Question about Peterson pipes??

[mikesgirl]

Hi everyone!
I just joined this forum, and needed some advice with regard to buying pipes. My husband wants a Peterson pipe for Christmas, and he likes the "rough" finish, or rusticated type. He also likes the bent mouthpiece...does anyone have any recommendations for the best pipe to buy him?? I have already bought him a Peterson POY 2009 sandblast which he seemed to enjoy. Any help or advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[atuukson]

Hi and welcome to the forums mikesgirl! whish my gf would buy me a pipe for chrismas :P but if i could get one sandblasted pete I've would def go for this one

Molly malones Pete

or

Pete Antique Colletion

Both are great looking pipes imo

hope it helps
//Tobias

 

[docwatson]

Welcome to the forum and atuukson is correct as far as Peterson pipes are concerned you can scan their website and their personal service is excellent. Here's the link.
http://www.smokingpipes.com/

 

[philip]

You might also have a look at Pipes and Cigars.
I hope Mike realizes he is a lucky guy!

 

[olderthandirt]

Hullo mikesgirl, do you smoke as well?
I always like to direct folks to the Pipe Locator at SmokingPipes.

There's a similar function that forum member cyndi turned us on to recently, the Pipe Finder at Alpascia.
This are great ways to get ideas based on your specific wants.
Have fun with the shopping!

 

[jchaplick]

I have a peterson number 313, its a bent rusticated, its really nice

 

[philobeddoe]

I have four XL02 shape pipes, it is a full bent that hangs nicely and holds enough tobacco for 30-45 minutes.

 

[irish2fish]

Welcome to the forum. I enjoy my system 303 tremendously.

 

[lordofthepiperings]

All depends on price range really. Cup O' Joe's has a really good selection of rusticated/sandblasted Petes. If you're looking for a more affordable one the Donegal Rocky series is a good line with rustication under $100. If price isn't an object, Peterson has a number of great lines with rustic/sandblast finish that are very good pipes. Just browse the online sponsor sites at the left of the screen and you'll find the pipe.

 

[terry]

The system 303 is a nice pipe.

 

[tomdavis]

If you are looking to spend more then look at Peterson's Sherlock Holmes line. The bowls are larger and the briar is higher quality although not in a way that makes it smoke better. My wife gave me my first Peterson and it was a Sherlock Holmes' My Croft.

 

[smokey422]

I don't presently own one but I've always liked the Donegal Rocky series and the prices are pretty reasonable. One decision you have to make with a Peterson is whether to buy a P-lip or a fishtail bit. You might ask your husband which type he prefers before you purchase the pipe. My two favorite places to buy Petes are Smoking Pipes and Pipes and Cigars. Both carry a large inventory of most all of the styles.
Smokey

 

[vroomfondel]

I would look into the Donegal Rocky line if he is into rusticated finishes and you don't want to break the bank.
And if you have the option of checking out the pipe before purchase I would definitely do that. God knows I love Peterson pipes and call a few my own, but I have seen some very dodgy engineering on some of them.

 

[juni]

Whereas Stanwells never let you down. But I have a Rocky too and it is a really great smoker.

 

[mattmars]

I have 2 Rocky Donegals, an 87 fishtail and a 68 P-lip. I love them both as they are fantastic smokers.

 

[mikesgirl]

Thanks everyone for the welcome, and for all the great replies and info! I think I have decided on the Donegal Rocky series (B10), since it has a lot of good reviews by most. He prefers the fishtail over the p-lip ( I asked lol), so I think I'm set. Just ordered a bunch of tobacco tins that he likes, along with some new varieties, so hopefully he will enjoy them!
OTD, actually no I don't smoke, but I've been saying that I'm going to start since he seems to enjoy it so much! lol. I'm not sure where I would go to find the 'woman-friendly' pipes :: lol.

 

[withnail]

Mikesgirl - We do have some ladies on the forum that enjoy their pipes and it is a great way to relax. Glad that you got the advice you were looking for and I am sure you'll see a delighted face on Christmas Day!

 

[mikesgirl]

That's awesome withnail! Maybe I can get some advice from the ladies for a pipe for me as well!

 

[olderthandirt]

I'm not sure where I would go to find the 'woman-friendly' pipes

I thought all pipes were woman friendly!
A Donegal B10, w/ fishtail.

Mike will be owing you big time!

 

[mikesgirl]

Haha, thanks OTD! Well maybe I should re-phrase that to say I'm not sure what kind of pipe my husband would prefer me to smoke..lol. Don't think a churchwarden is my style :D