Dunhill: Bruyere (3121) (2017) Tobacco Pipe

Dunhill's "21" Zulu is often paired to a slightly bent stem (designated as "4" in the White Spot's four-digit numbering system). This rendition however is paired to the standard "1" straight, tapered stem. It makes for a sleek composition that emphasizes the Dublin-esque bowl on the end, canted forward in dynamic style and with a slightly protruding heel. A Group 3 version, this example is versatile of size, with a standard chamber and elegant disposition in hand.

The Bruyere was Alfred Dunhill's original finish upon launching his brand of premium pipes and smoking accessories and was the only Dunhill finish from 1910 until 1917. Even after the addition of other finishes, the Bruyere maintained a high level of popularity, becoming synonymous with what is thought of, even today, as the quintessential pipe. To achieve the iconic, ruby hue and saturation, a skilled craftsman painstakingly layers particular stains in a precise manner, then meticulously polishes the pipe to a high luster. The final result is, simply put, timeless.