Description
Though it’s not a shape you readily see everyday, Peterson does a fine job of pulling off a lovely Zulu interpretation with their “268” offering. With its subtle bend, forward canted Dublin bowl, and gentle transition, the classic form exudes grace and poise. It’s an under-represented shape chart standard that — while traditionally seen from English, French, and Irish marques — seems to have an inherent Danish influence, due, in part, to the lack of hard lines, substituted for a languid bend and easy-curling transition.
Peterson’s longest-standing annual release, the St. Patrick’s Day line debuted in 1998. The series is among the marque’s most celebrated and highly anticipated releases, and for the 2025 rendition, Peterson spotlights their esteemed silverwork: embellishing a wide range of their signature shapes with a band of the precious metal. Available across four unique finishes — sandblasted, rusticated, smooth, and Heritage — this line represents the spirit of the Irish marque, and its namesake holiday, with aplomb. This particular example is presented in the rusticated finish and includes a pipe bag made from hand-woven Irish tweed for stylish and festive carry.
Measurements & Other Details
- Length: 5.49 in./139.45 mm.
- Weight: 1.60 oz./45.36 g.
- Bowl Height: 1.78 in./45.21 mm.
- Chamber Depth: 1.39 in./35.31 mm.
- Chamber Diameter: 0.74 in./18.80 mm.
- Outside Diameter: 1.25 in./31.75 mm.
- Stem Material: Vulcanite
- Filter: None
- Shape: Zulu
- Finish: Rusticated
- Material: Briar
- Country: Ireland
