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[[File:Peterson-Cased1899.jpg|thumb|400px|Peterson Pipe from 1899, courtesy [http://www.racineandlaramie.com/ Racine & Laramie Tobacconist].]][[File:1900Systempipe.jpg|thumb|400px|The Famous Peterson System Pipe, 1900, Courtesy Jim Lilley]]
[[File:1900Systempipe.jpg|thumb|400px|The Famous Peterson System Pipe, 1900, Courtesy Jim Lilley]]
 
'''Late Breaking News!:''' Smokingpipes.com announced the following. ''"Smokingpipes.com is pleased to share that its parent company, Laudisi Enterprises, will acquire Kapp & Peterson, Ltd., specifically the Peterson pipe factory in Sallynoggin and the Peterson of Dublin shop on Nassau Street." In the following Blog Post, Sykes Wilford, President and CEO of Laudisi Enterprises, reflects upon the acquisition and what it means for the two brands.'' [https://www.smokingpipes.com/smokingpipesblog/single.cfm/post/peterson-joins-the-smokingpipes-family '''See Sykes's full blog post'''].
 
'''Peterson [http://www.peterson.ie/ website]'''  
'''Peterson [http://www.peterson.ie/ website]'''  


=The Peterson Pipe Chronicles=  
=The Peterson Pipe Chronicles=  
[[File:JamesLilley.jpg|thumb|left|Jim Lilley as The Thinking Man]][[File:TPalmer.jpg|thumb|Tom Palmer]]'''''By Jim Lilley'''''
[[File:JamesLilley.jpg|thumb|left|Jim Lilley as The Thinking Man. RIP Jim, and thank you for your pasion for Peterson pipes, and Chronicaling their rich heritage.]][[File:TPalmer.jpg|thumb|Tom Palmer]]'''''By Jim Lilley'''''


''Thank you, Jim, for developing these wonderful articles on Peterson pipes for Pipedia, and for keeping them current.--[[User:Sethile|sethile]] 13:04, 26 July 2012 (CDT) -- Pipedia SYSOP''
===The Peterson Pipe===
===The Peterson Pipe===
[[File:PetersonFactory.jpg|thumb|Peterson Factory]]The Peterson brand of pipes are one of the most recognised in the world. They have been manufacturing pipes as a business in Ireland since the 19th century. Today the business is owned and managed by Tom Palmer from their head office at the Sallynoggin factory in Dublin, Ireland.  
[[File:PetersonFactory.jpg|thumb|Peterson Factory]]The Peterson brand of pipes are one of the most recognised in the world. They have been manufacturing pipes as a business in Ireland since the 19th century. Today the business is owned and managed by Tom Palmer from their head office at the Sallynoggin factory in Dublin, Ireland.  
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===Patent Era Pipes===
===Patent Era Pipes===
[[File:1901Patent.jpg|thumb|left|1901 Patent Example, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:1900Bog Oak.jpg|thumb|1900 Bog Oak, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:1900Giant2.JPG|thumb|A Huge 1900 Patent Deluxe Magnum with 20 inch stem. Above is a modern D6 Churchwarden for scale comparison.]][[File:Pipedia1.jpg|thumb|left|A selection of patent era pipes, Jim Lilley collection]]If I was asked if there was one single reason that motivates me to collect Peterson pipes, I would most probably respond that it  
[[File:1901Patent.jpg|thumb|left|1901 Patent Example, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:1900Bog Oak.jpg|thumb|1900 Bog Oak, Jim Lilley Collection]][[File:1900Giant2.JPG|thumb|A Huge 1900 Patent Deluxe Magnum with 20 inch stem. Above is a modern D6 Churchwarden for scale comparison.]][[File:Pipedia1.jpg|thumb|left|A selection of patent era pipes, Jim Lilley collection]]If I was asked if there was one single reason that motivates me to collect Peterson pipes, I would most probably respond that it was their distinct and marvellous design history. Which to my mind, as a self confessed old romantic opens a portal to more elegant times past and established Peterson as one of the forerunners of distinctive classic pipe designs of today.
was their distinct and marvellous design history. Which to my  
I must admit I am really into this particular period of Peterson's pipe production and the pipes that were produced during the so called Patent era. In my humble opinion they are elegance personified!
mind, as a self confessed old romantic opens a portal to more  
elegant times past and established Peterson as one of the  
forerunners of distinctive classic pipe designs of today.
I must admit I am really into this particular period of Peterson's  
pipe production and the pipes that were produced during the so  
called Patent era. In my humble opinion they are elegance  
personified!


Whenever I go through the old Peterson catalogues, it is like  
Whenever I go through the old Peterson catalogues, it is like  
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them. However, later around 1916, they began stamping their  
them. However, later around 1916, they began stamping their  
pipes "Made in Ireland" in a block format.
pipes "Made in Ireland" in a block format.


