Clapp Favorite resembles the Bartlett in size and form, but is somewhat smoother, and frequently has a clubbed stem, skin greenish yellow, free of blemishes, often blushed, attractive, the flesh is fairly fine, melting, juicy, some grit at the center, sweet, pleasing, aromatic flavor, rates among the best of the early pears in dessert quality, a little too soft in texture to withstand commercial handling, highly susceptible to core breakdown if left on the tree too long.  On the market August through October.