{"product_id":"argentina-small-copia","title":"Luxury Torpedo Mate-Artisan Reserve-Hand - Selected Uruguayan Calabash-Cured Leather-Handcrafted Virola-Made in Argentina (large)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is not a mass-produced mate. Each Torpedo Mate is individually handcrafted in Argentina by a highly selective artisan who works slowly and in very limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisan personally travels to Uruguay to select each natural calabash gourd, choosing it for its rounded shape, proportions, and quality. Each gourd is then wrapped in specially selected cured natural leather, resulting in an exceptionally smooth, soft, and refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery section of leather is hand-cut and hand-stitched, including the distinctive base, which is individually shaped to follow the natural contour of the mate.\u003cbr\u003eThe artisan also collaborates with a skilled orfebre (metalsmith) who creates the exclusive ornamental virola. This piece is finished with two engraved brass accent rings, beautifully combining silver and warm golden tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision in Every Detail\u003cbr\u003eEach mate is carefully checked for level, alignment, balance, and symmetry throughout its construction and personally inspected by the artisan before completion.\u003cbr\u003eBecause every calabash is natural and every piece is made entirely by hand, no two are exactly alike. The mate pictured is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003cbr\u003eTorpedo style\u003cbr\u003eHand-selected natural Uruguayan calabash\u003cbr\u003ePremium cured natural leather\u003cbr\u003e100% hand-cut \u0026amp; hand-stitched leatherwork\u003cbr\u003eExclusive handcrafted ornamental virola\u003cbr\u003eDouble engraved brass accent rings\u003cbr\u003eHand-finished leather base\u003cbr\u003eIndividually checked for level, alignment \u0026amp; precision\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Argentina\u003cbr\u003eExtremely limited production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 4.2 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 3.4 in\u003cbr\u003eTop opening: 2.9 in\u003cbr\u003eInterior depth: 2.2 in\u003cbr\u003e(Its generous 2.9-inch opening provides ample space for preparing and shaping the yerba, while the Torpedo silhouette offers a comfortable, beautifully balanced form.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Bombilla shown in photos is for display purposes only and is not included.\u003cbr\u003eNatural variations are part of the beauty and authenticity of each handcrafted calabash mate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVP Munay — More than a mate, a tradition that brings us together. 🧉\u003cbr\u003eMás que un mate, una tradición que nos une.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mates Edgar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45114493567184,"sku":null,"price":154.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4077\/5632\/files\/IMG_9304.jpg?v=1786506276","url":"https:\/\/www.vpmunay.com\/products\/argentina-small-copia","provider":"VP munay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}