Talbert Pipes Ligne Bretagne Shape Notes Shape 32 Notes: This is an attractive, somewhat tadpole-like shape (when viewed from the top) that I don't make very often. In fact, I seem to average about one a year! The reason why is that, despite the deceptive simplicity of the design, it's an extremely labor-intensive pipe to make by Ligne Bretagne prices. First, the tapered shank is very difficult to grip properly in the shank clamps, and trying to hold the pipe by its oval, tapered shank AND be sure to get the drilling aligned exactly precise is pretty challenging. The mortise must be drilled at a very exact angle so that the taper of the shank will match the taper of the stem top and bottom, and it's very easy for this pipe to appear to have the stem coming out at an odd angle. Also, getting the curving lines of the stem & shank to flow smoothly and seamlessly requires a good bit of hand filing and sanding. So, while I like the shape, they are a rarity in LB production. It's a shame about the annoyance factor because otherwise they are very practical pipes, with a good-size bowl and a very comfortably rounded "hand feel".