Max Rimensi, the craftsman behind Il Duca pipes, is renowned for his versatility in adapting various design philosophies, infusing traditional forms with a modern flair through choice of stem material, design accents, and overall aesthetics. The Italian master also excels in crafting smoking tools that not only look beautiful but are engineered for durability and optimum functionality. A hallmark interpretation from Rimensi, this particular Cherrywood style is one we’ve encountered several times. Every instance reaffirms the uniform excellence of his craftsmanship, especially in maintaining the shape’s fluid dynamism. This piece features a notably elongated stem, distinguished by its vertical alignment and subtle bend, harmoniously counterpoised by an upturned shank. The shank expands from a broad transition, culminating in a stummel of bamboo just before it joins the stem. The following has been applied to this pipe. Reamed out carbon cake. Sterilized bowl and stem with alcohol treatment. Conditioned stem with food grade mineral oil. Please let the pictures serve as the condition and feel free to reach out with any questions. Check out my other listings for more pipes!