Mark Tinsky: Natural Volcano (5) (Three Star) Tobacco Pipe

A well-traveled man in his youth, Mark Tinsky began forging his path in the world of pipe making while he was bicycling with his good friend and future business partner, Curt Rollar. After a trip across Europe, the idea for American Smoking Pipe Co. was born, and it would launch Mark Tinsky into a long career of refining his craft as a pipe maker. With his penchant for travel, it's no surprise to see Mark Tinsky's style influenced by pipe-making cultures worldwide, with his portfolio showcasing unique interpretations of Danish, Anglo-French, and Italian sensibilities. This Volcano by Mark Tinsky is a handsome rendition of the classic shape. From a flattened, upturned heel, the bowl's walls rise with a gradual taper and begin to straighten out as they reach a chamfered rim. Transitioning from the bowl is a sinuously upturned shank, which pairs to a downturned tapered stem with a flaring wooden accent at its base. Dressing the stummel is the Natural finish, highlighting a wealth of striking vertical grain all throughout.