@FoggyMorning is correct, it's a 611KS. Had one myself, but the chamber was too huge for my liking. Beautiful pipe though, especially the stem! Enjoy.
Show Us Your Savinelli Pipes!
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Here are my three -and only- Savinellis. I might try one of the new dry systems.
Bing's Favorite (Smooth)
Caramella 611R. I exclusively use this one to smoke Stanwell Melange, one of my favorites.
Last but not least, my favourite Savinelli, Lancelot/Lancillotto L- 320KS. I bought it solely because of its story and the way it was named after Sir Lancelot of the Lake from Arthurian legends. With my deep fascination -perhaps even fixation- on all things Medieval, I knew instantly that I had to own it as soon as I read the description.
Bing's Favorite (Smooth)
Caramella 611R. I exclusively use this one to smoke Stanwell Melange, one of my favorites.
Last but not least, my favourite Savinelli, Lancelot/Lancillotto L- 320KS. I bought it solely because of its story and the way it was named after Sir Lancelot of the Lake from Arthurian legends. With my deep fascination -perhaps even fixation- on all things Medieval, I knew instantly that I had to own it as soon as I read the description.
The last one is the new dry system right? Do you enjoy it? How does it fare compared to Peterson's?
Yes, actually, it is. Personally, I believe it is better than the Peterson system. I know it cleans up easier.
Is that last one a Mattone? I love the simple beauty of that line.
A bit commonplace, but a new Bing’s Favourite. Its rustication caught me, I love a good bit of dark, rich contrast, sort of like the Impero line rustication, but brown. I know folks often say they prefer a “Bing”-style pipe to be as close to the original design as possible, but to help do away with any worries on the matter for anyone on the fence, this thing is sleek as hell, and this one is so light at only 33g to boot!
I think it may be my first billiard too, albeit a longer one. Some Capstan Blue RR or a coin of some newer Luxury Bullseye Flake will hopefully find itself tucked inside soon.
My recently acquired St Nicholas 2023 Prince 315. We haven't bonded yet owing to the large chamber size, which I've now reduced with a mesh screen. My only filter pipe in which I'm actually using a filter, 6mm balsa. Smokes lovely; I hope we find agreement soon.
After Choatecav's comment, I ordered the Savinelli New Dry System 614. I’m not sure if it’s better than Peterson’s pipes, but I really enjoyed the smoking experience.
Glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Hopefully, it will deliver a good experience for you for years to come.
My first non-junker pipe was a Mattone, a 601. I always loved the feel of the stummel's matte finish, but the 601 shape fell out of favor with me and I traded it away some years ago. Also, on a related note, I lost a Tortuga 614 earlier this year to a nasty fall, and to fix the broken stem was price prohibitive. I loved the shape though, and I kept the thought of it in the back of my mind.
Imagine my surprise when an estate Mattone 614 showed up on SP! And not long after seeing @Douglas post his on here, who I completely blame for this purchase...
First bowl was Mac Baren Navy Flake, and am currently drying some Peterson Flake for my 2nd go. Sticking with non-aromatics without latakia until I figure out what to smoke in here permanently. Which could take a while.
Very happy with this one so far! Smokes great, and real easy for me to clench when I have to.
Imagine my surprise when an estate Mattone 614 showed up on SP! And not long after seeing @Douglas post his on here, who I completely blame for this purchase...
First bowl was Mac Baren Navy Flake, and am currently drying some Peterson Flake for my 2nd go. Sticking with non-aromatics without latakia until I figure out what to smoke in here permanently. Which could take a while.
Very happy with this one so far! Smokes great, and real easy for me to clench when I have to.
I fully accept the blame!My first non-junker pipe was a Mattone, a 601. I always loved the feel of the stummel's matte finish, but the 601 shape fell out of favor with me and I traded it away some years ago. Also, on a related note, I lost a Tortuga 614 earlier this year to a nasty fall, and to fix the broken stem was price prohibitive. I loved the shape though, and I kept the thought of it in the back of my mind.
Imagine my surprise when an estate Mattone 614 showed up on SP! And not long after seeing @Douglas post his on here, who I completely blame for this purchase...
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First bowl was Mac Baren Navy Flake, and am currently drying some Peterson Flake for my 2nd go. Sticking with non-aromatics without latakia until I figure out what to smoke in here permanently. Which could take a while.
Very happy with this one so far! Smokes great, and real easy for me to clench when I have to.
Newest addition to the stable, Savinelli Roma Lucite 804 Canadian
Oh that is a beauty. Does it smoke as nicely as it looks? Man, how long is that pipe? Looks nearly 7".