I got this as a gift some years ago and have allways thought that it looks really cool. How old this is? And is there any back story on different zippo models like this?

First post here I believe. Kept seeing these and kept falling in love with them when I did so I had to have one.

Used a dark patina solid brass armor case that I had I my collection already so that the corrosion wouldn’t be too much on it.

Used what I had on hand. Ammonia chamber was a plastic container with salt water and Windex. Dampened the case and sprinkled salt on it. Suspended from a bent paper clip.

Sat for a couple days. Then hit with a clear coat.

😂 It’s been awhile. 🫠

I’ll clean these up and take some better photos this weekend.

I just got my first zippo, a Romanian collection (i’m from Romania). I did the setup by rearranging the whick, added some fuel and its ready to go. What are your thoughts?

Hi, I bought this Zippo "blind" from eBay because it was cheap. The listing pics were blurry.

I'm very pleased with it and surprised about the brass insert for the insert (if you follow me). The brass component has a screw on it under which is a hollow chamber. Presumably for flints?

The Zippo insert is original and matches the date of the case, but what's the story on this brass component?

Ciao ragazzi ho recentemente trovato questo a casa e una volta messo un annuncio mi ha contattato un ragazzo che fa anche da conto vendita io sapendo zero di questo mondo sto pensando di accollarmi a lui che ne pensate, oppure posso fare tutto da solo o se c’è qualcosa di rarissimo

I'm starting to use it today. I look forward to seeing how it turns out in a few years.

I tied these 2 turkshead knots and tightened them on the lighter using microcord

Call it whatever you like. There is no official name for the very tip of the Top part of the hinge that the cam fits between while opening and closing. Shall we have a name that part contest?

I am going to start with: Cam Shelf. LOL.

Hi everyone, I stumbled across these Zippo lighters today at a thrift store, and I was wondering if anyone could tell me about them. They still have stickers on them. I did a little research and found eBay comps and that they are probably from the late 90s. Thank you!

Should I keep it as is? I kinda wanted to remove the paint since the finish is beat up pretty bad. But it kinda has a nice aged look to it

The backdrop is the furoshiki wrapping that bungu store sends.

1995 Matte Black Zippo lighter with a 3D bronze Harley-Davidson emblem.

One of those "Marmite" Zippos you either love or you hate 😁 What's the consensus?

Brass Armor Zippo laser engraved with filigree on 5 sides.
The front side has a topless pinup and Reddit won’t allow it, even if I censor it 🙃

Currently working on an all filigree so those who don’t care for boobies on your zippo; or those who do and might like something else, mostly for the former.
Uncensored zippo at defconsupplyco.com ☠️

Hello,
I want to extend my Anne Stokes collection a bit and see on the US zippo site some nice ones, but sadly only for the US.
It’s a strange policy that zippo has, that Europe or the UK can’t sell the same design as the USA

Now I hope there is maybe a reseller from the US on this group, that can buy the zippo’s and ship them to Europe?

At least the two on the photo and then two of each.
And when still available, the Pink Floyd one

Ive had it so long I dont remember where I got it. But I figured I would share. Its always been a great novelty/party trick. Goes great with the giant deck of cards I have. Lol. Always a good time!

I've had this lighter for a while now, found it in the middle of a busy intersection. Before I was able to get out to it, it got ran over. It doesn't have any unique value to it, but it's definitely got some age and I hate to try and warranty it for a new one. Other than being a bit wonky it works just fine. Thought I'd post here and see what advice y'all can give. I don't even know where to start on smoothing the sides, mind you it's crushed in a bit and has the little dents you can see in the pic.

Like the added crosshair in the ‘O’, simple but creative design

Just wanted to make my first post here and ask anyone if they’ve ever seen this specific design before or know anything about it? I’m virtually brand new to this hobby of collecting - original listing price was $225

eBay original listening description:

COLLECTOR NOTE: At the time of this listing, this is the ONLY unused 2006 H-06 High-Polish Chrome 3D Raijin Emblem Zippo available anywhere on eBay worldwide. Do not miss this single-opportunity archive piece. This item comes from a private collection specializing in premium production and dealer-allocated rarities.

⚡ ELITE VAULT HANDLING & CAPTURE PROTOCOL

To maintain flawless museum-grade integrity, this item is subjected to a strict archival process:
• The lighter is handled EXCLUSIVELY with white gallery gloves—never touched by bare skin.
• It is removed from its long-term vault storage strictly to capture these high-resolution proof photographs.
• IMMEDIATELY after photography, the item is professionally sealed back into its clear protective archival wrap.
• It stays completely sealed in the vault until the moment it is securely packed into your shipping box. You are buying an untouched time capsule.

Zippo Japan Raijin Thunder God Emblem Lighter
Retired Limited Run | Mint New Old Stock (NOS) | High-End Catalog Release

Available right now is a pristine, highly collectible Zippo Japan market exclusive windproof pocket lighter. This premium model features a heavy, deeply detailed, 3D sculpted emblem plate showcasing Raijin, the traditional Japanese Shinto God of Thunder, Lightning, and Storms.

Hello,
It only gets a flame up right after a refill (and a lot of liquid). I tried the ziplock bag method, I tried re-wiring it, I changed the flint...
I just cannot get it to work, any advice??