Savinelli vs. Peterson

[@bubbz222]

This man has perfected "stirring the pot". I am quite entertained by all of his videos.

[@RyanMullins-b6t]

I’m thankful that I found your channel may god bless you and all you do thank you for your time and know that what you do is appreciated

[@JohnsPipeJourney]

I love both Peterson and Savinelli. I’m just careful as to the models that I buy. When you compared the stems on your first two, you were comparing an Army mount with a Spigot Mount. The army mount has to be thicker to work. The silver spigot has a metal to metal connection. Spigot pipes always have a narrower connection than the other models. They are supported by metal. I totally love my Savinelli’s. I pretty much only buy the 673 - KS or the 320 - KS models. I buy pipes based on their wall thickness. The Peterson’s that I buy are 302s, XL - 02’s. They all have robust bowls. I do not have old and new Peterson’s of the same model so I can’t speak to my experience about that. Yours were definitely getting smaller. I wouldn’t have purchased the 87 because even the old one has a thin bowl. God bless you, my friend. You are making great impact on the Internet.

[@buickgn1897]

Savinelli 320 is my favorite pipe of all time, I have 3 currently, and plan on adding one a year until I have 7

[@PerkinsPipes]

I much prefer a large capacity bowl with stout walls. So glad to hear you mention Richard at The Gatlinburlier. I just met him last week and picked up an Aldo Velani bulldog. He is such a gracious man. He insisted I fill my new pipe with whatever I wanted from his jars and sent me out with the pipe in a velvet bag along with a little case for a half dozen or so pipe cleaners and a tamping tool. Wonderful experience!

[@hisnameisiam808]

6mm or 9mm?

[@JohnsPipeJourney]

I still have not gone to the Gattlin Burleyer . Hopefully one day I’ll get there. Looks like you got some snow. We have a faint dusting here. Love you, brother.

[@PerkinsPipes]

@@hisnameisiam808 It's not filtered.

[@hisnameisiam808]

@PerkinsPipes I'm sorry, I'm new to piping. Do you prefer 9mm or 6mm? I only have corn cobs in the 6mm and I'm curious if a 9 would give me a better smoking experience.

[@hisnameisiam808]

@@PerkinsPipes and I'm not necessarily talking about the filter size even though I do use a filter now and then.

[@jamiepeeler9660]

Not a pipe collector, just a casual smoker. I was introduced to Savinelli years ago and have enjoyed them ever since.

[@hisnameisiam808]

6mm or 9mm?

[@DrewSmokes]

I sold most of my collection in the recent years, Moonshine, Briarworks, Chacom, Peterson and now have almost only Savinelli 320s. I have 1 Peterson, 1 nording, 1 meer, 1 Vauen. 320s are just the perfect pipe for me. I smoke outside only, they are great hand warmers, thick walls, wide bowl for flavor, if i need a shorter smoke i dont fill it fully and thats it. I have 6 of em and more coming.

[@bryanwalters9574]

I thought I was a Peterson guy until I bought a Savinelli 315 KS, regimental series. Became my all time favorite right away!

[@MrJakedog104]

Started smoking this year with a cheap ren fair pipe. I quickly learned how low quality it was and started looking for nicer ones. Picked up an estate Savinelli 677ks saturnia, been smoking it for the last 6 months now. I absolutely love it. I think I'll probably stick to estate pipes over new ones, never know what you'll find!

[@pipesmoker956]

I'm not a pipe collector. My corn cob is just fine. As I mentioned before I have a total of five pipes that's all I need. Thank you for your opinions, and I enjoyed looking at your pipes.

[@papiper7773]

Always enjoy your video's Alan.

[@jasonkelsey3441]

Last year I purchased a Savinelli Punto Oro 145 KS- beautiful pipe!

[@KG5SNU]

When I first started about 7 or 8 years ago, I looked for pipe and tobacco advice (and good conversation) from youtube and discovered two of the finest men, Muttnchop Piper and Matches860, who introduced me to Savinelli. I became addicted to those sandblasted Autographs, 5 or 6 in the collection now. They are indeed an outstanding pipe. I also picked up a Boswell or two based on your recommendations. Almost 7:30 est, might head over to Boswell and take a peek Lol. I really enjoy your channel.

