Smooth Bent Dublin (F) Tobacco Pipe

When I think of an Ikebana bent Dublin, what first comes to mind is a shape carrying quite a bit of mass up front. Trimmer numbers aren't unheard of, but they are in the minority. In this case, a good amount of flair, a considerable taper, and a light shank following the muscular curl of the transition all together make for a Dublin that's one the trim end of Ikebana, yet still possesses enough rim to do the gorgeous birdseye of the briar justice. Along with that, as you can see, comes lots of lovely flame as well, and all in shape that offers both a good amount of presence in hand, and a balance light enough to clench.

- Eric N. Squires