Ser Jacopo: Smooth Bent Apple (L1) Tobacco Pipe

While the plump, bulbous bowl of this Ser Jacopo bent Apple displays the Italian workshop's fondness for bowl-centric designs, it's remarkably compact and offers a comfortable, reassuring feel in hand. The bowl's robust, chubby proportions are matched wonderfully by the thick, stout shank while the softly downturned saddle stem further emphasizes the stummel's substantial size. The bowl is an absolute delight to wrap your fingers around and even displays some subtle cheeking around the transition. A rich, walnut stain dresses the stummel handsomely, resulting in a rather reserved briar from a workshop known for wild, daring designs. An ideal choice for anyone looking to own an Italian pipe but desire something more classically inclined.