I was looking into getting a peterson system standard and wanted to see what everyone thought.
Is a Peterson System Standard Better Than Other Pipes in its Price Range?
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Go for it! don't look for any dissuasion here. if you need an excuse, then: "oh yeah, easily 2x, no 3x! better than a same price Savinelli!" 
Seriously though, i love my System Petes. And my Savs.
Seriously though, i love my System Petes. And my Savs.
I have many pipes from different manufacturers but I reach for my Pete’s majority of the time. The system pipes are great pipes.
You can find an estate Peterson System Standard for a few dollars and try it out before buying a new one. All the Petersons I own are a different smoking experience compared to my other pipes so it's something to be aware of.
I hate to say it but I have four Peterson and four Savinellis. I'm a big Savinelli fan but now find myself reaching for my Petes before my Savinellis.
But if I'm totally honest, I find myself reaching for my Ardor, two Ascorti's and two Rinaldos just as often.
But if I'm totally honest, I find myself reaching for my Ardor, two Ascorti's and two Rinaldos just as often.
The big question is whether or not the p-lip will work for you.
System pipes smoke differently than non-system so you should at least try or have one.
For me, not being able to pass a pipe cleaner is also a bitch. Having to remove the stem and clean the condensation periodically with a Q-tip is also a drag. Depends on your style of smoking, I suppose.
I don't know if I would say a Peterson system is better than other pipes in the same price range. I would say they are different, and because of that are worth trying.
I really enjoy Peterson system pipes. They're a very forgiving pipe. They allowed me to throughly enjoy good tobacco before I figured out proper technique, and still provide the same with proper technique.
Personally, I would look at Stanwell or Ropp over Petes. Everyone has their own opinions. I am not a fan of Peterson pipes and especially Systems. Just my own 2 pennies. Actually, for $100, I would be more apt to pick up an even better (IMO) estate pipe. Pre transition Comoy’s, GBD, BBB pipes can all be found in that range.
System Pipes are great workhorse pipes.
For a new pipe in that price range they’re pretty hard to beat.
For a new pipe in that price range they’re pretty hard to beat.
Genod though Falcons are amazing for the price.
Peterson is sloppy about stain application and often results in stain in the chamber and mortise. The smooth ones often have lacquered finishes that are prone to bubbling and the P-lips are quite devisive.
You'll never get agreement on "better", no matter the brand.
I started with "regular" pipes with fishtail stems.
Eventually I somehow tried a system pipe with a P-lip.
They are most assuredly "different".
And yes, the cleaning sequence is "different" as well.
But now, unless I'm gifted a pipe (Secret Santa), P-lips are all I'll purchase, and most of those are a system of one style or another.
I've loads of system standard, some deluxe, supreme, etc. But one that's surprising is the system spigot - I find it works quite well, even though it's not complete in the original design requirements. (The short army pipes work the same too....)
You need to try "different" if you're so inclined, and forget the elusive "better".
I started with "regular" pipes with fishtail stems.
Eventually I somehow tried a system pipe with a P-lip.
They are most assuredly "different".
And yes, the cleaning sequence is "different" as well.
But now, unless I'm gifted a pipe (Secret Santa), P-lips are all I'll purchase, and most of those are a system of one style or another.
I've loads of system standard, some deluxe, supreme, etc. But one that's surprising is the system spigot - I find it works quite well, even though it's not complete in the original design requirements. (The short army pipes work the same too....)
You need to try "different" if you're so inclined, and forget the elusive "better".
I was pretty suspicious of them for years but now own three and like them a lot. 312, 313 and a 314. they only make one fishtail model i'd still buy, the classic line spigots and i'd prefer them in p-lip
I'm with @FLDRD in that with only a few exceptions, I smoke only Pete's, and I've made it to the stage in my smoking career that I'll only smoke Pete's that are complete system pipes with a condenser.
If you are just starting out, a system standard is fine (especially if you are unsure if you are going to like their nuances)...
If you are just starting out, a system standard is fine (especially if you are unsure if you are going to like their nuances)...
I’ve recently started collecting systems. They’re quickly becoming the pipes I reach for the most. I like the higher grade Pete’s for the vulcanite stems and aesthetics.
One thing to keep in mind is cleaning a system is just a bit more messy. Ideally you’ll want both a bristle and non bristle cleaner. Use the non bristle to soak up all the condensation that’s accumulated in the system reservoir. I bend the ends into U shapes for better absorption. This is the first step, once it’s extracted then go about dumping ash and using the bristle brush cleaner as you normally would.
One thing to keep in mind is cleaning a system is just a bit more messy. Ideally you’ll want both a bristle and non bristle cleaner. Use the non bristle to soak up all the condensation that’s accumulated in the system reservoir. I bend the ends into U shapes for better absorption. This is the first step, once it’s extracted then go about dumping ash and using the bristle brush cleaner as you normally would.