Peterson Emerald XL02 Rusticated Apple (Estate)

Peterson pipes generally need no introduction, but just in case you’re unfamiliar: in 1876, a Latvian named Charles Peterson immigrated to Ireland and was hired making pipes in a workshop owned by Frederick and George Kapp. After rising through the ranks to become head craftsman, Peterson bought into the Kapp’s business, which was renamed, Kapp & Peterson (K&P). During this time, Peterson himself applied for several patents for pipe designs, including the world-famous Peterson’s System. Since then, Peterson has become one of the most recognizable names in pipe smoking and continues to produce high quality pipes from their headquarters in Dublin.

As far as I’ve read, the Peterson’s Emerald series debuted in the late-1980s, though like with many Peterson series, it has changed over the decades. This looks to be an older one, especially judging by the nomenclature. It features what Mark Irwin at Peterson Pipe Notes refers to as a “pebble grain” rustication, which was typical of the first iteration of the Emerald, rather than the “scooped” finish seen on the contemporary one.

The condition is fair. Some rim charring, minor finish fading, and some slight nicks at the base of the bowl.

Details:

Length: 6″ / 152.4mm

Bowl Width: 0.85 / 21.59mm

Bowl Depth: 1.30″ / 33.02mm

Weight: 2.4oz / 70g