long shank on this pipe is rendered entirely in bamboo that presents an eye-catching accent and ergonomic feel thanks to its knuckled sections. A black acrylic saddle stem finishes the silhouette, comfortably bent for easy clenching. The bowl is dressed in a crisp brown sandblast, excavating well-defined growth rings that ripple up the bowl. Thanks to its bamboo shank, the pipe is quite light and well suited to a variety smoking postures and certain to please all.