Becker: Sandblasted Bent Dublin (Three Clubs) Tobacco Pipe

Founded by the father-and-son duo, Fritz and Paolo Becker, Becker pipes was established in 1974. Going against Italian neoclassical style, Becker pipes are typically seen with more elegant profiles and functional shaping, as opposed to the whimsical and eccentric pieces seen amongst other Italian artisans. This particular bent Dublin from Becker offers the marque's classic design cues; a sharply pointed heel and check-mark profile. The pipe's lean disposition helps create a lightweight design that's great for travel, all while its respectable tobacco chamber ensures you don't sacrifice any smoking time. From the aforementioned pointed heel, the walls of the bowl flare with a forward cant as they reach the rim. While tight, the transition lends ample room to wrap the thumb as it gives way to a trim shank-and-stem arrangement. The dark sandblasted finish dressing the stummel showcases handsome grain, and pairs well to the hand-cut mouthpiece made of cumberland.