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In 2000, a new D.R. series was launched with stronger grains, called "Flames", and they follow the same criteria, but classified with "flames" instead of stars. | In 2000, a new D.R. series was launched with stronger grains, called "Flames", and they follow the same criteria, but classified with "flames" instead of stars. | ||
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|<center>'''About Especially Selected By'''</center> | |||
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Twice a year, a very special batch was separated to be classified by the company's chairman - only the best pipes among the best were separated for that purpose. This selection began with Alfred H. Dunhill (the exact date is unknown) and ceased with Richard Dunhill. In these situations, additional stamps were applied, which said: "Specially Selected By" and the Chairman's signature. | |||
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File:DRSby.jpg|Richard Dunhill | |||
File:D66-DR-r-BIL.jpg|Alfred Henry Dunhill | |||
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<center>'''Photos for easier understanding:'''</center> | <center>'''Photos for easier understanding:'''</center> | ||