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[[File:GraftonB11.JPG|thumb|Grafton B11, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:Grafton80s.JPG|thumb|Grafton 80s, Jim Lilley Collection]]'''The Grafton Series:'''- Peterson state that “Only about 5% of our bowls are good enough to make this selection of pipes. These special pipes, all of which are silver mounted, are rare and only a limited number are available each year. Shapes can vary depending on availability of suitable raw materials”. <br> | |||
[[file:XL02RoyalIrish.jpg|thumb|left|Royal Irish, XL02, Jim Lilley Collection]][[file:XL90RoyalIrish.jpg|thumb|Royal Irish, XL90, Jim Lilley Collection]]'''The Royal Irish Series:''' - The Royal Irish series of Peterson pipes are one of their lesser known issues. As high grades,probably because of the price range that they sell for,being at the top of the $300 - $400 range. | |||
I have long admired them as they epitomise the elegant style and quality of briar that I find particularly attractive. | |||
Initially I was drawn to a XL90 shape and then a XL02,both among my favourite shapes. Dressed up in their 'royal finery' they are nothing short of spectacular, in my opinion. | |||
Peterson's web site describes them along with the other higher grades as:- | |||
“Only about 5% of our bowls are good enough to make this selection of pipes. 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”. | |||
I know how scarce these are from having waited 6-12 months for mine to be made by Peterson.But well worth the wait. | |||
[[File:GraftonB11.JPG|thumb|left|Grafton B11, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:Grafton80s.JPG|thumb|Grafton 80s, Jim Lilley Collection]]'''The Grafton Series:'''- Peterson state that “Only about 5% of our bowls are good enough to make this selection of pipes. These special pipes, all of which are silver mounted, are rare and only a limited number are available each year. Shapes can vary depending on availability of suitable raw materials”. <br> | |||
I have rarely seen this series of pipes for sale previously, it has been a complete mystery as to the quality of briar, finish and smoking qualities. Rarely is it mentioned on pipe forums.<br> | I have rarely seen this series of pipes for sale previously, it has been a complete mystery as to the quality of briar, finish and smoking qualities. Rarely is it mentioned on pipe forums.<br> | ||
So as is my want, I set out to acquire a couple. | So as is my want, I set out to acquire a couple. | ||
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My first impression of them is that the briar quality is superb,with gorgeous graining. The pipes are not what I would call stand out stunner's, they ooze quality and are reservedly handsome,enhanced by the acrylic Cumberland stem. The bowl finish is tending toward a matt finish and not shiny like the recent trend. The natural Walnut finish harkens back to the comparable pre-Republic bowls. | My first impression of them is that the briar quality is superb,with gorgeous graining. The pipes are not what I would call stand out stunner's, they ooze quality and are reservedly handsome,enhanced by the acrylic Cumberland stem. The bowl finish is tending toward a matt finish and not shiny like the recent trend. The natural Walnut finish harkens back to the comparable pre-Republic bowls. | ||
High Grades from the Jim Lilley Collection: | Additional High Grades from the Jim Lilley Collection: | ||
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File:Collection of Rosslares.jpg|Collection of Rosslares | File:Collection of Rosslares.jpg|Collection of Rosslares | ||
File:Plato Freehand.jpeg|Plato Freehand | File:Plato Freehand.jpeg|Plato Freehand | ||