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From: Walt Vogdes
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The so-called "black handle" is a means of identifying otherwise unidentified Marzi & Remy steins, many of which are unmarked. I prefer the term "black saddle handled" stein, as it is more descriptive of the trait being noted, i.e., a small portion of the top part of the handle around which the strap is generally affixed. This portion of the handle may take different shapes, but it is an identifying trait for this factory.