Rattray's: Dark Reign Sandblasted (123) (9mm) Tobacco Pipe

The Dark Reign line from Rattray's features six shapes exclusive to the series: the "120," "121," "122," "123," "124," and "125" designs. All differ in exact form and dimensions, but all are united by the Dark Reign's formal color palette and accents. Offered here is the "123" bent Apple — the overall length being quite compact, while the bowl dominates the profile and delights with a substantial, muscular presence in hand. Voluptuous and nearly perfectly spherical, the bowl sits perched on the end of a stout shank and saddle stem, and it houses a respectable amount of chamber, well protected by thick insulating walls.

Marked by chrome accents and a dark stain, the Dark Reign series from Rattray's features a number of shapes in a striking, dress pipe-like motif. The line is most defined by its rim guard, matching the shank-end accent and adding to the presentation's contrasting palette, while also protecting the briar from being charred over years of tobacco lighting. This example wears the line's subtly sandblasted finish, offering a light in-hand texture for a more rugged take on the traditional dress pipe.