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What are Zippo-style lighters called?
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The most well-known design of Zippo-style lighters is called the flint wheel ignition lighter. Some people also refer to them as windproof lighters. In addition to their classic lighters, Zippo manufactures pipe and candle lighters. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern lighters.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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Set of 4 Mint 1950s “Golden Egg” Mini Japanese Lighters by Northern Electric
Located in Vienna, AT
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very large Japanese lighter created by Swank.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Tobacco Accessories
Materials
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Revolver Lighter, 1980s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome lighter is cast in the shape of a revolver. Perfect for any collector of smoking
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Microphone Lighter, 1980s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
accessory and conversation piece. Great tabletop item. Working lighter. Very unusual piece. Made in Japan
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
Colt Handgun Lighter, 1980s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome lighter is cast in the shape of a Colt Combat Commander handgun. Perfect for any
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal
SeaGull Seaplane Lighter, 1970s Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cool vintage table lighter in the shape of a SOC-3A Seagull Plane. This two-place scout observation
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal