Castello Shapes 5 |
 #92 - Full bent Egg with a
notched shank - this is a similar shape to the #93 with a similar style think stick bit
and shank "floc". What really sets the #92 and the #93 apart is the extended
shank treatment. No G/GG to date, but these might be offered later in 1998. New shape for
1998! [SR, OA, TM, CS, CO, FA] |
 #93 - Full bent slender
shanked Egg with a army mount and long thin stick bit. This shape is fairly common and
popular; almost always includes a ferrule made from either lucite or briar. A variation
that was introduced in 1989 is the 3 bowl with a flush taper bit. Very rare in the G/GG
size, although it runs slightly larger than some other shapes (G/GG 93's are
much larger than K sized 93's). [SR, OA, TM, CS, CO, FA, SL,
EP] |
| #95 - Long shank straight Pot/Billiard with a saddle bit. This shape
is a lot like a #15 except that the shank is a little longer (not as long as a #75 Lovat or #32 Canadian). Rare, as most of the pieces in this shape are stamped #15. Never found in G/GG, although G/GG are common in the #15. [SR, OA, CO] |
 #97 - Classic large bowled
Oom Paul with a saddle bit. This is a fairly common shape which is moderately popular in
all of the finishes. G/GG sizes are common, as are smooth finishes. [SR, OA, TM, CS, CO, FA, GL, SL] |
| Please Note: The following 4 shape numbers are currently produced by the Castello factory on a very limited basis, all of them start with a "2" which has a special meaning. First, all 3 digit shape numbers are formed by adding the "2" to the basic shape number (last 2 digits). Next the 2 signifies that the piece uses a fancy cut "freestyle" stick bit, usually directly into the shank (although NOT flush mounted). Lastly, 2-prefixed shape numbered pieces are always bent pieces, usually at least 1/2 bents. |
| While it is possible to create any 2-prefixed shape, this is generally not done by Castello. The following shapes are the most common 2-prefixed shapes and while limited in production, they are available and popular. 2-prefixed shapes are generally not available in G/GG sizes, but run slightly larger than the standard shape. |
 #215 - Fancy 1/4 bent
Billiard with a slightly flared shank. This piece usually has a slightly wavy top and can
or can not have a ferrule made of lucite or briar. Runs from medium to large in size and
looks similar to a #19. [SR,OA, TM, CS, CO] The #215 is the basis of the 1997 Castello
Pipe of the Year with fluted silver added to the end of the shank. |
| #225 - Large fancy 1/4 to 1/2 bent Dublin with a stick bit. This shape is similar to a #34 and commonly has a wavy top rim. These are more common in smooth than in rough and run large. Usually are not found with a ferrule. [OA, CS, CO] |
| #287 - Large 3/4 to full bent fancy Poker with a fancy freestyle saddle bit. This shape is very popular yet rarely found. The shank is quite bent and the bowl is larger than either the #87 or #88. In 1989-97 we have carried a few "G" 287's [SR, OA, CS, EP] |
| #293 - Medium large fancy 3/4 to full bent Egg with a fancy stick bit and slightly wavy top rim. This is the shape that was used as a model for the American Castello 40th year limited edition. These pieces are fairly common with lots of wood in the bowl. Many of the smooth models are crosscut - birdseye grained. Limited but available in G/GG. The 293 is the most common "2-prefixed" shape found in a G/GG size. Finish availability is based on regular stock and the 40th years pieces that we have had. [SR, OA, TM, CS, CO, EP, SL] |
