English Estates: Dunhill Amber Root (4104) (2002) Tobacco Pipe

Dunhill's "04" Bulldog can vary quite a bit depending on its Group size. Here in Group 4 designation, this particular rendition is on the taller, more slender end of the shaping spectrum, emphasizing the long taper above the bowl's beadlines. Likewise, the proportions between bowl and shank are balanced and indicative of Dunhill's classic shaping style. The sharp, ridgeline-enhanced heel lends some firmness to the profile, matched by the hard lines of the diamond shank and stem, and it's presented in the rich, mahogany stain of the Amber Root line.

One of Dunhill's more recent finishes, the Amber Root was introduced in 1995. Like the Root Briar, it showcases a smooth stain, accentuating the briar's natural grain in traditional style. Typically auburn-hued, the Amber Root is often a touch darker in color than that of the Root Briar, pairing handsomely with the jet-black stem for an aesthetic that combines the grain definition of the Root Briar finish with the darker, smokier tones of the Bruyere.