Savinelli: Giubileo d'Oro Smooth Natural (145 KS) Tobacco Pipe

Savinelli's "145 KS" is a pleasantly plump, full-bodied bent Brandy that pairs a tall, subtly tapered bowl to an ever-so-slightly bent stem. The bowl's heel is exceptionally broad and bold, calling to mind the Italian marque's "144 KS" and "628" bent Brandy designs in its execution, each shape also featuring similar chamber dimensions. Where they differ is in their stems, the "145 KS" seen here displaying a gently downturned, tapered stem that's a bit lengthier and understated in comparison.

The highest tier within Savinelli's standard lineup, the Giubileo d'Oro series presents the Italian marque's superlative pieces. Meaning "Golden Jubilee" in Italian, the Giubileo d'Oro series denotes Savinelli pipes par excellence, and the strict standards determining Giubileo d'Oro pieces mean that only 0.1% of Savinelli's total production is found worthy of the line's iconic three brass dot stem logo. As such, these pipes showcase choice grain patterns and exquisite finishes — from concisely defined sandblasts to gorgeously arrayed flame grain and birdseye. This particular example wears the line's smooth, Natural stain, highlighting the briar's natural grain in a traditional and vivid palette.