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20th Century Novelty Smokers Compendium Plane J A Henckels Germany Circa 1930

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20th Century Novelty Smokers Compendium Plane J A Henckels Germany Circa 1930. A wonderful smokers compendium in the form of an aeroplane by maker J.A Henckels. A beautiful showpiece for the cigar connoisseur or aviator collector. The main body of the plane consists of a hinged compartment for cigars and there is a matching vesta match compartment with a ribbed cap which acts as the striker. In front there is a removable disc shape holder enclosing ashtrays and the propeller acts as a cigar cutter. On the underside there is a slide-off Gondola which has makers marks, J.A.Henckels and attached moving wheels. Manufacture Date 1925-30. This item is in good original condition with miner wear to nickel plating and the interior elements and compartments have all been cleaned and lightly re gilded where necessary. Dimensions; Length: 8 3/4" / 24.5cm Wings: 8 3/4" / 24.5cm Height: 4 1/2" / 11.43cm.
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    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU953428604802
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