Irish Estates: Peterson Shannon (03) (Fishtail) Tobacco Pipe

Peterson's "03" bent Apple maintains the extra-stout shank and robust transition that combine to define the Peterson aesthetic, while trading the Irish marque's typically tubular bowl style with the rounded form of a classic Apple. The plumpness of the bowl translates well to the hearty transition and shank, lending the composition a tight-knit, muscular aesthetic. It's one of the marque's most charming, well-known shapes, and it's easy to see why — whether hanging from the jaw or filling the palm, it's a versatile smoker that seamlessly marries traditional appeal with Peterson's recognizable personality.

Like the Aran line, the Shannon presents a thoroughly traditional appeal. The simple combination of a smooth, walnut stain paired to a jet-black stem defines a reserved finishing style that has spanned decades. Not every style stands the test of time, but this deep brown and black color palette is one that's as popular today as it was in vintage French and English catalogs from the early 1900s. Timeless and traditional, the Shannon returns to classic, unadorned pipe finishes, the briar's grain pattern being the only accent needed.