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4 photographsArchive Record FUH-RAEJ-6WBX-F
Savinelli Bionda Smooth Prince (315 KS), contemporary era
Era undetermined
Dating: UndeterminedItaly4 photographs
Reference example
This pipe is documented here as an example for study — it is a record in the archive, not an item offered for sale. Everything below is what the piece itself, and the evidence around it, will honestly support.
Attribute checklist
Original stem
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Stem replaced or re-cut
No
Faridunhill standing declaration
Rim cleaned (no wood removed)
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Refinished
No
Faridunhill standing declaration
Chamber reamed
Yes
Faridunhill standing declaration
Smoked
Yes
owner stated
Facts, not a grade. We do not score a pipe out of ten: a number would rank a restored pipe above an honest one, and restoration is exactly what this hobby prices down. Every line above is checkable by anyone holding the pipe. Lines marked Faridunhill standing declaration rest on our published, dated statement of shop practice (v1.0, 2026-07-29) — not on an inspection of this individual pipe. It is one document, in public, that you can hold us to.
The entry
The Savinelli Bionda Smooth Prince represents a modern interpretation of the classic Prince shape, characterized by its compact, rounded bowl and short, curved stem. This example bears the 315 KS shape number, indicating a larger 'King Size' version of the traditional form. The pipe features a smooth natural finish that showcases the 's grain pattern, with the Bionda line typically emphasizing lighter stain treatments. The pipe's stampings identify it as Italian manufacture under the Savinelli brand, with the estate designation indicating previous use. The presence of the original box suggests careful preservation. Dating is based on the modern filter system and the Bionda line's recent introduction, placing this example within the contemporary era of pipe production.