With its vivid grain, the slowly growing olive wood is not only appealing to look at, it's also very hard and durable. The wood is very flame (and ember) resistant and adds a slightly nutty flavor. Due to its tendency to crack and its irregular growth pattern, the olive wood requires the most painstaking attention from our turner.
All actiTube pipes are made of precious wood, which is neither varnished nor stained, and is treated only with vegetable oil. They are all made by hand in Germany, and are a pleasure to hold and behold.