Mike Sebastian Bay: Smooth Bent Dublin with Horn Tobacco Pipe

Other bent Dublin renditions we've received from Mike Sebastian Bay have featured ridgelines along the lower flanks of the shank that extend through the heel to create a certain, structured motif. This version, however, forgoes such hard lines for a consistently smooth and soft-lined aesthetic. That said, the profile remains quite similar to those aforementioned examples: The bowl angles suddenly upward to accentuate the transition and pronounced heel, while the shank-and-stem combination offers a sinuous gesture that creates a dynamic profile when paired with the bowl's slight forward cant. Exceptionally lightweight and conveniently compact, this pipe from the Danish artisan is primed for on-the-go smokes and elevates that practicality with a stunning color palette. A rich, auburn contrast stain highlights flame grain across the bowl, with darker plateau kissing the rim for a hint of rustic texture, and a creamy horn accoutrement bears a domed aspect for accenting line work — emulating the look of a military mount but featuring a standard mortise-and-tenon arrangement and contributing to the piece's distinct Danish design aesthetic. It fits in well to Bay's penchant for compact, lightweight forms, perfect for those interested in a pocket-friendly pipe fashioned by the hands of a carver of proven prowess.