[@JohnMcGrathManInShed]

I'm Irish so I am completely biased, but you can buy large bowl thick walled Peterson's . My only problem is I can buy all the pipes I want but can't get any tobacco. There is nowhere left in Ireland that keeps good stock.

[@johncooley2725]

I'm Irish also and not alone is it hard to get pipe tobacco but the price of it is extortionate,laden with Gov Tax!

[@emrekaplan377]

ı know that pain ım from turkey and pipe tobacco is illegal in here . not tobaco only pipe tobacco is illegal . and we have some good latakia in here

[@JojoBee-w1k]

John love the channel also, fellow Irish man here, your spot on about the tobacco, although recently tried Mick Macquaid in a new Peterson's seconds pipe first thoughts are fantastic, bought in Cahill's of Limerick. Lady told me they are no longer able to sell loose tobacco.

[@JohnMcGrathManInShed]

@JojoBee-w1k Foxes anniversary and campanile are also very good but its €40 a tin.

[@captaintinkle]

Can't you order online from the UK or is it miles to expensive in shipping these days ?

[@HEisWorthy-4C]

Something about a pipe with substance & robust feel & design. And, love the rusticated finish as well. Your beard looks really nice too. Good to have you share on this snowy, blustery day in Missouri. We love seeing you!!

[@HegoDamask114D]

Looks like the new camera is up and running. Looking good!!

[@thepipecottage3301]

It’s nothing too special, just a little work in progress.

[@Vahan210]

Im relatively new pipe smoker. I been looking to buy new pipe. I'm just glad this video just came up on my feed. I was leaning towards savinelli pipes and this just confirmed my choice. Thank you.

[@mikereese15]

Love the overall look and style of savinelli. My most beautiful pipe to me is my savinelli smooth miele 626.

[@wiggawithattitude]

Fairly new to pipe smoking here. I got the 2022 Savinelli St Nicholas straight billiard for my first briar, and whilst it's walls aren't particularly thick, the finish is lovely. Then I wanted to pick up some Petersons but also trying to save a little money, so I picked up a couple of estate kapets from eBay, and they are amazing. I can't place the exact era but they are pretty old, and the quality is amazing. There's probably a shrinkflation aspect to this, same as everything else these days, although I couldn't explain how that would work with pipe manufacturing.

[@jacobfriddle147]

Just picked up my first Peterson, an estate pipe. Seems to be a fine quality piece!! Also picked up some of your recommended Cult Blood Red Moon. Excited to try them both. Happy New Year!

[@brcage]

Yes, Peterson pipes are my fav! No complaints here, also he could have just picked up a bigger pipe. The new pipes are just as fine as the old, just depend on which series you purchase.

[@jeffmather3916]

Purchased my first Boswell last night. Can’t wait to light it up!

[@billdozier72]

I just received a Savinelli 316 Roma KS for Christmas. I couldn't be happier.

[@priestofpartagas]

+1 for vintage Pete's! Ive noticed that QC on stamping and hallmarks recently as well - even on the high grade / Newgrange Spigot line. I believe the Pete Christmas is a Military Mount rather than a Spigot- though the second Pete you showed was a Spigot. Military mounts lack the metal fitment on the stem. Appreciate the content and candor, Doctor H!

[@lostball7061]

Had the exact opposite experience. First two Savinelli pipes I bought got two hot to hold so I trashed them. And my cadence is so slow I am always relighting constantly. So I got my first Peterson because of it and haven’t gone back. Keep it up, I enjoy hearing how different experiences affect everyone’s preferences in taste.

[@BasedWinduuu]

Did you actually throw them away or is trashed them a way of saying gave them away

[@thelopeshousehold]

As a female pipe smoker - there is a market for the more "delicate" looking pipes! It looks silly for me to be holding some huge, chunky pipe. The smaller straight pipes look more feminine.

[@chrisl4471]

You need to do a video on female pipe smokers, there are many out there they are a great community, and a niche market that can be expanded. Perhaps you can be a guest non the pipe cottage❤

[@donmorrissey1453]

I see your point Allan. There's a huge difference in both pipes. Unfortunately it looks like Peterson is cutting costs and making them cheaper but still charging over priced prices. You should see Chris Herriot's pipes. They look absolutely amazing and they are all hand made. They called Herriot pipes

[@zachallen6350]

Great video! A good amount of educational topic as well as some of your own thoughts and insight!

