The New Pete 309

[telescopes]

I received my 309 yesterday. The drilling and the workmanship, from the stem to the bowl is spot on. No complaints. So far, the pipe is breaking in as expected. What I do wish was different is the size of the stem. It is actually well crafted with strong masculine lines - in almost a Mussolini artistic way …. Interesting to say the least. However, the length of the stem should have been increased by at least an inch and a half to create a better balanced and historically more accurate look for the 309.
I will have an alternate stem made for the pipe so that it has the following look….The current configuration comes in at just over 5 inches. What are your thoughts?

 

[autumnfog]

I like the bowl shape of this model and agree that the older stem looks better.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Mussolini? His style was straight edged based on Roman and modern styles.


Congrats on your pipe though. Very nice.

 

[JackOrion]

I picked up a smooth standard with some pretty spectacular grain. I too was disappointed by the stem but for a different reason. The material. I prefer vulcanite. I also favor silver over nickel.
So I ordered a 4s which should show up no later than tomorrow. I’ll post photos of them side by side.

 

[telescopes]

It’s hard to see from the photos but the sides of the stem are indeed very angular as compared to previous stems. It’s an interesting look, but I prefer the more rounded look. In person it clearly looks more boxy so to speak. As opposed to the longer stem I showed in the post with the ruler.

 

[FLDRD]

I think these new acrylic stems are all the same size and interchangeable in the system standard line. I prefer them over the older, longer ones for the purpose of my clenching experience as I get greater stability from them. They don't look the same (shorter as you noted) but I prefer them functionally.
What I'm beginning to like even more, are the new ebonite (?) stems on the system spigot series, so I ordered my 309 in that model. They feel perfect and perform quite nicely.
So this is on the way...



I've also got a 309 Peterson Pipe Notes POTY with the condenser but I haven't enjoyed that one yet...

 

[telescopes]

I think these new acrylic stems are all the same size and interchangeable in the system standard line. I prefer them over the older, longer ones for the purpose of my clenching experience as I get greater stability from them. They don't look the same (shorter as you noted) but I prefer them functionally.
What I'm beginning to like even more, are the new ebonite (?) stems on the system spigot series, so I ordered my 309 in that model. They feel perfect and perform quite nicely.
So this is on the way...

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I've also got a 309 Peterson Pipe Notes POTY with the condenser but I haven't enjoyed that one yet...

I don’t dislike the stem, but my goal has been to own a more traditional looking 309. The new stem is quite interesting and yes, it has a good clench feel. Thanks for sharing.

 

[FLDRD]

I have an older rusticated one that has the longer stem.......

 

[BlueRidge]

Agreed on the length of the stem, wish it was identical to my older 312

 

[didimauw]

I prefer pipes shorter. But they have to look right in the process. So i agree on the look of that pipe. Short stem isn't doing it for it.

 

[keith929]

I presently own 4 309s and I prefer the shorter stem since it makes it easier to pocket when traveling.
My PPN 309 is just the perfect length . I have a 309 that I had Walker Briar Works create a shorter stem for my vintage 309. I use the longer stem when I am sitting in my easy chair.

 

[georged]

The easiest solution is just to choose the three stem option at the time of purchase. Short, medium, and long.

Having the selection is a great way to accommodate the situation (driving vs reading in a recliner, for example), as well as your own mood on a particular day (sporty vs working class-y vs landed gentry-y).

 

[JackOrion]

Here you go. The 4s arrived today. My gut instinct was correct in buying it. Now that I have a comparison the size difference of the stems is glaring. Dangling the 4s clears my chin nicely whereas the 309 turns back sharply and can touch my chin at the ferrel.
The grain orientation is the same on both with the 4s having tighter and more plentiful Birds Eye’s. It’s marginally nicer than the 309 but not by much. In fact I think I prefer the color of standard over the deluxe. The draw of the two couldn’t be more different. Where the 309 has a more open draw with a slight whistle the 4s is far smoother with a bit more resistance and quiet. It’ll be interesting to see how they differ in use. I’m going to keep them both. All of my systems are deluxe models so I’m actually happy to finally have a standard. I can definitely see where the extra cost goes to, not just a nicer box and sock but in overall quality.
I’ll post better pics in the show your Pete’s and what are you smoking threads.

