Peterson: Donegal Rocky (3085) Fishtail Tobacco Pipe

Peterson's "3085" Panel is a svelte design that brings to mind the slender shaping style of vintage French pipes, forgoing the Irish marque's usually robust aesthetic in favor of something more lightweight and streamlined. The "3085" is defined by a plump, Apple-like bowl that stands at the fore of a trim shank and a sleek tapered stem, the latter of which promotes a comfortable clench. Six crisp facets frame the aforementioned bowl and lend a touch of structure to the shape's silhouette, introducing some rigidity to the otherwise minimalist form.

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.