Peterson Aran 120 Rusticated Dublin Estate Briar Pipe, Irish Estates [SOLD]

Description

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.

Debuting in 1965, and taking its name from a collection of small islands off the coast of County Galway, the Aran has been a staple in Peterson production for more or less ever since. This particular Aran is Peterson’s classic “120” Dublin shape, a simple, ergonomic design that veteran smokers may find comfortable enough to clench.

The condition is very good. There is some rim darkening, though it blends with the rugged aesthetic supplied by the pipe’s finish to the point where it isn’t overly noticeable.

 

Details:

Length: 5.8″ / 147.3mm

Bowl Width: 0.82 / 20.82mm

Bowl Depth: 1.59″ / 40.38mm

Weight: 1.4oz / 40g