- windproof
- Reliable flint wheel ignition system
- Lifetime guarantee
- Collectable
- Refillable
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Zippo was founded in Bradford, Pennsylvania in 1932 when George G. Blaisdell decided to create a lighter that would look good and be easy to use. Blaisdell obtained the rights for an Austrian windproof lighter with a removable top, and re-designed it to his own requirements. He made the case rectangular and attached the lid to the bottom with a welded hinge, and surrounded the wick with a windhood. Fascinated by another recent invention, the zipper, Blaisdell called his new lighter "Zippo", and backed it with a Lifetime Guarantee. The Zippo windproof pocket lighter is one of the most collectable in the world.
Product Description
Zippo was founded in Bradford, Pennsylvania in 1932 when George G. Blaisdell decided to create a lighter that would look good and be easy to use. Blaisdell obtained the rights for an Austrian windproof lighter with a removable top, and re-designed it to his own requirements. He made the case rectangular and attached the lid to the bottom with a welded hinge, and surrounded the wick with a windhood. Fascinated by another recent invention, the zipper, Blaisdell called his new lighter "Zippo", and backed it with a Lifetime Guarantee.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
A decent little lighter, I lost my old zippo and the 2 days I was without it were pure hell.
I've checked for any signs that it's a forgery, just in case, and I can confirm that I'm pretty sure it's a GENUINE zippo lighter. Just in case you were wondering how to check for a forged Zippo I'll post a few simple points:
1. Dull flat click. When you open and shut your Zippo it should have a nice echoey ping.
2. Brass pins. A genuine Zippo will not have brass pins through the thumbwheel and the lock connecting the insert to the case.
3. Obviously the price, this is pretty much the RRP for a cheap Zippo. Fakes will be cheaper.
You can also check when your Zippo was made by looking on the bottom of the case. The letter on the left will indicate the month (A is Jan, B is Feb etc.) And then the year is on the right. Mine is Jan 2010.
The month and date will also be on the insert (don't worry if the date on the insert doesn't match the date on the bottom, they are often made at different times).
Would Definitely recommend! 10/10 =]
I've checked for any signs that it's a forgery, just in case, and I can confirm that I'm pretty sure it's a GENUINE zippo lighter. Just in case you were wondering how to check for a forged Zippo I'll post a few simple points:
1. Dull flat click. When you open and shut your Zippo it should have a nice echoey ping.
2. Brass pins. A genuine Zippo will not have brass pins through the thumbwheel and the lock connecting the insert to the case.
3. Obviously the price, this is pretty much the RRP for a cheap Zippo. Fakes will be cheaper.
You can also check when your Zippo was made by looking on the bottom of the case. The letter on the left will indicate the month (A is Jan, B is Feb etc.) And then the year is on the right. Mine is Jan 2010.
The month and date will also be on the insert (don't worry if the date on the insert doesn't match the date on the bottom, they are often made at different times).
Would Definitely recommend! 10/10 =]
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
This is my first Zippo Lighter. The lighters I used previously were IMCO (Austrian!) lighters and they are pure workhorses. The Zippo arrived absolutely gleaming like a mirror, but, as one would expect with a solid brass case, after 3 or 4 weeks it's now rather tarnished... that's fine, although I can't find my brasso). The clunk is indeed fantastic. What I would say in comparison with the IMCO lighters is that the Zippo seems to go through fuel quite a bit faster and also that, in my opinion, the wind-shielding properties of the IMCO lighters are superior. Viewed purely in practical terms, the IMCOs are better lighters. That said, you can't beat the Zippo style, the clunk, the ritual flipping and closing of the lid - it does kind of add to the cigarette lighting experience (ha!). Lifetime guarantee with all Zippos, they are built to last! I am 100% happy with this lighter - I bought it simply because I wanted a Zippo!
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This Zippo lighter is my first and as I am a Scout it will serve me well in years to come. So far it has performed well, lighting first time every time. The high poish looks pretty damn good when you first look at it but mine wore off within 1 and a 1/2 weeks of attempting tricks. Not as big or heavy as I first thought it would be, maybe I'll get an Armor type next time. Defo recommended to anyone who fancies a Zippo lighter. :D
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Smoking Hot
A Couple of weeks ago I decided to retire my old Zippo and get something special.I found what I was looking for in this lighter. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Johnny The Barber
A useful impulse buy
Well for starters I don't smoke, but i know a great number of people that do and having this on my person has become more then useful on a night out when they cant find theirs. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Superman
Brilliant little lighter.
Despite what other reviewers seem to be claiming, this IS genuine, has the distinctive 'click' and looks great. I've had it for 2 weeks and it is performing well. Read more
Published 5 months ago by thomjking
good
this product is unbeatable for the price. the only dispointing thing that i would mention wanger is that it dosen't come with any fluid. Read more
Published 6 months ago by : )
Really nice looking lighter, but constantly needs refilling.
I love the look and feel of this lighter, it has a nice clear panel as well - ideal for getting a name engraved. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Nikitine
Not the thing I expected
The main reason I gave such a low review, was that I was not too impressed.
The Lighter Is slightly too big to be able to hold with one hand and open. Read more
The Lighter Is slightly too big to be able to hold with one hand and open. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Taz
Stunning
the hinge is delocate, be careful, needs filling alot, and if left too long the fluid just dries up but it is a great zippo
Published 8 months ago by Killian McAteer
first time buyer
I have never owned one of these lighters before and had been sent an Amazon gift certificate, so I thought I'd take a chance on this item. Read more
Published 10 months ago by customernumbernine
Zippo
This is a replacement for the original which is 20 years old!Zippo is a good quality make that is used every where and well known,This is one of the many designs that Zippo do... Read more
Published 11 months ago by C. I. Smith
It's ok.
This is my first Zippo and, to be honest, I was expecting the quality to be higher. In particular the hinge is very loose and the method used to attach the hinge to the case... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Jules 77
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