Claudio Cavicchi: Black Sandblasted Bent Billiard Tobacco Pipe

Though known predominately for his use of smooth finishes, especially the honey-blonde of his C-graded pieces, this bent Billiard from Cavicchi showcases the Italian artisan's deft hand at sandblasts. The black, ruby-tinged finish emboldens the tight stacks of growth rings as they climb the sides of bowl, adding plenty of stimulating texture in hand while also accentuating the bowl's subtle taper. Tall and boasting a generous chamber capacity, ideal for those who enjoy long smoking sessions, the bowl dominates most of the visual weight of the piece, with the long shank and abbreviated stem bolstering the bowl's firm stature with more modest proportions, resulting in a sleek profile that flows from rim to bit.