[@jackstarnes1753]

I don't smoke a pipe but I love the aroma of one. I think for a beginner pipe smoker this is the best video you've posted. You have some beautiful pipes.

[@ronnieadams6330]

Hey Allen! I see you trimmed the beard back. Looking dapper again!😁 I miss the Pipe Cottage opening scene with the music, but I'm glad you've done a pipe content video. During the Holidays, I took a really bad fall down some stairs and have been bound to a recliner.🙄 So I went back and watch all of your old videos. Great videos and story telling on the history of the Old South! Happy Smoking Brother!

[@PaisanVinnJK]

I have a Savinelli 614 bent billiard from their Champagne collection that I bought at Nat Sherman Tobacco shop in NYC back in the early 2000’s and I love it. I had an ebony Peterson system standard that I loved but was stolen. My wife tried to find a replacement but was unsuccessful, so she got me a Peterson Spigot but it’s got a pretty hefty bowl. I enjoy smoking both.

[@EJGentleman]

Great discussion and view of two large makers of pipes. I have to agree some, not all, of the newer Peterson's are too thin and small compared to their original desing. I have an Peterson Estate Pipe that is longer and heavier than it's current pipe. I recently got a Killarney XL90 that is meatier and closer to the original size, There are a number of nice factory pipes out there including Rattray's, White Elephant, and Chacom, that are good for beginners as well. I have a few Boswell's myself and they are superb. All the best to your and your family. Happy New Year.

[@Curt_Kobain]

I’ve purchased a few Chacom pipes recently. Great in my opinion. I also have a Savenelli 316 KS coming. Same as the one u showed on this video.

[@ivannovosiolov8484]

Sooo. One of my pipes is that specific red Peterson with the Dracula finish. And This is the one I smoke the most right now. It's light, compact and the cup is smaller, which serves my purpose, as I'm on the road or on my way a lot, while also very much time limited. For me this pipe works the best. I agree on the part that the cup gets too warm sometimes, but it is still very comfortable to use vs Nording, for example.

[@MillennialCodger]

Very interesting comparisons. I am however quite disappointed there were no folksy tangents.

[@jameslong4929]

I think this video was shot in a Cracker Barrel. This accent is highly questionable to me as well. Me being a WV mountain boy. Sub stack? Costello? This dude ain't a redneck. I had no idea people were Larping rednecks.

[@Roh_Echt]

I started one year ago and bought 22 briar pipes to date. But of the Peterson and Savinelli pipes I collected, when I receive them and I compare those two, I see: minor defects, crooked mouthpieces and one collapsed mouthpiece (a pipe cleaner couldn't go through), and I am seeing just a poorer quality of pipe with the Peterson pipes. I've even returned three of them. Now...I did buy two Peterson pipes in the mid 90's, when I briefly tried smoking pipes, and those were very nice. I wish I still had those two.

[@whylikedatone]

Recently got 1 tankard with a crooked stem with a draught hole drilled out of center and am unable to return. No more Peterson pipes for me.

[@Roh_Echt]

@@whylikedatone I did return three, but I still have two other Peterson pipes with tight airways in the mouthpiece (almost impossible to pass a cleaner through)...and another with a slightly crooked/off-axis mouthpiece. It just seems either Smokingpipes receives factory seconds...or Peterson's quality is gone way down; for the sake of mass production.

[@libbyd1001]

Enjoy my Savinelli 673 immensely. It was my first pipe and it smokes amazingly well. My Peterson 15 is tiny in comparison, but in fairness, my Peterson System Standard Heritage (303) P-Lip, is substantial and a favorite of mine too.

[@fivevs1]

I might live about 45 minutes away from Washington, Missouri, but I promise you I am not biased in what I’m about to say. I think if you’re gonna go with the factory pipe, the best one is one of the $20 and up pipes you get from Missouri meerschaum. at that level, you get a cob with some contrast staining usually and significantly better stem. And they're lightweight and they always smoke well.

[@archtopp1]

I've never owned a Peterson but i have 2 Savinelli pipes that are beautifully made and smoke wonderfully. I would look at Savinelli pipes should i want another.

[@ref6122]

I like both brands equally for different reasons.

