Jared Coles: Smooth Bent Dublin with Juma Tobacco Pipe

For eight years, Jared Coles worked with John Klose on the J&J brand of artisan pipes before the duo decided to pursue their crafts separately. Since then, Coles has crafted handmade pipe under his own name, and he fashions traditional shapes with as much vigor and specificity as he does his more creative, organic work. No matter the shape he crafts, Coles creates work that's unified by a keen eye for precise lines, supple curves, and handsome finishes, all of which are present in this gorgeous bent Dublin.

A snug, compact design, this piece measures less than five inches in total length, making it perfect for on-the-go smoking and easy pocket-carry. Though rather reserved in terms of size, the bowl here is quite stout, boasting a certain thickness to its insulating walls that feels quite sturdy in hand. Standing atop a lifted heel, the bowl flares toward a broad, plateau-crowned rim, which adds a touch of organic flourish to the composition. The upturned shank and demurely curved mouthpiece encourage a comfortable smoking posture and provide a touch of gesture to the shape's profile. A ruby-hued smooth finish dresses the stummel and highlights a fetching showing of flame grain across the bowl, while a Juma accent adorns the junction and adds a touch of vibrancy to the pipe's otherwise reserved color palette.