[[File:1890K&P2.JPG|thumb|left|1890/91 Kapp Brothers Meerschaum]][[File:1890K&P.JPG|thumb|1890/91 Kapp Brothers MeerschaumIn fitted case]]
[[File:1890K&P2.JPG|thumb|left|1890/91 Kapp Brothers Meerschaum]][[File:1890K&P.JPG|thumb|1890/91 Kapp Brothers MeerschaumIn fitted case]]
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At left and right are photo's of this marvelous unique pipe, now complete once more.
At left and right are photo's of this marvelous unique pipe, now complete once more.


'''A unique Victorian Peterson Pipe'''
'''A unique Victorian Peterson Pipe'''
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The stem is well worn and damaged and the case was a bit grubby. But hey! it is 119 years old!! I am happy with it.
The stem is well worn and damaged and the case was a bit grubby. But hey! it is 119 years old!! I am happy with it.
It is a very rare example of an art form, not normally associated with early Petersons and as such is a prime candidate for the Sandpiper Peterson Museum. See photos bellow:
It is a very rare example of an art form, not normally associated with early Petersons and as such is a prime candidate for the Sandpiper Peterson Museum. See photos bellow:
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File:Pete Patent 1893Silver3.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
File:Pete Patent 1893Silver3.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
File:Pete Patent 1893Silver2.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
File:Pete Patent 1893Silver2.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
File:Pete Patent 1893Silver.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
File:Pete Patent 1893Silver.JPG|1893 Patent, courtesy Jim Lilley Collection
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<gallery perrow=5 caption="More Patent Era Pipes:">
<gallery perrow=5 widths=230 Heights=200  caption="More Patent Era Pipes:">
File:1916Tomato.JPG|An unusual 1916 Deluxe Squash Tomato shape with Amber Stem and magnificent Briar
File:1916Tomato.JPG|An unusual 1916 Deluxe Squash Tomato shape with Amber Stem and magnificent Briar
File:Peterson3patentHouse.JPG|3 Early Patent House Pipes, Jim Lilley Collection
File:Peterson3patentHouse.JPG|3 Early Patent House Pipes, Jim Lilley Collection
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File:AmberPatent1901.jpg|Amber 1901 Patent Bent
File:AmberPatent1901.jpg|Amber 1901 Patent Bent
File:KariPatent.jpg|1908 Bulldog
File:KariPatent.jpg|1908 Bulldog
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<gallery widths=300 Heights=230 caption="1895 Peterson's Patent, Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
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File:1895Patent23.jpg|Silver stamping showing 2nd patent number & date
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<gallery widths=300 Heights=230 caption="1906 Peterson's Patent with Original Amber Stem, Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
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File:Image9a.jpg|This 1906 Patent has a rare "DUBLIN" stamping
File:Image5a.jpg|Stampings on sterling mount
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<gallery widths=300 Heights=230 caption="1908 Peterson's Patent, Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
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File:1908Patent04.jpg|Stampings on bowl & sterling mount
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You will also find old Peterson Systems stamped System 4 or System 5. The shape number is also indicative of briar quality; for  
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.)  
example,- 364 is Peterson's 3rd quality shape number (the 2nd quality sister pipe is a 314.)  
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File:Pipedia13.jpg|Pre-Republic Era 1922 Kapet Rhodesian
File:Pipedia13.jpg|Pre-Republic Era 1922 Kapet Rhodesian
File:Pipedia14.jpg|Pre-Republic Era 1938 Made in Eire 308 System
File:Pipedia14.jpg|Pre-Republic Era 1938 Made in Eire 308 System
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Sometime in the 1940s they introduced the "Premier" and "Standard" stampings. The "Premier" falling just under the "Deluxe," and the "Standard" becoming the former "2nd grade"  
Sometime in the 1940s they introduced the "Premier" and "Standard" stampings. The "Premier" falling just under the "Deluxe," and the "Standard" becoming the former "2nd grade"  
quality.<br>
quality.<br>
The stampings on the silver bands are "faux" hallmarks and are just decorative symbols of Ireland ... a Shamrock,a wolfhound ,  
The stampings on the silver bands are "faux" hallmarks and are just decorative symbols of Ireland ... a Shamrock,a wolfhound ,  
and a castle or tower.<br>
and a castle or tower.
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In regard to the silver and nickel markings of this period,well nu-ff said,it is a blooming minefield!<br>
In regard to the silver and nickel markings of this period,well nu-ff said,it is a blooming minefield!<br>
Hallmarks are only required on precious metals not nickel. Also a pipe made in England must meet English requirements which  
Hallmarks are only required on precious metals not nickel. Also a pipe made in England must meet English requirements which  
now (and for a number of years)are only 925 for sterling. This is an EU standard I believe. The shamrock, wolfhound and tower  
now (and for a number of years)are only 925 for sterling. This is an EU standard I believe. The shamrock, wolfhound and tower  
are not hallmarks. Dublin hallmarks for sterling are Hibernia, lyre and a letter denoting the year. They are still required for silver and gold in Ireland.<br>
are not hallmarks. Dublin hallmarks for sterling are Hibernia, crowned harp and a letter denoting the year. They are still required for silver and gold in Ireland.<br>
On the faux "hallmarks" v Dublin silver hallmarks. There are many Peterson pipes with sterling silver bands that do not have  
On the faux "hallmarks" v Dublin silver hallmarks. There are many Peterson pipes with sterling silver bands that do not have  
hallmarks though, even some in the Premier and Deluxe grades.
hallmarks though, even some in the Premier and Deluxe grades.
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<gallery widths=300 Heights=250 caption="Peterson's London & Dublin Special Two-Pipe Set Made in London ca. 1947, Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
File:PeteD&L04.jpg|<center>Two-Pipe Set</center>
File:PeteD&L05.jpg|<center>Shape 493</center>
File:PeteD&L06.jpg|<center>Shape 80s</center>
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<gallery widths=400 Heights=350 caption="Peterson's Dublin & London Deluxe Two-Pipe Set Made in Dublin ca. 1947 (non-hallmarked sterling mounts), Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
File:PeteD&L01.jpg|Two-Pipe Set
File:PeteD&L02.jpg|Tapered Stemmed Pipe
File:PeteD&L03.jpg|Saddle Stemmed Pipe
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<gallery widths=400 Heights=350 caption="Peterson System Clay c. 1940, courtesy Racine & Laramie Tobacconist>
File:R&L-Peterson Clay.jpg|Courtesy [http://www.racineandlaramie.com/ Racine & Laramie Tobacconist]
File:R&L-Peterson Band.jpg|Courtesy [http://www.racineandlaramie.com/ Racine & Laramie Tobacconist]
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===Republic Era Pipes===
===Republic Era Pipes===
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===The Tom Palmer Modern Era of Pipe Production. 1990 - Present===
===The Tom Palmer Modern Era of Pipe Production. 1990 - Present===


