Savinelli Autograph (2) Bent Billiard/ Ring Grain/ 6 Mm/Handmade Italy/Near
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:4387594 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy |
| Brand: Savinelli | Body Shape: Billiard |
| Filter Size: 6mm |
Savinelli Autograph (2) Bent Billiard/ Ring Grain/ 6 mm/ Handmade Italy/ Near MINTThis Autograph is on the smaller side compared to other Autographs, and has a slightly domed rim. It boasts some spectacular ring grain on all flanks and it has a pristine crisp, jet-black Lucite stem bearing no marks. The gold Autograph stamping on the stem has been effaced away, but the stamping can still be made out; though faintly. The substantial sized shank makes the tenon to mortise union strong, s...nug, square, flush, and an easy push/ pull. Draft hole is centered and a hairs breath above the bottom of the chamber. Pipe accepts a 6 mm filter & Savinelli’s Balsa Wood Filters, …or the insert that comes with the pipe may be used instead. Briar is nearly flawless with no discernable dings or scratches. Due to quality graining pipe weighs approximately 1 – 1/2 ounces, which is surprisingly lightweight for a pipe of its size. There is a protective margin of cake in the chamber to protect the briar from heat. Regarding graining, the well-respected authority on the subject, Carl Ehwa, in his landmark book, Pipes & Tobaccos, writes:
“When selecting briar pipes, quality of wood and workmanship and the type of graining are the prime considerations. Pipes made of dense, straight grain wood … have a tendency to absorb moisture much more slowly, which means they will smoke more sweetly and need to be rested less often. The bird's–eye, or end grain at the bottom of the bowl of a straight grain pipe absorbs moisture more quickly than other grains. Yet, because of its position, it allows the moisture to drain away from the tobacco and the channel, thus keeping the smoke dry.” ~ Pg 128Length 5 – 3/4 inches
Bowl width 1 – 7/16 inches
Bowl height 2 - 1/8 inches <
Chamber width 13/16 inches
Chamber depth: 1 - 3/4 inchesEach estate pipehas been carefully cleaned, sanitized, and prepared — allowing you to startenjoying it the moment you receive it.InternationalBuyers: Packages are processed through eBay’sGlobal Shipping Center (GSC). When you complete your purchase, you should beable to see to total cost for shipping and any Customs charges, if applicable. Shippingcosts for countries not served by the GSC are $45.00 U.S. and ship RegisteredAirmail. If costs are less, you will receive a credit back to your PayPalAccount. Keep it smoky!C9945R51
“When selecting briar pipes, quality of wood and workmanship and the type of graining are the prime considerations. Pipes made of dense, straight grain wood … have a tendency to absorb moisture much more slowly, which means they will smoke more sweetly and need to be rested less often. The bird's–eye, or end grain at the bottom of the bowl of a straight grain pipe absorbs moisture more quickly than other grains. Yet, because of its position, it allows the moisture to drain away from the tobacco and the channel, thus keeping the smoke dry.” ~ Pg 128Length 5 – 3/4 inches
Bowl width 1 – 7/16 inches
Bowl height 2 - 1/8 inches <
Chamber width 13/16 inches
Chamber depth: 1 - 3/4 inchesEach estate pipehas been carefully cleaned, sanitized, and prepared — allowing you to startenjoying it the moment you receive it.InternationalBuyers: Packages are processed through eBay’sGlobal Shipping Center (GSC). When you complete your purchase, you should beable to see to total cost for shipping and any Customs charges, if applicable. Shippingcosts for countries not served by the GSC are $45.00 U.S. and ship RegisteredAirmail. If costs are less, you will receive a credit back to your PayPalAccount. Keep it smoky!C9945R51
