{"product_id":"shire-pipes-balrog-churchwarden-pipe","title":"Shire Pipes Balrog - 13\" Churchwarden Smoking Pipe","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShire Pipes Balrog - 13\" Churchwarden Smoking Pipe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The \u003cstrong\u003eShire Pipes Balrog Smoking Pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e is an officially licensed The Lord of the Rings churchwarden inspired by one of Middle-earth's most fearsome creatures.\n  Measuring an imposing \u003cstrong\u003e13 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Balrog combines a Dublin-style bowl, elongated bent stem, rounded mouthpiece, and dark ebony finish with an engraved Balrog portrait featuring its twisted horns and menacing expression.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Crafted from cherry wood, the Balrog blends the traditional proportions of a churchwarden pipe with detailed Lord of the Rings styling.\n  Its long silhouette, deep bowl, dark finish, and engraved artwork give it strong display appeal while remaining a fully functional traditional pipe.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOfficially Licensed The Lord of the Rings Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog is part of Shire Pipes' officially licensed \u003cstrong\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e collection.\n  Its design is approved by Middle-earth Enterprises and built around the fiery creature encountered beneath Khazad-dûm.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e13-Inch Churchwarden Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  At approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Balrog has the dramatic elongated profile associated with classic churchwarden pipes.\n  The long bent stem creates generous distance between the bowl and rounded mouthpiece while giving the pipe its distinctive fantasy-inspired silhouette.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDublin-Style Bowl\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Shire Pipes classifies the Balrog as both a \u003cstrong\u003eDublin and Churchwarden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  The Dublin-style bowl provides a tall, slightly tapered profile that pairs naturally with the long curved stem and gives the Balrog a substantial traditional-pipe appearance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEngraved Balrog Portrait\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The bowl features a detailed \u003cstrong\u003eengraved Balrog face\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete with twisted horns and a threatening expression.\n  The carving stands out against the dark finish and turns the functional bowl into the visual centerpiece of the pipe.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDark Ebony Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  A deep \u003cstrong\u003eebony-colored finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the cherry wood body a shadowy appearance inspired by the Balrog's dark origins.\n  The dark surface also provides strong contrast for the engraved artwork, making the character details easier to appreciate on display.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCherry Wood Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog is crafted from \u003cstrong\u003echerry wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the long pipe a traditional natural-wood construction beneath its dark finish.\n  Despite its 13-inch length and substantial bowl, the complete pipe weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.3 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Bowl for Longer Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog features a generously sized bowl measuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.76\" across the exterior, 0.76\" internally, and 1.31\" deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  The deeper chamber provides useful capacity while complementing the oversized churchwarden proportions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBent Stem \u0026amp; Rounded Mouthpiece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  A long \u003cstrong\u003ebent stem\u003c\/strong\u003e flows upward from the Dublin-style bowl into a rounded mouthpiece.\n  This traditional churchwarden configuration helps balance the dramatic 13-inch profile while giving the pipe a comfortable finishing shape at the mouthpiece.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Pipe Accessory Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog includes the basic accessories needed for use and routine maintenance.\n  Three metal bowl screens, a combination poking and tamping tool, and three pipe cleaners are included with the pipe.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBranded Gift Packaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Shire Pipes packages the Balrog in a \u003cstrong\u003ebranded gift box\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding to its appeal as a collectible Lord of the Rings piece or gift for a fan of Middle-earth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Looking for more traditional and specialty pipes? Browse our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/smoke-pipes\"\u003eSmoke Pipes collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for Sherlocks, spoons, one hitters, wood pipes, and other handheld designs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shire Pipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balrog Smoking Pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Officially licensed The Lord of the Rings design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dublin \/ Churchwarden\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bent stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark ebony-colored finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 13\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowl Outer Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.76\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowl Inner Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.76\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBowl Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.31\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.3 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engraved Balrog portrait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIN THE BOX\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Shire Pipes Balrog Churchwarden Pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3 × Bowl Screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Combination Poker \/ Tamper Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3 × Pipe Cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Branded Gift Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Shire Pipes Balrog Smoking Pipe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog is an officially licensed The Lord of the Rings pipe featuring a 13-inch Dublin\/Churchwarden design, cherry wood construction, dark ebony finish, and an engraved Balrog portrait.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Balrog pipe officially licensed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. Shire Pipes states that its The Lord of the Rings designs are officially licensed and approved by Middle-earth Enterprises.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long is the Shire Pipes Balrog?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Balrog measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13 inches long\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat style of pipe is the Balrog?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Shire Pipes classifies it as a \u003cstrong\u003eDublin \/ Churchwarden\u003c\/strong\u003e with an elongated bent stem and rounded mouthpiece.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Balrog pipe made from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  It is made from \u003cstrong\u003echerry wood\u003c\/strong\u003e with a dark ebony-colored finish.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Balrog design engraved?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. The bowl features an \u003cstrong\u003eengraved Balrog portrait\u003c\/strong\u003e depicting the creature's twisted horns and menacing face.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow large is the bowl?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The bowl measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.76\" across the outside, 0.76\" internally, and 1.31\" deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does the Balrog pipe weigh?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  It weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.3 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the Balrog include bowl screens?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. Three metal bowl screens are included.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it include a pipe tool?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. One combination poking and tamping tool is included.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre pipe cleaners included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. Three pipe cleaners are included for routine maintenance of the long churchwarden airway.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the Balrog come in gift packaging?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Yes. 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