No reserve price - Pipe - Briar

Pipa Croci, in impeccable condition, like new. It belongs to the Pipa Croci brand, an Italian firm of artisans known for their handmade work and creative style.

Inscriptions: On the side and the base you can read:

"Pipa Croci"

"fatta a mano" (handmade)

"Mantova - Italia" (from Mantua, Italy)

"dal 1983" (indicating the year the brand or workshop started)

Logo: A small circular seal with a stylized cross is observed on the side of the shank, which is the characteristic symbol of Croci artisans.

Physical Characteristics
Shape: This is a Bent Rhodesian or Bent Apple shape with variations. It is a pipe with curved, robust lines designed to feel comfortable to hold in the hand.

Bowl material: Briar wood with a polished, glossy finish. It shows an interesting grain (birdseye and flame grain) that highlights the quality of the wood.

Finish: A deep reddish-brown tone that brings out the natural veins.

Stem and Neck: This is the most striking element. It features a very wide, rounded metal shank (possibly silver or nickel silver) that joins the shank to the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is black acrylic or ebonite, with a pronounced bend to facilitate hands-free smoking.

Dimensions: overall pipe length 13 cm. Bowl height 5.2 cm. Outer diameter 3.1 cm. Inner diameter 2.0 cm.

Croci’s brand is known for not always following the classic English standards, opting for the Italian "Freehand" style. This particular pipe blends the warmth of wood with the coolness of metal in a very balanced way, giving it a modern yet artisanal look.

Note: As a handmade pipe, it is a unique piece. No two are exactly alike, which adds a special collector value.

The pipe is in like-new condition; I’m not sure if it has been used, at most once. It has been cleaned, polished, and sanitized. The pipe stand is not included in the sale. It comes with the original protective sleeve and box.