English Estates: Dunhill Bruyere Patent (566) (A) (1949) Tobacco Pipe

Fashioned in 1949, this "566" from Dunhill would today be considered a Group 2 Pot. The proportions of its bowl fall somewhere between stout and petite, being short but not particularly wide. Out back, the elegant, round shank is met with an inky, tapered, vulcanite stem. This Pot's concise build and lightweight feel in hand make it ideal for on-the-go smoking, or just shorter, stationary sessions. Adding to its classic and elegant appearance, this offering comes dressed in Dunhill's iconic Bruyere finish.

The Bruyere was Alfred Dunhill's original finish upon launching his brand of premium pipes and smoking accessories and was the only Dunhill finish from 1910 until 1917. Even after the addition of other finishes, the Bruyere maintained a high level of popularity, becoming synonymous with what is thought of, even today, as the quintessential pipe. To achieve the iconic, ruby hue and saturation, a skilled craftsman painstakingly layers particular stains in a precise manner, then meticulously polishes the pipe to a high luster. The final result is, simply put, timeless.