The Classic Oxide 1566 is the full-size oxide KM our team at Melbourne's Shisha Store recommends to customers who want the antique copper look on a serious cooling platform. At 80 cm it isn't a coffee table pipe — it's the dedicated lounge or floor setup where smoke cooling actually matters.

Antique Oxide Finish · 80 cm Tall · Lounge Centrepiece

Khalil Mamoon Classic Oxide 1566 — 80 cm antique copper KM

Why the Classic Oxide earns its space

• 80 cm of stem for maximum cooling — the longer water column gives a noticeably smoother pull than 70 cm KMs
• Antique copper oxide finish develops genuine patina over months and years of use — a finish that improves with character
• Wide-bore downstem for an open, effortless draw and dense clouds
• Single ball-bearing purge clears stale smoke between rotations instantly
• Full-size presence for home lounges, dedicated shisha rooms and cafe-style setups

Setting up an 80 cm KM

• Fill the base so the downstem sits 15–20 mm under the waterline
• Attach the stem to the grommet and check the hub seal
• Pack the clay bowl loosely to 2–3 mm below the rim
• Foil, even hole spread, 2–3 lit coconut coals on top
• Draw gently and purge as the session progresses

Care for the oxide finish

• The oxide finish is meant to develop patina — don't try to polish it back to factory
• Flush stem and downstem with warm water after each session
• Soft brush and warm water for the glass base
• Rinse the ball-bearing purge port if it sticks
• Replace the non-washable hose when ghosting appears
• Dry all metal parts before storing

Specifications

In the box

• 1 × Khalil Mamoon Classic Oxide 1566 stem
• 1 × Hand-painted glass base (~30 cm)
• 1 × Egyptian clay bowl
• 1 × Metal tray with KM stamp
• 1 × Non-washable hose
• 1 × Tongs and grommet set

Frequently asked

Will it fit on a coffee table?

Probably not comfortably — at 80 cm this is a floor pipe or a dedicated low-table setup. If table-friendly is the priority, the 55 cm Crown Noir or the 70 cm Omda are better fits.

Will the oxide finish keep changing over time?

Yes, that's the appeal — the antique oxide deepens with use. Each Classic Oxide ages differently depending on handling and environment.

Can I see it in person before buying?

Yes — pop into Melbourne's Shisha Store and our team will set the Classic Oxide up next to the rest of the KM range so you can compare heights live.

We dispatch from our Melbourne store with same-day dispatch on weekday orders placed before 2pm AEST. Free standard shipping on orders over $150 — or visit us in person at Melbourne's Shisha Store for same-day pickup.