Colm Magner Bent Dublin Tobacco Pipe

Description

This is a Colm Magner pocket-sized bent Dublin tobacco smoking pipe with an acrylic mouthpiece. The pipe has Colm Magner stamped on the shank. This pipe has a lovely shape and is made in Canada. The bowl completely smooth with a nice transition to a saddle stem. Also, there is a circle inscribed around the entirety of the rim. This pipe has never been smoked.

The pipe you see is the pipe you get. This pipe came to us from a private collection, and where necessary, has been expertly restored by a local craftsman. This pipe was not smoked. Because it has been pre-owned, the price is drastically reduced compared to what this pipe would cost new (assuming that you could even find it). We stand behind these pipes; if you ever have an issue, return it to us for repair or refund.

About Colm Magner Pipes

In the world of hand-crafted briar tobacco pipes, a small number of artisan makers have earned a reputation not just for quality, but for genuine individuality. One such maker is Colm Magner, a Canadian-born pipemaker whose work has intrigued collectors and smokers alike for over two decades.

Born in 1961, Colm Magner began his pipe-making journey somewhat late compared to traditional makers. Already established in the arts as an actor, writer, and director with extensive experience in theatre, television, and film, he turned to carving tobacco pipes in 1998 while working at the Shaw Festival Theatre. What began as a creative sideline gradually became a defining craft.

Magner’s approach to pipe making reflects both his artistic background and his personal smoking preferences. Rather than producing pipes on a large scale, he focuses on individual pieces, each handmade and distinctive. His pipes are typically crafted from high-quality briar, the wood of choice for artisan pipe makers because of its heat resistance, grain beauty, and ability to deliver a cool, flavorful smoke.

One of Magner’s most recognized contributions to pipe design is a shape he dubbed the “Boxer” — a kidney-shaped chin-sitter that comfortably balances in the hand and provides a unique aesthetic among freehand and classic shapes. Fellow artisan maker Stefan Seles, a respected figure in the Canadian pipe community, has noted how Magner “grew exponentially” in skill over a short period and developed a signature voice in his designs that stands out even among seasoned carvers.

Collectors who own Magner’s pipes often speak appreciatively of both their form and function. For example, a pipe enthusiast recounting the restoration of one of his Boxing Glove shapes noted not only the pleasing visual characteristics — such as smooth finishes combined with localized rustication — but also how well the pipe smoked, particularly with Virginia and Virginia-Perique blends.

Magner’s pipes generally carry a clear stamping on the underside of the bowl that reads Magner / Handmade / Canada, marking them as artisan products and underscoring their Canadian origins. While he once sold pipes directly to tobacco shops in Toronto, his pieces occasionally surface in collector markets such as online auctions or forums where aficionados trade stories and reviews of various makers’ work.

Despite his success in other artistic realms — including teaching drama and playwriting at the University of Prince Edward Island and producing plays in New York — it’s his work with briar that has cemented Magner’s legacy in the pipe-making world. His journey exemplifies how pipe making can be both a functional craft and a fine art: each pipe is not just a tool for smoking, but a sculptural expression of its maker’s creativity.

Today, though no longer prolific, Magner’s pipes are still admired by collectors who seek pieces that combine artistic individuality, thoughtful design, and an enjoyable smoking experience. For many smokers and collectors, discovering a Colm Magner pipe is akin to uncovering a hidden gem — part of the rich tapestry of modern artisan pipe making.