
A Zippo lighter’s wick requires replacement when it no longer draws fuel effectively, resulting in poor flame quality or failure to ignite. A blackened, brittle, or excessively short wick also indicates a... Read more »

Determining the presence of gold plating on a Zippo lighter requires careful examination. Authentic gold-plated Zippos will typically bear markings indicating the karat weight of the gold, such as “14K” or “10K,”... Read more »