Michael Parks Pipe Paneled Horn Grade V.

Michael Parks
Paneled Horn
Grade V.

About the maker:
Born in 1977 and now residing close to Toronto Canada, Michael Parks works fulltime as a Pipe Maker.  He has been producing pipes since 1998, but has recently become a master of the art.  Michael has a unique talent of being able to take requests for shapes and finding a block that has the perfect grain.

The studies of Art and Pipe Smithing have refined Parks' perception of design. Carving with respect for the World's pipe makers has enabled his own forms to evolve. Many of Parks' creations utilize enhancing materials, such as White Gold, Whitetail Antler, Titanium and Freshwater Mother of Pearl. Within every Parks pipe exacting standards unite craftsmanship and fine material. To smoke a Parks pipe is to appreciate diversified design. A Parks Pipe will enrich your personal collection as it clearly represents quality through workmanship. Suited for the purposeful and limited in availability, each pipe is a fine smoker's requisite, and a defining choice.

Michael's work consist a wide range of shapes, and his style is becoming very distinctive.  Each pipe is produced from some of the finest materials, and all the stems are hand-cut with precision.

Origin
Made in Canada 2005 

Description:
This is a very attractive piece to look at, and the grain is just spectacular.  The shape is perfectly symmetrical and the Straight and Birdseye grains were caught to show them off.  The shape flows gracefully from the top of the bowl to end of the stem to create a unified piece, and it will sit on a flat surface with a little forward cant.  The bowl is made from Italian Briar, and the hand cut stem is made from a Black Acrylic..  The tapered stem is cut to a very thin comfortable button, and has a fresh water mother of pearl insert.  The pipe has a free flowing draw with no interruptions, and the end of the tenon and mortise wall fit flush so no moisture will build up.  The pipe comes with a soft protective sleeve.

Condition:
100/100    This pipe is in Mint Condition and has not been smoked.

Markings:
PARKS

(pipe logo)

V.

Approximate Measurements:
Length of Pipe: 5  3/4  inches
Height of Bowl: 2  1/8  inches
Width of Bowl:  1  1/2  inches
Tobacco Chamber Diameter: 13/16  inches
Tobacco Chamber Depth:  1  1/4  inches