Rook Bent Dublin (2026) Tobacco Pipe

Tonino Jacono got his start in pipe making in 1981 when he joined forces with his brother-in-law, who shared his interest in the craft, and his father-in-law, who owned a briar-cutting mill. At first, the trio would share in the pipes' production, with his father-in-law drilling the pipes, his brother-in-law shaping them, and Tonino finishing them. These days, however, Tonino heads production on his own, utilizing charmingly old-school tools and techniques and sustaining the workshop's legacy of excellent pipes at fair prices.

This bent Dublin from Jacono is a rather rakish take on the shape-chart standard, and features a crisply pointed heel from which the walls of the bowl make their signature flare. The bowl is also canted forward quite prominently, enhancing the dynamism of this pipe's profile. The upturned shank and lengthy, arcing stem establish an almost checkmark-like silhouette, adding a great deal of energetic momentum to the composition, as well. The stummel wears a dark, contrast-rich, walnut-hued stain, which emphasizes a wealth of attractive grain throughout.