[@Delta_Piper]

Check out the Peterson Emerald Rusticated pipe. Seems more robust than others. I really like the 673 btw. Might order one soon since I have no Savinelli’s in my collection. I enjoy your videos. Thank you good Sir.

[@juanjojackorion5938]

Hola. Soy español y me encantan las fos marcas, pero me quedo con mis Peterson sistema de los 80 fuman maravillosamente, y me encanta su forma. Saludos desde España.

[@JML61576]

My regular rotation includes half a dozen Sav 614s and a Sav Dry System 1611 Ex, 4 Pete XL315s, a Pete XL05, and 2024 Christmas pipe. So, yeah, I’m a fan of both. I will say, though, that non XL Pete’s tend to be a bit small in the bowl for my tastes

[@shellbackbeau7021]

I enjoy my Missouri Meerschaum Corncob Churchwardens. I can smoke the same bowl 3 times in an eight hour period.

[@georgesilverhawkstrailcame2297]

I found myself in agreement with just about everything you touched on here. I like Savinelli for the same reasons. I also almost always prefer the rusticated and sandblasted finishes.

[@ostekuste3646]

I have both Peterson and Savinelli pipes and enjoy both. I’ve had most of the Petersons for a few years or they were old stock when I bought them, so don’t know much about the new ones. All the Savs are nice and chunky. I don’t buy many pipes anymore as I have more than I ever need and am trying to cellar more tobaccy now. I now try and look more at artisan pipes that fit my style and are one-offs. They mean much more to me that way. They are slowly replacing most of my factory pipes in the rotation. That said, one of my favorites is an old GMB Rhodesian from the 1960s that I restored. It’s my go to when I’m out in the woods.

[@CollinB_EDC]

I have to add a Savinelli to my collection! But i will say that my rusticated peterson pub pipe I bought last year is positively stout and it has a huge bowl which I can pack full or not, and very thick walls. Fits great in the hand. Currently my favorite pipe.

[@jonathonpriest]

I'm a Savinelli guy, but I can see how a slimmer, smaller bowl might be easier to clench.

[@ck-wg2hm]

I didn’t smoke both yet, but your refugium is very nice

[@DavidG-qe7yn]

The answer is whichever one I'm smoking at the time! 😊

[@nomo9344]

I can't speak to either, given my bias towards a Missouri Meerschaum. Easy on the wallet, and a surprisingly cool smoke. Looks like you took the beard down a few notches!

[@davidhunt3151]

I've found the same thing with both Peterson & Savinelli. But even better than the latter is Brigham. I have a dozen or so of them now, and they're far and away my favourites -- and at a great price. Their maple inserts also lead to a cooler, more flavourful smoke.

[@doc6806]

My Grandad always said the man who dies with the most pipes wins. Smoking of course, not just collecting to sit on shelf or in a cabinet or chest. I have so many it is hard to smoke them all but I try to get all in rotation sooner or later.

[@astrogeezer5738]

I've been pipe smoking just a few months and have just bought my first quality pipe. I decided on a Savinelli 310 Regimental Poker...phew! Glad I did!

[@SnyperMac1]

You know i got lucky a couple years ago and picked up a Boswell Freehand on ebay for like $75 CAD and it is probably my best smoking pipe currently

[@stephensmith4480]

I suppose you could apply that comparison to most things today. The fact of the matter is, company's want maximum profit for minimum outlay, which only results in an inferior product. If you can still get that old school quality for not a lot of extra Money then you are onto a winner and a company like that deserves to succeed.

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

I must agree with you on the sliding quality of Peterson. All my old Peterson's are good quality and smoke well. I purchased a Dracula about a year ago and it isn't the same quality. I did get a new Sherlock Holmes Watson last year and it is really good. I do like my Savinelli pipes and they are very good quality.

[@PaulLundblad]

I went to a pipe show recently fully intending to walk out of there with my very first Peterson. I ended up coming home with a Savinelli 673. Unfortunately none of the Petersons quite did the trick for me. All of them seemed too puny except for the Deerstalker which was a bit too big for my tastes. I generally don’t prefer larger bowled pipes, but there’s something to be said about a pipe feeling robust or not, regardless of the depth of the bowl. In that regard Savinelli seems to take the cake.

