Peterson: Flame Grain Spigot with Silver Cap (408) Fishtail Tobacco Pipe

Combining elements of the Author, Prince, and bent Apple, Peterson's "408" maintains a classic profile yet doesn't fit exactly into the traditional pipe chart. The voluptuous bowl and hearty shank cater well to the Irish marque's muscular design aesthetic, and the unique form demands attention — showcasing classic shaping cues and offering a plump in hand presence.

Peterson's esteemed Flame Grain series consists of pipes crafted from select quality briar, carefully chosen for their choice grain orientation. The designation represents one of Peterson's highest grades, and in this example the lively array of grain is brought out by a smoky, black walnut stain. This particular example is made all the more striking in the Spigot with Silver Cap rendition — featuring the Irish marque's superlative silverwork at the rim, shank end, and push style tenon. These fitments not only provide flashy accenting touches, but they also have added practicality: The rim cap protects against charring, and the spigot mount arrangement adds durability and enables stem removal while the pipe is still hot. It all combines for a striking, austere aesthetic, and features the most silver accoutrements available on a Peterson pipe.