Brigham System Red Sand #XL 55

Brigham's "55" bent Billiard is a smartly curved and gesturally sinuous interpretation of the shape-chart standard, lending itself well to clenching despite its mass. The shank and stem here take on an acrobatic posture, and their slightly exaggerated size lends the composition a muscular demeanor, something continued in the gently tapering bowl. This combination takes on its own taper to the button as well, placing further visual weight on the bowl and pulling the eye forward while keeping the outline hearty.

Brigham's System series comprises two different finishes, both of which are united by their deceptive simplicity and rugged wealth of texture. The first of these finishes is a craggy rustication, and the other is a crisp sandblast that showcases the briar's natural grain. Both are unified by jet-black stems and a simple style, presenting the pipes they dress in classic palettes that suit their hard-working, pastoral appeal.