511. “Condenser Work on Your House Pipe,” A Letter from Gary Hamilton to James Walsh
Last Call! THE MOTH DEMONSTRATOR see end of post for ordering Photo by Dan Chasin PPN's limited edition “eclipse”of Moth Demonstrators has almost flown. Thanks everyone for your patience. As she approaches her second retirement, Gigi's work as a librarian has been intense, and she didn't begin sending out invoices until this past Friday. US Price: $15, which includes shipping. If you order more than one, Gigi will combine shipping for you. Outside of ...
510. The 2026 Chicago Pipe Show + Moth Demonstrator PG Event
public service announcement MOTH DEMONSTRATOR PETE GEEK EVENT! See end of post. We began the Chicago show this year with a first-time visit to the legendary Iwan Reis shop in downtown Chicago. If you ever go, take the advice of The Peterson Piper--Josh Sherif--drive to the CTA train station near the Hyatt Regency and take the train in and back. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to drive. Like we did. 'Nuff said? I ...
509. Sébastien Canévet on an Unknown French System Patent Competitor + Chicago Show PG Info
CHICAGO PIPE SHOW Public Service Announcements PADDY LARRIGAN, BROKEN PIPE, TBA We will be honoring Paddy Larrigan at the show this year at some point, who passed away on February 9th of this year. If you have a 20s or a 314 (Paddy's favorite shape), bring it as we raise a bowl of vintage Erinmore (Paddy's favorite blend) for our tribute. Friday @ 10-12am: Bowl Turning--A Virtual Tour at the Factory with Glen Whelan, ...
508. Clive Brook, Cinema’s First System-Smoking Sherlock Holmes
JOIN THE PETE GEEKS IN CHICAGO! Friday, May 1st, 10-12: Glen Whelan and Giacomo Penzo from Peterson will give a presentation on the evolution of bowl-turning at the factory. Friday, May 1st, 2-3pm: Pete Geeks will meet! Several collectors have pledged to bring some of their great Petes, including Lance Dahl, Ken Sigel, Mike Austin, and James Walsh. One of the remarkable things about our tiny in-group of Pete Freeks is how we’re willing ...
507. Going Home to the Chicago Pipe Club for their March Meeting
506. Stuart Whelan, The Thinking Man Down Under
Stuart Whelan CPG is a long-time Pete Geek and one of the handful of pipe smokers who has connected with my philosophical novel The X Pipe. Back in 2020, I contacted him for help establishing the exisstence of a Kapp & Peterson factory in Australia, where its retail outlet was, and when both were operating. He sent me some great information, which I’ll share next time. But this morning, I want to introduce him formally ...
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511. “Condenser Work on Your House Pipe,” A Letter from Gary Hamilton to James Walsh
Last Call! THE MOTH DEMONSTRATOR see end of post for ordering Photo by Dan Chasin PPN's limited edition “eclipse”of Moth Demonstrators has almost flown. Thanks everyone for your patience. As she approaches her second retirement, Gigi's work as a librarian has been intense, and she didn't begin sending out invoices until this past Friday. US Price: $15, which includes shipping. If you order more than one, Gigi will combine shipping for you. Outside of the US Price: $20, which includes shipping.... -
510. The 2026 Chicago Pipe Show + Moth Demonstrator PG Event
public service announcement MOTH DEMONSTRATOR PETE GEEK EVENT! See end of post. We began the Chicago show this year with a first-time visit to the legendary Iwan Reis shop in downtown Chicago. If you ever go, take the advice of The Peterson Piper--Josh Sherif--drive to the CTA train station near the Hyatt Regency and take the train in and back. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to drive. Like we did. 'Nuff said? I call your attention to this magnificent... -
509. Sébastien Canévet on an Unknown French System Patent Competitor + Chicago Show PG Info
CHICAGO PIPE SHOW Public Service Announcements PADDY LARRIGAN, BROKEN PIPE, TBA We will be honoring Paddy Larrigan at the show this year at some point, who passed away on February 9th of this year. If you have a 20s or a 314 (Paddy's favorite shape), bring it as we raise a bowl of vintage Erinmore (Paddy's favorite blend) for our tribute. Friday @ 10-12am: Bowl Turning--A Virtual Tour at the Factory with Glen Whelan, Giacomo Penzo & Mark Irwin This presentation will give... -
508. Clive Brook, Cinema’s First System-Smoking Sherlock Holmes
JOIN THE PETE GEEKS IN CHICAGO! Friday, May 1st, 10-12: Glen Whelan and Giacomo Penzo from Peterson will give a presentation on the evolution of bowl-turning at the factory. Friday, May 1st, 2-3pm: Pete Geeks will meet! Several collectors have pledged to bring some of their great Petes, including Lance Dahl, Ken Sigel, Mike Austin, and James Walsh. One of the remarkable things about our tiny in-group of Pete Freeks is how we’re willing to share what we’ve... -
507. Going Home to the Chicago Pipe Club for their March Meeting
T á C r í o s t é i r i t h e ! Beannachtaí na Cásca oraibh! HAPPY EASTER! APRIL 30TH - MAY 3RD Brad Jarosek from the Arlington Pipe & Cigar Lounge in Arlington Heights, Illinois called me a few months ago and wanted to know if I'd be interested in doing a presentation at the shop for the... -
506. Stuart Whelan, The Thinking Man Down Under
Stuart Whelan CPG is a long-time Pete Geek and one of the handful of pipe smokers who has connected with my philosophical novel The X Pipe. Back in 2020, I contacted him for help establishing the exisstence of a Kapp & Peterson factory in Australia, where its retail outlet was, and when both were operating. He sent me some great information, which I’ll share next time. But this morning, I want to introduce him formally...
