The Dunhill Shell Briar 4102 pipe has a very nice sandblasted finish . Indeed, an harmonious sandblast was performed on the briar, to lighten the pipe. This finish also allows the pipe to cool down more easily and to resist to small bumps and scratches. The medium-sized bowl is part of group 4. This model 4102 has the most bent shape among all the pipes from the Shell Briar line. Pleasant to hold in hand, it is even nicer at the corner of the mouth . Indeed, its bent shape makes it a very balanced pipe . At only 48 grams, youll even forget its under your toothAs with every other Dunhill pipe, this one comes in a high-end Dunhill black box and a Dunhill felt pouch.