Ashton: Old Church Bent Brandy (XX) Tobacco Pipe

The bent Brandy isn't a design we frequently see Ashton produce, but the English marque has clearly demonstrated here that they can produce an excellent rendition of the classic shape. There's some additional plumpness lent to the bowl's base before subtly tapering up toward the rim while the angled transition provides room for the thumb to rest comfortably. Ashton has also made the most of the tall bowl's large surface area, treating the stummel to a crisp sandblast and dressing it in the warm, tan tones of the Old Church finish which will darken naturally with a patina as it's smoked over the years.