[[File:SallynogginGroup.jpg|thumb|300px|Peterson staff group photo]]When Tom Palmer bought over the Peterson business at the beginning of the nineteen nineties', he adopted the policy of "if it ain't broke don't fix it". Basically sticking wisely to what the business had historically been famous for, good quality,value for money, popular, classic shaped pipes.<br>
[[File:SallynogginGroup.jpg|thumb|300px|Peterson staff group photo]]When Tom Palmer bought the Peterson business at the beginning of the nineteen nineties', he adopted the policy of "if it ain't broke don't fix it". Basically sticking wisely to what the business had historically been famous for, good quality,value for money, popular, classic shaped pipes.<br>
Peterson had been around for over 120 years before he got involved so he decided to tread carefully before making any real major changes.
Peterson had been around for over 120 years before he got involved so he decided to tread carefully before making any real major changes.
   
   
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I have found that there is a clear dichotomy of opinion on the views of pipe smokers on the Rosslare series,they either 'love 'em or loath them'. Some find the orange/yellow Acrylic stem 'a bit over the top'. Personally I love 'em.
I have found that there is a clear dichotomy of opinion on the views of pipe smokers on the Rosslare series,they either 'love 'em or loath them'. Some find the orange/yellow Acrylic stem 'a bit over the top'. Personally I love 'em.


[[File:Grafton80s.JPG|thumb|Grafton]][[File:GraftonB11.JPG|thumb|left|Grafton B11]]'''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”.
[[File:Grafton80s.JPG|thumb|Grafton]][[File:GraftonB11.JPG|thumb|left|Grafton B11]][[File:XL15Spigot01.jpg|thumb|left|XL15 Racing Green Spigot]]'''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”.


