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Savinelli Autograph pipe, sandblasted brown, with black methacrylate mouthpiece, original semi-curved Dublin model. Autograph sandblasted evaluation group. The pipe is NOT designed to be smoked with a 6 mm balsa filter. The pipe is very elegant and refined, a Savinelli classic that is always highly appreciated. It is medium in size and stands out for its bowl, which is capable of excellent smokeability in any situation, whether walking or sitting comfortably in an armchair. The pipe has a beautiful and consistent flame pattern throughout, which is enhanced by the fine sandblasting. It is a stunning piece, perfect in size and grain. The forward-sloping bowl gives it a very attractive sense of movement. Autograph pipes are among the most prestigious Savinelli pipes and sought after by passionate smokers. They are made only from extra extra briar that has been aged for a long time and are entirely handmade. They are made by an expert Savinelli craftsman, who defines the line according to his own inspiration, and each pipe is a unique piece. Production is limited and inconsistent. This pipe is ideal for the warmer months as it does not heat up the hand as much. It is excellent for walking, given its lower propensity for scratches and marks.
Achille Savinelli opened his shop in Milan in 1876. With quality products and courteous service, the shop was an immediate success. In 1920, his son Carlo introduced Savinelli-branded pipes, which he had manufactured in the Varese area. In 1948, the Savinelli pipe factory was founded in Barasso, where it still resides today. The brand quickly became prestigious worldwide and, in the 1950s and 1960s, around a thousand pipes were produced every day. The designs were inspired by classic English models, with the introduction of some variations that would become 'typical' Savinelli models. Alongside these pipes, Savinelli produced the Autograph, which were also made entirely by hand with imaginative designs that still bore the brand's hallmark. A characteristic feature of Savinelli pipes is the balsa system, a balsa wood filter that absorbs moisture from the smoke and makes it more pleasant. The system works but is little used by smokers. Savinelli has been producing pipes for over 140 years and, although snubbed by some 'expert' smokers, it still creates real gems that deserve attention and respect.
The pipe for sale is exactly as pictured in the photos. Once sold, as it is handmade and therefore unique, the pipe will be removed from the website. The actual colour of the pipe may vary slightly from the photo as each monitor has its own colour tone. The dimensions have been measured accurately but may vary by a millimetre, either way.