Vintage Brass Zippo Lighters: A History | Zippo Lighters: Iconic Windproof Lighters, History & Collectibles

Vintage Brass Zippo Lighters: A History

Zippo lighters crafted from brass represent a significant segment of the company’s production history. These durable and visually appealing lighters offer a unique patina as they age, developing a character distinct from... Read more »
Custom Zippo: A History of the Iconic Lighter | Zippo Lighters: Iconic Windproof Lighters, History & Collectibles

Custom Zippo: A History of the Iconic Lighter

The story of this iconic lighter begins in the early 1930s in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Inspired by an Austrian lighter with a windproof chimney, George G. Blaisdell refined the design, creating a lighter... Read more »
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Custom Zippo Lighter: A History of the Iconic Flame | Zippo Lighters: Iconic Windproof Lighters, History & Collectibles

Custom Zippo Lighter: A History of the Iconic Flame

The story of this iconic American windproof lighter begins in the early 1930s in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Inspired by an Austrian lighter, George G. Blaisdell saw an opportunity to create a more reliable... Read more »
The History of Zippo Lighters: A Legacy of Fire | Zippo Lighters: Iconic Windproof Lighters, History & Collectibles

The History of Zippo Lighters: A Legacy of Fire

The story of the Zippo lighter begins in the early 1930s in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Inspired by an Austrian lighter design, George G. Blaisdell created a windproof lighter with a distinctive hinged lid... Read more »
The Iconic Zippo Lighter: A History | Zippo Lighters: Iconic Windproof Lighters, History & Collectibles

The Iconic Zippo Lighter: A History

The narrative of this iconic lighter begins in the early 1930s in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Inspired by an Austrian lighter, George G. Blaisdell recognized a need for a windproof, reliable flame. He redesigned... Read more »