Charatan's Make Distinction XL Handmade Restored Briar Estate Pipe For Sale

The British pipemaker Charatan has passed through many different hands over the years. Originally haled as England's greatest pipe maker, Charatan's even sold their pipes to Dunhill in the early 20th century. Eventually the company was sold to Herman Lane, who improved the production quality and marketing. This beautiful pipe come from between 1966-1976, as noted with the script "Made by Hand in the City of London." The stem appears to be a replacement, and has a repair as well, making this a real steal for a great pipe. Please check out all pictures and ask questions before buying.

Heritage Pipe Shop specializes in "pipes with a past." Every pipe has lived a unique life and has a story to tell. The wear a pipe has gained in its life is apatina, a story, its own personal history. Therefore, we do not try to return it to "like new" condition. When you buy a pipe from us, you can expect a "refreshed" pipe:

• The pipe has been thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, ready to smoke out of the box.
• The bowl has been reamed, but we leave enough cake so that you do not need to break it in again.
• Stems have been cleaned and sanitized, and vulcanite stems have been de-oxidized and polished.
• Stems may have some teeth marks.
• When needed, stems are replaced (this will be noted in the description).
• Any repairs made will be noted in the description and/or title.
• The bowl has been cleaned of previous smoking ("ghosting") using the time-tested saltand alcohol method.
• Briar pipes have the char removed from the rim (as possible), and the outside of the pipe has been cleaned, treated with a restoration balm, and buffed with carnauba wax.

Be sure to examine the pictures closely and ask questions before buying. Thanks for shopping with us!