![]() Any naphtha lighter that I have seen, this same apparatus is fit with a hole through which the wick is inserted. Most naphtha lighters have an enclosed case or removable insert that holds the fluid. In that case, you’re not really putting yourself in any danger changing a flint. While piezo electric ignitors are common, butane lighters are sometimes sparked by the same flint systems as naphtha lighters. Pressurized butane fueled lighters can provide challenges that make it hard for me to recommend doing much work on them, especially if you’ve yet to master the simpler naphtha lighters. Occasionally, a particular company tweaks an idea, adds an element or otherwise improves and builds upon the designs that came before it. There are countless iterations from unfathomable numbers of manufacturers that were promoted by salesmen, sort of like vape batteries in the current medical cannabis market. If you can manage to work a screwdriver and possibly a drill, then you can perform these basic tasks all by your lonesome. The same elementary mechanics are employed in most vintage lighter repair and service projects. I am however, currently infatuated with Champ Austria, mainly because of the flip-up wind cage design. I don’t have any complaint with Zippo, I love them. I’m writing this article from the standpoint of service on and repair of your basic flip-top Zippo/Ronsonol fuel(naphtha) petrol type lighters. ![]() They hadn’t considered you had to put fuel in it.) Flip-Top Petrol “ Zippo” Type Lighters This article was prompted by an EBay customer who wanted a refund on the 1930s era brass/glass lighter they purchased because they didn’t believe it was in “working order” when they unwrapped it and it would not light. We are a green company, so we recycle, reduce, & reuse.A basic understanding of flint/wick lighters. We only ship to confirmed paypal addresses. Please email for combined invoice before paying to use this feature. Combined handling is $1.00 for the USA and $2.00 for International, total. ![]() Payment is expected in 4 days unless arrangements have been made, such as with items combined into one box. ![]() 3 weeks to 3 months for arrival & customs. Attention International buyers: If using First Class Mail International, be aware that this service does not provide tracking or insurance. We describe any flaws, but buyers should expect item is not new! Some minor scuffs or surface wear is normal for used or vintage condition. We sell used & vintage items and these are secondhand and sometimes decades old. We buy items from auctions, estate sales etc, so we cannot say if item came from smoke/ pet free home. The second photo makes it look like it is missing finish on the bottom, but it's just the lighting.* Size: 1 5/8" x 1 3/4" x 1/2" to easily fit in a pocket!* Weight of item without shipping box or packaging: 4 ounces Free Fast First Class Mail Shipping in the 48 States!! Check out my other items ! Be sure to add me to your favorites list !Please email with questions. Vintage JJJ Centurion Butane Piezo Electric Lighter, no flint, no batteries, no wick needed, just butane lighter fluid.* Condition: Works perfectly with a few slight scuffs that you would have when an item is used.
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