Vauen: Sina (8008) (9mm) Tobacco Pipe

With roots dating to 1848, Vauen is Germany's oldest and most storied pipe making marque, and they boast a number of innovations, most notably the development of the first 9mm filter. The company's Sina series presents a stunning finish that pairs a matte-black stummel with a jet-black saddle stem whose base has been fitted with a striking ring of swirling blue vulcanite. Each fitment has been hand-cut and hand-turned to ensure an ideal fit, with each and every accent being unique to each individual stem. The elegant aesthetic is presented here on the marque's "8008" Acorn, its high-set waistline and open transition lending it a comfortable feel in hand, while the sinuous stretch of shank and stem ensure comfortable smoking.