Peterson 2022 Christmas Pipe
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Surprisingly, most of them. I've gotten several defective factory pipes from more than a few online vendors. I've asked for extra photos from SPC and was told it wasn't possible due to them being in storage.
What vendor would not inspect their inventory?
We have to take into account these are factory pipes where hundreds upon hundreds are made each day and multiple hands touch each pipe. Flaws happen, mistakes are made. Take car manufacturers for example, how many recalls do we hear each year from major brands? It does happen but to expect them all to be flawless especially from factory pipes is asinine. These aren't Ryan Aldens or the likes. Hell I've heard countless stories of Dunhills being jacked up from the factory. Peterson will fix the problem.
Speaking of cars, I purchased a 2022 back in Feburary. I’ve had to take to it back to the dealer twice. Bad gas indicating and a bad battery. They said 10% of batteries from the factory are bad. I don’t know if thats true but its kind of absurd.
Mine arrived today! I'm pleasantly surprised. I'd say it's more of a dark plum looking color, but I can see why some might perceive it as black, but if you got a black pipe, you'll know which one is and which one isn't, lol. Definitely dark, except for the highlights. I like the copper spigot and that and the plum puts me enough in mind of the holidays that it works, plus I love this 68 shape. Here's a view in shade and sun, hope they help anyone looking for "in hand" views.
As a weekend bonus, we figured out what the stem on my Xmas commission will be made of - this screams peanut brittle, caramel, apple butter pumpkin pie, whisky, whiskey to me!
As a weekend bonus, we figured out what the stem on my Xmas commission will be made of - this screams peanut brittle, caramel, apple butter pumpkin pie, whisky, whiskey to me!
I was prepared to pass on them this year, but a smooth 01 spigot popped up on SP today and now it's on its way home.
I removed the coating, found some Sutliff Christmas Spice and on the deck imagining Snoopy with the “x” days until Christmas calendar we used to see in the paper during the holiday season. This tobacco is as mellow as some of the sounds of the 70s I’m enjoying. Pipe works well!
Maybe it’s just circumstance, or the pristine coating free chamber, haha, but this is the most easygoing bowl I’ve enjoyed in some time - the pipe is a winner and I may just dedicate it to this blend
Maaaan that was me for so long. For me - No rustication, no P-lip, within a specific small size window. Army mount or spigot a plus. Good grain necessary.
After about 6 months of constant searching I found it. A group 2-3ish Walnut Spigot (just the straight silver, no fancy bulbous stuff), F/T, with lovely cross grain. I couldn't believe me eyes. The best part about it though, it's a superb smoke.
If they made more like it, I'd be a Peterson collector.
I’ve grown to like the rusticated Petes and never thought I would a couple years ago. Like the feel. Turn of the century to WWII with anything, give me a classic smooth bowl!
Nice looking pipe.
I've been on the fence, but after seeing your pics, I'll probably spring for a Christmas Pete.
Looks lovely. I was far from being enamored by their in-your-face rustications. But this pipe is a real beaut.
I might snatch one myself.
How did you remove the coating? Sandpaper?
Parts of about 4 paper towels and hot water. Scrunched up the paper towels, got them damp, twisted around a few times, removed, got the next piece, and when they came out clean, I was done! Actually the easiest one I've done of my Petersons, but none have been difficult, just take more paper towels. I did give a couple of careful wipe arounds with some 220 grit sandpaper after that, just because, but wasn't all that necessary.
I'm a big fan of copper and could not pass up this beauty of a 999. Had an inaugural bowl of GH Scotch Flake last night and it was a sublime smoke. Cool and dry the whole way down.
I saw a few on SPC that fit the bill of what I would want, 3 in total. There were maybe a total of 10 that fit my parameters (min bowl diameter, acrylic fishtail stem, no filter), I just didn't like how many of them looked (shape and/or finish).
If I did get a Peterson, I would want army/spigot mount, but it wouldn't be necessary.
Anyone else have photos of their smooth finished pipes from this series? I'm trying to get a feel for if most of these pipes show grain (like @brooklynpipeclub's) or are just an even color of really dark brown (like my heritage 2022 POTY 14B).