 

[telescopes]

Yep. That is a glaring difference. What a difference a little size makes. @JackOrion thx for sharing.

 

[ssjones]

The easiest solution is just to choose the three stem option at the time of purchase. Short, medium, and long.

Having the selection is a great way to accommodate the situation (driving vs reading in a recliner, for example), as well as your own mood on a particular day (sporty vs working class-y vs landed gentry-y).



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The end of the stem in the top picture looks odd. This part.

 

[georged]

The end of the stem in the top picture looks odd. This part.

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I figured the short stem of the three would be the most clench-able for leverage/weight reasons, so specified one of those flat, funny-looking slot kinds when filling out the pipe's Three Stem Order Card.

 

[Sicut_Incensum]

I have two vintage 309s and just got my new one this week, and so far I'm loving the shorter acrylic stem. Great for clenching, in my opinion. It would be nice to have the option of a longer one for those who prefer it, but since the new models are different from the old in having acrylic stems anyway, I like that they are visually distinct also. I don't find either look superior to the other.

 

[Sicut_Incensum]

I received my 309 yesterday. The drilling and the workmanship, from the stem to the bowl is spot on. No complaints. So far, the pipe is breaking in as expected. What I do wish was different is the size of the stem. It is actually well crafted with strong masculine lines - in almost a Mussolini artistic way …. Interesting to say the least. However, the length of the stem should have been increased by at least an inch and a half to create a better balanced and historically more accurate look for the 309. View attachment 373614
I will have an alternate stem made for the pipe so that it has the following look….View attachment 373615The current configuration comes in at just over 5 inches. What are your thoughts?

Those two stummels seem pretty different to me.

 

[Nevaditude]

Here are three rare beauties from someone who has decided to sell some hard to find Pete’s. The last one is a 309 Spigot with a condenser. All have a chimney condenser as they are Deluxe’s. I own each and they are among my favorite smokes. The top one is same size as a Pub Pipe. The Middle is an 05 calabash with old style b curves stem and bottom pipe as mentioned is the first SPIGOT EVER used in a spigot.
His decision to not be a Peterson Fan might be an interest which I thought some of you 309 fans might wanna know. Peterson Pipe Notes .org has had an annual POY the last three years.

These prices are great. Especially for the Pub Pipe Sandblasted in that color shade.

be well…
Nevaditude

For Sale: 2022, 2023 and 2024 Peterson Pipe Notes Pipes :: Pipes & Accessories Sell/Trade

Shipped from Canada. They will arrive sanitized. Willing to ship wherever granted you agree with the Canada post quote I get. Never smoked latakia or any topped blends in them, definitely no aromatics, all very lightly smoked no real cake build up to speak of. Any questions or want more pics...

pipesmagazine.com

 

[ssjones]

Here are three rare beauties from someone who has decided to sell some hard to find Pete’s. The last one is a 309 Spigot with a condenser. All have a chimney condenser as they are Deluxe’s. I own each and they are among my favorite smokes. The top one is same size as a Pub Pipe. The Middle is an 05 calabash with old style b curves stem and bottom pipe as mentioned is the first SPIGOT EVER used in a spigot.
His decision to not be a Peterson Fan might be an interest which I thought some of you 309 fans might wanna know. Peterson Pipe Notes .org has had an annual POY the last three years.

These prices are great. Especially for the Pub Pipe Sandblasted in that color shade.

be well…
Nevaditude

For Sale: 2022, 2023 and 2024 Peterson Pipe Notes Pipes :: Pipes & Accessories Sell/Trade

Shipped from Canada. They will arrive sanitized. Willing to ship wherever granted you agree with the Canada post quote I get. Never smoked latakia or any topped blends in them, definitely no aromatics, all very lightly smoked no real cake build up to speak of. Any questions or want more pics...

pipesmagazine.com

And priced to sell!