Sandblasted Cutty with Silver (25) Tobacco Pipe

Chris Asteriou is a Greek artisan pipe maker with a passion for both classic and unconventional designs. His impressive portfolio showcases a diverse range of styles, from timeless shapes to imaginative and one-of-a-kind designs. Asteriou consistently advances the art of pipe making through his skilled metalwork, innovative shaping techniques, and expressive details, all of which are beautifully exemplified in this Cutty.

The Cutty is a classic pipe design that takes us back to an era when pipes were crafted from clay rather than briar. Asteriou has meticulously recreated this shape, albeit without the prominent heel spur typically found in traditional models. The bowl is robust, featuring rounded flanks that cant forward at the fore of an impeccably straight shank-and-stem configuration. The slender, understated form of the elongated shank and stem enhances the bold posture and forward momentum of the bowl. The shank and cumberland stem are connected by a silver accent that mimics the appearance of a mount, featuring a reinforced metal tenon for added durability in this slender design. The stummel is adorned with a rich, dark sandblast finish that reveals beautiful, flowing grain patterns across the briar, while the rim remains smooth in a striking red hue.