The pipe is not waxed or oiled, and it is polished by hand.

It is sanded from 180-1000 grit, after 8 procedures, it finally presents a smooth and shiny visual feeling.

Leadwood from south Africa north to Tanzania, fine uniform texture. Heartwood is a rich, reddish brown to dark brown, color darkens with age.

Slow growth, high hardness, strong toughness, abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance, very durable, with excellent insect resistance and weathering characteristics.