An attractive, early ripening, large-fruited pear suitable for canning and fresh use. Origin: near Vancouver, B.C., by a Mr. Abrey. Pyrus communis type of unknown parentage. K. Nomura rescued scions from the original tree in 1976 before it was destroyed, after death of its owner. Tree: upright; moderately vigorous; few branches and spurs. Annual bearer; pollen crosscompatible with Bartlett; blooms about 3 days after Bartlett. Fruit: large to very large, 75 to 85 mm in diam., often 110 mm long; pyriform, symmetrical, with wide base and small core; short, fleshy stem. Skin bright yellow with orange-red blush; flesh cream-colored, smooth, melting, juicy, and mild, similar to Clapp Favorite. Ripens 6 days before Bartlett; stores about 12 weeks at lC.
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