[@nathanpiatt5001]

I don't yet have a savinelli, but I think my next pie will be a savinelli. They have a starter set for ~$70 that includes a pipe, pouch, and pipe tool, and that's pretty enticing to me to be able to pick up a quality pipe, a spare tool, and a pouch like I've been wanting at a very reasonable price point. So far I have a Missouri Meerschaum, a Peterson, and a wonderful Ropp pipe that my wife got me for Christmas.

[@TheNewMediaoftheDawn]

Rossi is Savinelli’s discount line, might even be able to find cheaper in case you didn’t know. I also think Sav makes Brigham now too.

[@eg4522]

I couldn't agree more! Being Anglo-Irish, I should probably prefer Peterson, but I adore my Savinelli 111.

[@WhiskeyNGuns52]

If you look at my collection of pipes, you’d think I’m a Peterson pipe fan, but Savinelli would get my vote between the two. Peterson comes out with their pipe of the year, St. Patrick, and Christmas pipes that hook me, but the quality is so shotty with Peterson. All of my Savinelli pipes have been perfect.

[@coolet5]

I agree wholeheartedly about Peterson. It`s my go-to pipes but the quality control lately has been outrageous.

[@69Harveyb1]

Our tastes evolve (pardon the pun). Lately I've been pondering similar styles. Fatter bowls and rusticated stummels. Although stems can be svelte, that's alright with me. Enjoyed hearing your take and seeing a few of your collection. Thank you

[@hoops_woodworking]

I have purchased one of each. I'm fairly new to pipe smoking. I' m much happier with the savinelli. It smokes better with a nicer, smoother draw. If that makes sense.

[@adampezdek9320]

Alan, quick comment is that you are comparing apples and oranges. Long comment is your Savinelli is a 673KS, the KS meaning "King Sized," and it's a Rhodesian. You're comparing it to a Peterson 87, which is a Straight Apple. Of course the Savinelli is gonna be bigger and more stout, especially because it's a KS. If you compare the Savinelli 673KS to the Peterson Rhodesian, which is the Peterson 999 you'll find the Peterson is a bit longer, 9mm to be exact, the Peterson actually weights 5 grams more. The bowl height is exactly the same. Yes the Savinelli outer wall is 6mm wider and the bowl is 4mm deeper, but the bowl diameter is 2mm smaller. And yes, the walls on the Peterson are a bit thinner than the walls of the Savinelli, but that's because the Sav is a King Size and the Peterson isn't. And then you go on to compare the Petersons to the Savinelli Autograph! Of course your average person would prefer a Sav Autograph to a Peterson Classic Range, as you said, the Sav Autograph is three times the price! But if you ask some if they'd prefer three Peterson Classics or one Savinelli Autograph, I bet you'd get a fair amount of folks wanting three pipes instead of one. Anyways, I've rambled. I usually enjoy your content, but found this one to be a bit disappointing. It's like you're saying, I think Chevy trucks are much better and higher quality than Ford trucks and then comparing a Silverado to a Maverick.

[@thelopeshousehold]

Agree - the pipes chosen were in no way compatible designs.

[@LawrenceCaldwellAuthor]

Savinelli versus Peterson? How dare you, sir! Joking aside, I'm half Italian so I always feel a certain loyalty toward Italian brands for that reason. I have some Peterson pipes and some Savinelli. I've got a pretty chunky Peterson 106 Tyrone, but my best smoking pipe is my rusticated Savinelli Roma 920KS. As I watch this video I'm smoking my Savinelli Tortuga 614 full bent. It collects a lot of moisture, so I tend not to reach for this one too much. Sir, it's a great video, but I wish you were puffing away during all this. Happy New Year!

[@Philip_Taylor]

I admire some pipes from both makers, but for me it really depends on the individual pipe. I'm looking for consistent workmanship, clean examples, and pleasing wood grain.

[@TheHelionOmega]

i see the robustness in the 2018, i saw part of the inside ring in the bowl, better insulation. i see what your talking about.

[@BrentMB79]

I just started collecting... I was talking to Mark Tinsky the other day.. what a master craftsman! He makes my favorite pipes along with some boswell. I have several unnamed pipes and a few LaRocca. I was under the impression that peterson and the savinelli were now owned by the same company

[@carlhuffman454]

I am a retired school teacher and am not rolling in money. If I want a better pipe, I usually buy estates. I'm partial to Radice, Mastro Geppetto, and Ascorti. I do have one Caminetto. The bulk of my small collection (35 or so) is made up of Savinellis. I now have four Petersons, but I only smoke three of them regularly. In fact, my most recent purchase was Peterson 86. I absolutely hate p-lips. All in all I think Savinelli suite me better than Petersons.

