This particular bend, called in the book a “boomerang,” occurs at the middle of the stem and is approximately 120 degrees. I love this bend, because it brings the pipe closer to the smoker, making it weigh less when clinched than other bends (the “moment arm,” I think my dad the engineer calls it). Featuring a small reservoir intended to collect moisture before it reaches the smoker, the ‘System Pipe’ is designed to create a drier and cooler smoke and discourage the formation of dottle. The System Pipe is still a consistent top seller for Peterson.
You will also find old Peterson Systems stamped System 4 or System 5. The shape number is also indicative of briar quality; for example, 364 is Peterson’s 3rd quality shape number (the 2nd quality sister pipe is a 314). , made in Ireland, provide the pipe smoker with a wide selection of briars.
Most Peterson pipe models are available with either a standard, traditional stem (called a “fishtail”) or the famous Peterson “p-lip”, which directs the smoke toward the roof of your mouth to reduce the chance of burning your tongue. According to many smokers, Peterson pipes are some of the best tobacco pipes because of the Peterson System and Peterson mouthpiece, which give the smoker a cool, dry, and comfortable smoking experience. Modelled after the old clay tavern pipes of yesteryear, they are among our most slender and elegant designs, featuring a number of smaller bowl shapes paired to elongated fishtail mouthpieces, and available in a variety of finishes. At first I thought the laser-stamp sample bowl I saw on Tom’s desk seemed a little deeper and darker than this one, but the macro photography convinced me they’re the same. As you can see, the typography of the laser-burned stamp is a little deeper, narrower and sharper than what can be had with a traditional steel-impressed stamp. If you look closely at the various photos, you can see the laser-burned “68” below the hand-pressed “01”—the 68 is one of the shapes earmarked for the Sportsman series.
However it was also one of great creativity, with the introduction of several commemorative series and some new literary character series of pipes that would leave a very lasting impression on the pipe smoking fraternity. During the 1970’s Peterson had a large display of pipes in the Shannon Airport Duty Free Shop for passengers. These were on display in a floor cabinet measuring approximately 6’ x 3’. Shannon airport outlet sold a considerable amount of pipes during its period of existence, covering all qualities, from the basic entry level Aran series up to the De Luxe Systems. They also stamped some mid range pipes with the mark ‘SHANNON’.
A few weeks ago, I received an email from a customer, Ted about some pipe work for him. He had three pipes that he said needed different things and offered to send some photos. He also sent a second email with a description of what each pipe needed. The Peterson Pipes selection has something for everyone, from the Iconic System Range, the big Sherlock Holmes collection too 9mm filter pipes.
Often imitated but never equaled, the Peterson System smokes dry, cool and sweet, thanks to the scientific effectiveness of the original design. The heart of the System is the unique graduated bore in the mouthpiece. This makes the suction applied by the smoker 15 times weaker by the time it reaches the tobacco chamber.
We also have a huge selection of Savinelli Pipes, Rattray’s Pipes and pipe tobacco. Within a year, Frederick employed a young Latvian woodworker named Charles Peterson to help with production and repairs. While crafting quality, innovative tobacco pipes has been central to our brand, we understand the importance of possessing smoking accessories of the same calibre. From pipe pouches to rustic tampers and sleek lighters, our accessories complement our tradition of craftsmanship, each tailored to pair elegantly with our pipes. For K&P, I’m assuming it must be less expensive than hand-stamping. Those guys work pretty hard for their money, and I can relate to that.
These special pipes, all of which are silver mounted, are rare and a limited number are available each year. Shapes can vary depending on availability of suitable raw materials”. From 1950 to the present time, the stamp for this era is “Made in the Republic of Ireland” in a block format generally in three lines but two lines have been used with or without Republic being abbreviated.
Each pipe model has its own personality and unique character. To smoke a Peterson pipe is to have the satisfaction of holding in your hand the legacy of Charles Peterson, the founder of the brand. The pipes are equipped with the Peterson system, a second hole in the shank leading to a reservoir to collect humidity. As a long time smoker of Peterson pipes I have found them totally dependable as basic smoking instruments. I am willing to concede that we are all different in our tastes and choices, mine possibly being an extreme viewpoint of the Peterson brand. However in defence, my knowledge is based on years of ownership and experience of the myriad selection of pipes that Peterson have produced and are still producing.
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