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I can only hope and wish that the current production strategy undergoes a review to bring it back in line with the traditional Peterson values which Peterson enthusiasts have come to expect. | I can only hope and wish that the current production strategy undergoes a review to bring it back in line with the traditional Peterson values which Peterson enthusiasts have come to expect. | ||
[[File:DarwinRED2.jpg|thumb|400px|Darwin Deluxe 'Red' Limited Edition, Special Commission, Courtesy Jim Lilley]]On a more positive note, there is hope that in spite of these turbulent times, that Peterson pipes can continue to succeed against the various global issues facing the production of a good quality classical pipe.<br> | [[File:DarwinRED2.jpg|thumb|left|400px|Darwin Deluxe 'Red' Limited Edition, Special Commission, Courtesy Jim Lilley]]On a more positive note, there is hope that in spite of these turbulent times, that Peterson pipes can continue to succeed against the various global issues facing the production of a good quality classical pipe.<br> | ||
Flying in the face of the condemnation of smoking on health grounds,the pipe appears to be going through a gradual upturn in popularity. No longer considered the province of older middle aged males,it appears to be gaining in popularity,particularly with significant numbers of younger people. | Flying in the face of the condemnation of smoking on health grounds,the pipe appears to be going through a gradual upturn in popularity. No longer considered the province of older middle aged males,it appears to be gaining in popularity,particularly with significant numbers of younger people. | ||