Peterson: Donegal Rocky (411) Fishtail Tobacco Pipe

The "411" is Peterson's trimmest and most lightweight Rhodesian, possessing a silhouette and in-hand presence that forgoes the Irish marque's usually robust aesthetic, opting for a streamlined and minimalist aesthetic. Like a typical Rhodesian, the "411" boasts a broad, squat bowl with a beadline-wrapped waistline and a gently tapered rim. The shape differs from usual renditions by possessing an incredibly slender shank-and-stem arrangement, which balances the bowl's plump form and lends a pronounced sleekness to the overall composition.

Named after County Donegal in northwest Ireland, Peterson's Donegal Rocky series offers one of the Irish firm's most distinctive and immediately recognizable finishes. Much like the mountainous region it's inspired by, the rustication style of the Donegal Rocky line is incredibly craggy and provides plenty of stimulating texture, transforming any pipe that wears it into a rugged workhorse smoker. Peterson's first rusticated finish, the Donegal Rocky dates back to 1945, and is presented here with a bright nickel band offering a touch of refinement against the dark, red-tinged stain of the stummel.