Savinelli Nonpareil 9408 Smooth Acorn Estate Briar Pipe, Italian Estates

Description

It is probably fair to say that Savinelli is Italy’s most famous pipe brand. Founded in Milan in 1876 by Achille Savinelli, the brand has continuously offered high quality pipes for nearly 150 years. Though various Savinelli lines have come and gone over the years, the brand has always been notable for putting out classically styled pipes with a distinctly Italian twist.

Taking its name from an archaic term for “without equal,” Savinelli’s Nonpareil was one of its top-of-the-line series from the mid- to late-20th century. These pipes were distinguished by their exceptional grain, horn (or imitation horn) ferrules, and flared ebonite stems, along with two golden dots on the latter. Like the Estella and Punto Oro Corallo, Savinelli’s Nonpareil series has become a cult-favorite over the years, but unfortunately, the series shows no signs of returning. Fear not, though, as estates do appear occasionally, like this smooth acorn variant.

The condition is good. Some wear to the ferrule and minor, residual oxidation.

 

Details:

Length: 6.2″ / 157.4mm

Bowl Width: 0.74 / 18.79mm

Bowl Depth: 1.6″ / 40.64mm

Weight: 1.7oz / 50g