CHARATAN'S MAKE Distinction

CHARATAN’S MAKE Distinction

England, 1960-70s

A very well-preserved example of the craftsmanship of Charatan’s carvers from the so-called “second Lane period” — spanning from the mid-1960s to the mid-1970s. Among the range of Charatan’s Distinction line, this piece confidently holds a high position—surpassed only by the top-tier Selected and Supreme grades.

Pipe markings “L”, “CHARATAN’S MAKE \ LONDON. ENGLAND \ DISTINCTION”, “MADE BY HAND”
Length 15.0 cm (5.9″)
Bowl Height 4.8 cm (1.89″)
Outside Diameter 3.4 cm (1.34″)
Chamber Diameter 1.8 cm (0.71″)
Chamber Depth 4.3 cm (1.69″)
Weight 39 gr.

Briar, vulcanite stem, no filter.

The pipe is not for sale. It was restored to order and has already started a new life in a new cozy home.

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