Peterson Design Question

[rockymtngent]

I have seen a couple of Petersons, such as the Mark Twain, that have a gap between the bit and the pipe designed into them. I originally thought it may be to hold a chain on a wind screen, but I haven't seen one available as an accessory. Any thoughts as to whether there is a function to this gap, or is it just decoration?
Thanks.
Stu

 

[rcstan]

The idea on the Mark Twain and System Deluxe is that the wood at the mount will shrink over time ( a LONG time ) and there's plenty of material on the stem to where it will eventually fit flush with the shank.

 

[4dotsasieni]

"The idea on the Mark Twain and System Deluxe is that the wood at the mount will shrink over time ( a LONG time ) and there's plenty of material on the stem to where it will eventually fit flush with the shank."
Well, I'll be! Thanks for clarifying that, rcstan.

 

[rockymtngent]

I concur, thank you rcstan.

 

[dryseason91]

There's something about the aesthetic of it that I really like. It makes the pipe look like a serious piece of equipment. Maybe that's just me.

 

[mso489]

Now that's esoteric pipe knowledge. I'm not sure I know anything quite that arcane about any of my pipes.

Back to the books, I guess.

 

[warren]

You don't have to crack the books. Google: Pipes Logos and Stamps for a site with a wealth of information on pipe designs, stamps, logos, company histories, etc. I could give you the addy but that removes the "chance discovery" of other interesting sites.