My buddy bought this pipe in China town because of the cheap price tag on it and the unique look. We can't find anything on this pipe anywhere (as we expected) but thought I'd throw it on here to see if anyone knows about.
I've never heard of Futang, but I've heard of Tarquin Fin-tim-lin-bin-whin-bim-lim-bus-stop-Futang-Futang-Olé Biscuitbarrel...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4khxeru5hs
I hate to break it to your friend, but it's garbage. An affront to all real pipes.
If people stop buying these things, maybe they'll stop making them.
Yeah, I don't like these things.
Any new pipe selling for less than $25 that isn't a corn cob pipe should be avoided. I'd recommend stocking up on some corn cobs, some basket pipes made of briar when you start out if you or your friend is low on cash.