Chris Asteriou Duo

[mso489]

I especially like the smooth pipe for its subtle nuanced interpretation of the shape, the slender but not fragile shank, and the tapered bowl, that still says more billiard than brandy to me. The bright light band is another nice touch, just short of being jarring. He really has control of his medium and does wonders with decisive but understated design. I can never keep my Canadians, Liverpools, and Lumberman straight, but this is a beauty by any name. The bamboo shank pipe is also exquisite, but the smooth pipe stole the show for me.

 

[ssjones]

Chris set the hook on Facebook with this one....

 

[georged]

Besides the looks, Chris's work and dedication to detail is phenomenal. ... Enjoy them my friend and make sure that you buy more before the production won't be able to meet the demand.

This ^^^^
Chris has gone from hobbyist to one of the best pipemakers on the planet in a VERY short time. In the Internet Age, the secret won't stay a secret for long.
I strongly recommend that you set aside any plans you might have for new acquisitions if they are something that's routinely available (Petes, Castellos, Dunhills, etc.) and get an Asteriou while you can. They will soon be as difficult to find for sale as any of the Scandinavian grandmasters, and as correspondingly expensive when you do.

 

[pipesdownunder]

One of my favourite bamboo pipes in the Black Forrest by Batson. Real nice. Nice pick ups Pec!