{"title":"Original Charatan pipes","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Online sale of original Charatan pipes Tabaccheria Floppy sale of original Charatan pipes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFloppy store, selling Charatan pipes for true enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Floppy online store offers its customers a truly vast and refined original pipe sales catalogue.\u003cbr\u003e You can buy online directly here as you can visit us in the shop in San Benedetto del Tronto.\u003cbr\u003e Original Charatan pipes, rare unobtainable models often out of production that we rigorously always first clean and sterilize to satisfy the passion of each of our customers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSearch the Charatan models that we present below to get more information about our products.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pipa-usata-charatans-make-london-england-free-hand-relief-extra-large-l-anni-1950-1955","title":"Charatan's Make London England Free Hand Relief Extra Large 'L' Pipe (1950-1955)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVintage pipe Charatan's Make 5*: Freehand Relief Extra Large 'L' (1950-1955 period)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e A Rare Treasure from the Golden Age: The Early Lane Era\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of smoking history: a \u003cb\u003eCharatan's Make Freehand Relief Extra Large 'L'\u003c\/b\u003e pipe dating to the exclusive \u003cb\u003e1950-1955\u003c\/b\u003e period. This example sits squarely on the threshold of the influential \u003cb\u003eLane Era\u003c\/b\u003e , before the brand systematically introduced its signature double-comfort (DC) mouthpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e The Importance of the 'L' Designation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cb\u003e'L'\u003c\/b\u003e mark on this pipe, which stood for \u003cb\u003eLane\u003c\/b\u003e (Herman G. Lane), is a crucial stamp for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eLANE Superior Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Although Lane Limited was fully acquired in 1962, Herman Lane's influence as the exclusive distributor (since 1955) and his demand for the highest quality briar were already well known by the early 1950s. The 'L' designation certifies the use of \u003cb\u003epremium briar\u003c\/b\u003e (LANE Briar), which ensures an excellent smoke and a visually stunning grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eRare Pre-DC Era:\u003c\/b\u003e The fact that this pipe lacks the Double Comfort (DC) mouthpiece places it in a \u003cb\u003etransitional\/pre-Lane\u003c\/b\u003e era that was highly prized for its pure, less standardized workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Aesthetic and Functional Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eShape and Style:\u003c\/b\u003e A magnificent \u003cb\u003eCherrywood Freehand\u003c\/b\u003e with a unique profile. The pipe stands out for its \u003cb\u003eextremely roomy bowl (Extra Large)\u003c\/b\u003e , ideal for long, enjoyable smokes, and a \u003cb\u003elong stem\u003c\/b\u003e that helps keep the smoke cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eFinish and Grain:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb\u003eRelief Sandblasting\u003c\/b\u003e finish is masterfully executed to bring out the \u003cb\u003ebeautiful grain\u003c\/b\u003e of the wood. LANE burl emerges with a deep, three-dimensional texture, a true visual masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eMouthpiece:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with a \u003cb\u003eclassic Charatan's double saddle ebonite mouthpiece\u003c\/b\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eOriginal new, never used\u003c\/b\u003e . Although the pipe is \u003cb\u003e\"Used\u003c\/b\u003e \" (as per the catalog name), the mouthpiece is intact. The overall condition is certified as the highest quality grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Certified Quality Rating (5*)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eQuality (Spinozzi Rating): 5*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The pipe received the maximum score of \u003cb\u003e5 stars\u003c\/b\u003e in the evaluation carried out by Mr. Pierpaolo Spinozzi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The rating is indicative (scale of 1-5 stars) and is based on a meticulous analysis of wear (minimal), the \u003cb\u003esuperior quality of the briar (LANE)\u003c\/b\u003e , the \u003cb\u003econdition of the mouthpiece\u003c\/b\u003e , and the wear on the bowl. The 5* rating certifies the excellence, rarity, and impeccable preservation of this vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eDon't miss the opportunity to add this rarest and most sought-after Charatan's Make 5* icon from the Lane Era to your collection. A true investment for any connoisseur.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charatan's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52062689460561,"sku":"Used-g273","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/7643\/6671\/files\/PipaUsataCharatan_sMakeLondonEnglandFreeHandReliefExtralarge_L_anni_1950-1955_photo_5994680318717708862_y.jpg?v=1759911498"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/7643\/6671\/collections\/13a23b90a03fa044d4eafa3d826b72d5.jpg?v=1630340530","url":"https:\/\/floppypipe.it\/en-eu\/collections\/pipe-originali-charatan\/nuovi-arrivi.oembed","provider":"Floppypipe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}