***DISCONTINUED*** Peterson 9mm Rosslare Spigot 999 Pipe No.247

• Overall Length: 150mm
• Overall Height: 48mm
• Bowl Height: 42mm
• Bowl Diameter: 34mm
• Bore: 18mm
• Weight: 50g
• Filter: 9mm
• Gift Boxed

The Peterson 9mm Rosslare Spigot 999 is, in every sense, a gentleman’s pipe — fine of finish, rich in heritage, and cleverly fitted for the modern smoker who favours a drier draw. It marries Irish craftsmanship with European practicality, and does so with grace.

The 999 shape, a Rhodesian by pedigree, is one of the most comfortable and versatile bowl profiles in the Peterson stable. Broad and slightly squat with twin bead lines hugging the upper bowl, it offers a generous chamber that suits flakes, rubbed mixtures, and everything in between. The gentle bend in the stem makes for an easy balance — a pipe you can clench comfortably on a long stroll or cradle during a reflective pause.

What sets the Rosslare line apart is its choice of finish — bright, polished high-grade briar, brought to a warm golden glow that reveals birdseye and straight grain in satisfying measure. This isn’t your off-the-rack bowl; each piece shows off the character of the wood like a seasoned publican shows off his best cask.

The sterling silver spigot mount is a nod to a long-standing Irish tradition, and in this case, it’s both beautiful and practical. First seen in 19th-century travel pipes, the spigot system allows the stem to be removed easily, even when warm — ideal for those who like to clean on the go. And with hallmarks proudly stamped by hand in Peterson’s Dublin workshop, it’s a touch of old-world prestige you can feel.

This version is fitted for a 9mm filter, giving it broader appeal to those who prefer a cooler, drier smoke or who enjoy rotating between blends with added smoothness. It takes standard charcoal filters, though you can smoke it just as easily with an adaptor or open draw, if you prefer.

The amber acrylic stem, cast in rich honey tones, rounds out the piece with a warm, vintage character — a fine contrast against the silver and briar. Durable, handsome, and remarkably comfortable at the bit.

Altogether, the 9mm Rosslare Spigot 999 is a rare combination: stately, but practical; classic, but contemporary. It’s the sort of pipe you’d take out for Sunday best — or treat yourself to on a Wednesday, just because life’s too short not to.