[@LukeEdwards-x8c]

I like Savinelli’s and pretty much my entire pipe rotation is from the Italian brand. I bought a Peterson once - Irish harp - lovely looking pipe, but was not happy with the fit and finish - the filter kept shuttling in it for one thing 😢 never happens with my filter Savinelli’s 😊

[@christophergilbert4338]

I like both, but I agree with you. I thought the 2024 Peterson Christmas pipes were beautiful, but I did not purchase it. The reason was that everyone I looked at was half the size of the other ones I own. I just couldn't talk myself into it. I bought a 320 ks St. Nicholas instead. I bought my wife a Savinelli 642 Vigna. If I come across a Peterson made from a bigger piece of briar, I'll probably buy it. I have a Peterson 2018 Christmas pipe in the 03 shape. It was probably my second pipe. I have only been in the hobby for about two years now.

[@omolasobush6845]

I'm also bias on certain pipes that I myself have purchased. Savinelli, Peterson and also nording.

[@fivevs1]

One of my biggest complaints with Peterson is the stain rubs off on your hand for like the first six months that you own and smoke that pipe. That didn’t happen 10 years ago. I don’t know when it started, but my older Peterson pipes and never had that but all the newer ones have had that problem.

[@jonathanwysong627]

Started pipes about a month ago. A corncob was first and I will probably like them for a long time. Then I got a Savinelli Pulcinella and a Vauen Azzurro after a few gigs (and a raise at work). I have a Morgan Bones and a Stanwell P&C 25th anniversary bent egg on the way. For me at the moment, looks of the pipe (shape and color) are most important, and so those two brands have captured my attention the most at the moment. Petersons look classic (and I like that), but maybe they seem a bit boring to me compared to the others.

[@HosannaHomestead]

I’ve not had the pleasure of smoking either brands, however I just purchased my first Peterson pipe. Savinelli would be my next planned pipe purchase aside from a Paronelli. It looks like Peterson is doing similar quality as Dr Graybow from the looks of it.

[@MartinSteele-z3k]

I had a Peterson gifted to me with a military bit that did not fit into the shank. I still haven't smoked it. I bought a decent Rossi bent apple and it is hands down my favorite.

[@GarethHampton]

I've not had good experiences buying new production Peterson's. I've bought 2, and both of them had quality issues. (I have a old estate Peterson, which seems to be a much higher quality pipe.) I have been much happier with the new Savinelli's that I have bought. One had an odd burn out issue that started in under two smokes, but it was replaced. I've bought many more Savinelli's than Peterson's.

[@andrewwomble2722]

I've been burned a couple of times with buying Peterson pipes online. The Dracula series like you have is one of them. The briar is of the same quality as a $50 basket pipe. I do have some good Petersons that I have bought over the last 2-3 years but they are ones that I bought from a brick and mortar where I could touch it with my own hands.

[@Patf1968]

I’m with you on this topic. Savinelli all the way.

[@YankeeGrandma-2015]

I’m Irish-Italian, win-win!

[@jasondreiling568]

Well…..I think you hit it on the head. I have several new pipes……both 673ks’s. One in the St Nicholas and the other in the Tortuga as you showed in this video. I also have a new B10 Peterson just arrived and the Drac in an 01. I do see the differences between each manufacturer. I love my Petersons. My 87 is perfect….buts it’s old and I restored it lol. I buy estate Petersons usually. Like all things today it seems…..manufacturing cost is the concern for all things manufactured. I’m history minded as I think most pipe smokers are so I will naturally gravitate to the old proven items. What did Tolkien or CS Lewis smoke? That’s what I want…..Heck….my favorite watch is even mechanical from Hamilton. I would rather restore or reburbish an old, used item made with quality and care than buy a new, “cheaper to make” item….pipes included. Now of course this doesn’t included artisans…..but until I’m buying $300+ artisan pipes…..it’s old stock for me:):) Thanks for the video kind sir!

