ARDOR URANO HANMADE - Pipe - Briar

ARDOR URANO HAND MADE ITALY
Splendid Ardor Urano Hand Made Italy pipe, handcrafted by the renowned Italian workshop of the Rovera family, one of the most appreciated brands in the international scene of high-quality pipes.
The piece belongs to the renowned "Urano" series, one of Ardor's most iconic finishes. The particularly deep rustic finish highlights the quality of the briar and creates an enticing contrast with the smooth, polished parts, enhancing the pipe's unique character.
The Poker Freehand shape presents elegant and modern lines, with a perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality. The original mouthpiece is embellished with the characteristic Ardor insert and a refined decorative element in flaming briar.
Legible markings:
• ARDOR
• URANO
• HAND MADE
• ITALY

• Manufacturer: Ardor
• Series: Urano
• Origin: Italy
• Craftsmanship: fully handmade
• Finish: Rustic Urano
• Shape: Poker Freehand
• Length: 155 mm
• Weight: 76 grams
• Original Ardor mouthpiece
• Condition: excellent, about 9/10
• Inner chamber well preserved and little used
The pipe can reasonably be placed between the late eighties and the nineties. The markings, the briar work, and the construction features are fully consistent with Ardor's classic production of that period, particularly appreciated by collectors for its high artisanal quality.
Estimated dating: circa 1985-1995.
BRAND STORY: ARDOR
The Ardor brand was born in 1974 in Cuorgnè, Piedmont, by the Rovera family. The name "Ardor" derives from the union of the names Antonio Rovera and Dorelio Rovera, founders of the workshop.
Thanks to the use of carefully selected briar and strictly artisanal production, Ardor established itself in the world as one of the most representative brands of the Italian pipe school. Its creations are valued by collectors and smokers in Europe, the United States, and Japan for originality, build quality, and a strong stylistic personality.
The Urano series represents one of Ardor's most recognizable historic lines and continues to be sought after by enthusiasts of Italian artisan pipes.
The pipe is in excellent condition, with minimal signs of use for its age. Original mouthpiece, clearly legible markings, and perfectly intact structure.
Estimated collectible value: €200 – 250.