Nørding: Partially Rusticated Bent Apple Churchwarden Tobacco Pipe

This bent Apple from Erik Nording features a muscular, Oom Paul-like transition that bridges the stout, rounded bowl to a high-kicking shank and a long, arcing Churchwarden stem. The sheer length of the stem ensures that any smoke from the bowl will stay far from the eyes, making this piece idea for those seeking a good reading pipe. It's dressed in a striking dual finish that juxtaposes dark patches of rustication against smooth, ruby-hued sections of briar. The shank and stem are joined by a metallic spigot mount, which adds a touch of flash to the composition as well as added durability.