Sean Reum Pipes, Sandblasted Acorn Handmade Briar Pipe, New [SOLD OUT]

Description

Over the last decade, Sean Reum has emerged as one of North America’s most admired and in-demand pipe-makers, with his fans including, among many others, the one and only G.L. Pease. Having followed Reum’s career for many years, including catching a few glimpses of the artisan in his Montana workshop, I’m happy to say that his status in the pipe world is well-earned. A master carver of hand made pipes in the Scandinavian tradition, Reum has managed to secure a niche in the highly competitive artisan market through a combination of innovative designs and production techniques, a consistent, high quality output, and an almost unparalleled work ethic.

To me, this pipe has all the hallmarks of a Reum pipe. The shape leans into the Danish tradition, but it doesn’t replicate any design in particular. Instead, it simply plays with different shaping elements, just as the Danish greats did when they were creating the shapes that have become common artisan staples. We’ve labeled it as an acorn, but it isn’t exactly like the acorns of old (and new); rather, it takes the conical lines of an acorn and tapers them down to a sharp point at the base of the bowl. It almost looks like a ship’s bow, one that gradually morphs into something more organic as it progresses upwards. Anyway, the bowl is also crisply sandblasted with a gorgeous ring grain, which is emphasized by an expert contrast stain. I especially like the black staining on and around the rim, giving the design a fumed effect. The limited edition tan-camouflage ebonite finally complements the hue of the stummel. It’s an unconventional stem color, but it is subtle enough to work marvelously in the overall design.

By the way, at a mere 31 grams, this pipe will clench with ease.

Details:

Length: 5.4″

Bowl Width: 18.1mm

Bowl Depth: 1.45″

Weight: 1.0oz / 31g