The PPP series is the classic that gave Peterson his absolute breakthrough. There are two patents here. The lip bite invented by Charles Peterson, as well as the “system”: an additional hole below the actual smoke channel in which condensates can collect. Old companies tend to change owners frequently. Tom Palmer went into his well-deserved retirement and the American company Laudisi took over. The owner, Sykes Wilford, is also the world’s largest Peterson customer. Good move! He and his team are absolute pipe freaks. Real nerds, but in the most positive sense. They love pipes, they have a huge amount of know-how and are well connected. Progress is not always happening at the desired American pace, but it is progressing gradually. We are confident that the brand is in the best hands with.