This is a traditional style English watering can, inspired by ones from the 17th century.  (See accompanying photo with a beauty from the wonderful "Antiques in the Garden" book).  While most of my watering cans pour with a very pleasing shower, the rich tenmoku glaze on this one has filled several of the watering head holes.  It still pours, but you will find its highest use as a striking vase full of colorful blooms.