Ropp Vintage Horn Pipe Sandblast Pot Briar Pipe ROP-079

• Overall Length: 109mm
• Overall Height: 42mm
• Bowl Height: 42mm
• Bowl Diameter: 32mm
• Bore: 22mm
• Weight: 36g
• Filter: Unfiltered
• Gift Boxed
• Aged "Vintage" Briar
• Real Horn Stem
• Cloth pipe bag included

The Pot shape, squat, balanced, and sturdy, appeals to me. Ropp’s Vintage Horn line offers a fine example. Handcrafted in Saint-Claude using antique machinery and patterns, it’s a testament to the brand’s past. Once a household name in the French Jura, Ropp made its mark in the 19th century, turning out cherrywood and horn pipes for export. Today, the workshop leans into its history, and I appreciate it.

The low and wide bowl is perfect for flake tobaccos or anything that benefits from a broad ember and steady smoulder. It requires minimal care, a quiet hour, and a steady hand with the match. The sandblasted briar is finished in a deep black, with enough texture to catch the grain and soften the handle. It’s not overly ornate, but it’s a working pipe that’ll last.

The stem is where the line shows its character. Real polished horn, not imitation, with subtle swirls of cream, amber, and honey that catch the light and shift with age. Horn feels warm even before smoking. There’s no filter, just an open channel and a dry draw, provided you don’t rush it.

The kind of pipe you’d keep by your chair, not in a cabinet. One that earns its place by use, not display.