[@TerryDavey-lo5ke]

I would like to know who makes the bowls for them, I think the information is out there, and I also think their quality control has suffered severely in the last 10 years. I’ve just never really wanted to hold their hand. I’ve tried everything from system to tankards I think they are assembled in Ireland, but I don’t think they’re actually manufactured there but then again I don’t know no one seems to know who does the same for Dunhill but it sure as hell ain’t Dunhill anymore and yet people are still paying $700 for these pipes I do believe the water supply in this country has been spiked with LSD

[@anthonybeasley6014]

What are your thoughts on a Wessex 612 Prince? Great video, I thoroughly enjoy your videos on pipes. Thank you for your time!

[@Kentuckyhighlandpiper]

I have been collecting since 1988, with well over 200 pipes now. Roughly 40% are Peterson, 20% Savinelli - spanning production from the 1950’s until now. What you say about the brands, I find to be largely true. I am drawn to the historic aspects of Peterson with a soft spot for the Mark Twain series.

[@keyslapper]

I don't have a Peterson, but the one Savinelli I own has been a little disappointing. The dye immediately left It's mark on my hand, and the stem was almost too loosely fitted to take my hand off the bowl. I was able to improve the stem by swabbing a little water in the stem port a few times. Not nice and snug, but better. My favorite is one my wife bought me for Father's Day from The Catholic Pipe Company, one of the Common Sense Crusade pipes made for Father Calvin Robinson. It's beautiful, and I love smoking it.

[@loganbutler1016]

Love Peterson tobacco, but I have to say it is much better in another pipe. I just don't like the P-lip or system pipes. Of the several pipes I use regularly, I only ever have moisture issues in the Peterson pipes. The only pipe I ever had crack was a Peterson.

[@Cythuru]

Does the book club include any of the books/essays? I plan on joining a few days prior to the 20th but i need to also order the first book if not.

[@Redefine01]

100% agree more briar is going to result in better insulation an a cooler smoke. The 673 is a great bargin in comparison to the 'Dracula' line. You get a Balsa filtered experience and award winning dapper design. The Peterson Plip System pipes and Sherlock Holmes Lestrade, Strand, House/Pub and Bent Apples really do shine for the money and would rank them better than the 673. There are a couple Savenelli Long Pipes that I wouldn't recommend to anyone for any reason as they do not provide the briar to buck ratio I would want and smoke hotter than hades.

[@andrewgonzalez9460]

Great video! I prefer the variety offered by Savinelli myself. Do you have any advice for keeping pipes clean and odor-free for those of us who have people who don't like the burnt smell?

[@1122stardust]

Savinelli is more of a clean pipe. Pristine. More elegant shapes due to Italian influence. Even the Rossi line is fantastic. Better acrylic as well.

[@Georges_Jacques_Danton]

The problem of ‘brand inertia’ is demonstrated well here

[@thehogjazz7598]

Savinelli is the best, period. The 673 is my favorite!

[@jamievann9952]

I have 3 Savinelli's in my collection. I bought 1 Peterson christmas a couple of years ago. The fit and finnish is so poor that I've never used it. I probably should have sent it back, but I'm the kind of guy who just won't buy another.

[@ChristinaCleghorn-n3t]

I like both, but Savinelli seems to build a more stout one. Honestly though, I like my Missouri cobs best… and they are fun to customize!

[@malcolmlawrence-d3u]

Have you tried a Peterson 302 system pipe? That’s really solid. I’ve got Savinelli pipes as well and I like them too.

[@EthanHaddad7]

My experience is quite opposite, the one Peterson pipe I have is much thicker than the 2 savinellis I own (and I would do anything to get my hands on one of those 87 draculas!!!)

[@jahmama8652]

Chiming in before getting your pick...Personally, I prefer Savinelli. Similar price-range, but at least for me the Savs are better fit & finish.

[@xnihilo64]

Wife got me a beautiful sterling-silver spigot in Irish green. Stunning out of the box. Within a year it lost all its color. Very disappointed in Peterson. Savinelli man myself.

[@ronnie5979]

I just got started smoking a pipe. Less than a year. I want a better pipe. Don't know what to get. What are your suggestions?

[@surfrat8884]

Agree on the Peterson. They factory pipe bowls seems thin. Also the quality doesn’t seem the same as Savinelli. And I do love the Peterson designs and own about 10.