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>
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The Deluxes are all excellent smokers. The Darwin, of course, is a truly outstanding pipe, its only "flaw" being that it's not a clencher. One particular aspect of this pipe that appeals to me most is its physical beauty and presence. They are a pipe like no other. For me, they also offer a bowl capacity that I like and a balance in the hand that I appreciate. They are well named Deluxe s for giving that special experience.
The Deluxes are all excellent smokers. The Darwin, of course, is a truly outstanding pipe, its only "flaw" being that it's not a clencher. One particular aspect of this pipe that appeals to me most is its physical beauty and presence. They are a pipe like no other. For me, they also offer a bowl capacity that I like and a balance in the hand that I appreciate. They are well named Deluxe s for giving that special experience.
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<gallery widths=420 Heights=260 caption="Peterson's 140th Anniversary Pipe (A rare straight-grained example), Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
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<gallery widths=400 Heights=350 caption="Peterson's Limited Edition Mark Twain, Pipe 37/400 (1981 Original Series) Courtesy Dennis Dreyer Collection">
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[[File:HouseTrio.jpg|thumb|Collection of House Pipes]]'''House pipes''':  Another popular Peterson system pipe variant, is the huge House Pipe. I believe the term house pipe, has come from the fact that they are just too big to carry around for some and too heavy to hold in one's mouth. The pipes are so large that you'll want to smoke them at home, settled into a comfortable chair for a very long session with a good book! I remember seeing them referred to as 'systems on steroids'!
[[File:HouseTrio.jpg|thumb|Collection of House Pipes]]'''House pipes''':  Another popular Peterson system pipe variant, is the huge House Pipe. I believe the term house pipe, has come from the fact that they are just too big to carry around for some and too heavy to hold in one's mouth. The pipes are so large that you'll want to smoke them at home, settled into a comfortable chair for a very long session with a good book! I remember seeing them referred to as 'systems on steroids'!
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File:Pete Cartridge2.jpg|Peterson 12 pipe Display Cassette
File:Pete Cartridge2.jpg|Peterson 12 pipe Display Cassette
File:Pete SherlockianaGroup.JPG|Sherlockiana Group, which includes: The 'Original' 7 day set w/stand, The 'Return' 7day set w/stand, The Meerschaum 7 day set w/stand, The 'Adventures of' 4 pipe collection, and Various 'Silver Specials'
File:Pete SherlockianaGroup.JPG|Sherlockiana Group, which includes: The 'Original' 7 day set w/stand, The 'Return' 7day set w/stand, The Meerschaum 7 day set w/stand, The 'Adventures of' 4 pipe collection, and Various 'Silver Specials'
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<gallery widths=250px heights=200px Caption="A Special Peterson Craftsman Spigot, courtesy Chip Fadeley collection">
File:Peterson craftsman spigot1.JPG
File:Peterson craftsman spigot2.jpeg
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*See Also: [[A Closer Look at the Mark Twain Original and New Pipes]]
*See Also: [[A Closer Look at the Mark Twain Original and New Pipes]]
*See Also: [[A closer look at the Peterson Sherlock Holmes series of pipes]]
*See Also: [[A closer look at the Peterson Sherlock Holmes series of pipes]]
*See Also: [[A Conversation With Tom Palmer of Peterson of Dublin]]
*For detail information on the history of Peterson, and an excellent dating guide see [[A Peterson Dating Guide; A Rule of Thumb]]  by Mike Leverette.
*For detail information on the history of Peterson, and an excellent dating guide see [[A Peterson Dating Guide; A Rule of Thumb]]  by Mike Leverette.
<gallery Widths=200px caption="Old Factory Photos">
Image:Pete_11.jpg
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<gallery widths=250px heights=185px caption="[[Auld Erin]], made by Peterson both in England and Ireland, courtesy Doug Valitchka">
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<gallery widths=250 heights=185 caption="Examples and details, courtesy Doug Valitchka">
File:PetersonFreestate01.jpg|Freestate
File:PetersonFreestate07.jpg|Dublin Detail
File:PetersonFreestate08.jpg|Freestate Detail
File:PetersonIrishFreestate1.jpg|Freestate
File:PetersonIrishFreestate5.jpg|Irish Freestate Detail
File:PetersonIrishFreestate7.jpg|Freestate Detail
File:PetersonSpigot01.jpg
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===Off site links===
===Off site links===
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*[http://www.pipephil.eu/logos/en/logo-peterson.html '''Pipephil's Logo information''']
*[http://www.pipephil.eu/logos/en/logo-peterson.html '''Pipephil's Logo information''']
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6-VoWeSjuA&feature=player_embedded '''Video of the Peterson Pipe process''']
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6-VoWeSjuA&feature=player_embedded '''Video of the Peterson Pipe process''']
*[http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-78/#more-7765 '''Pipes Magazine Radio Show interview with Peterson expert, Mark Irwin]
*[http://pipesmagazine.com/blog/radio-talk-show/the-pipes-magazine-radio-show-episode-150/ '''Pipes Magazine Radio Show interview with Tom Palmer]
*[http://www.vafa-shop.com/category/273/%D9%BE%DB%8C%D8%AA%D8%B1%D8%B3%D9%88%D9%86-Peterson-Ireland/ '''peterson shop in iran''']
<revive zone="7" align="right" caption="An excellent selection of Peterson pipes is available at Pipedia Underwriter, lepipe.it" />


'''Contact Information''':  
'''Contact Information''':  
  E-mail mailto:sales@peterson.ie
  E-mail mailto:sales@peterson.ie
  [http://www.peterson.ie/ Website]
  [http://www.peterson.ie/ Website]
<gallery caption="Old Factory Photos">
Image:Pete_11.jpg
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