This is a Heavy Duty, "Armor" version of the classic Zippo that guys have carried for generations. Made in solid, high polished brass for a timeless, classy look. Mine lives mainly in my "smoking room" so it doesn't get beaten up or scratched. For a hard use version I'd go for the brushed finish in either brass or chrome to hide scratches - but still in the thicker walled "Armor" version. Zippo recommends the user install new wicks in an "S" pattern around the rayon balls that hold the fluid but, for some reason, they don't come from the factory set up this way. The wick is curled up underneath all the rayon. Before the first use, remove the flint screw and spring, felt pad and the rayon balls from the main compartment (the balls behind the flint tube can remain in place), then replace them while weaving the wick between each one. Replace the felt pad, flint, flint spring and screw. Now it's ready to fill up with fluid. I always keep a few spare flints underneath the felt pad for replacements away from home. I carried a Zippo many years ago in the mid 90's but got out of the habit after a few years. I've recently gone back to carrying them.Read full review
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Picked this particular Zippo because I wanted a special gift for my son's Birthday - one he could use for all his life. He absolutely loves it & plans to get it specially engraved. I've reccomended that my sister get one for her husband's birthday too! An extra plus is the handsome leather pouch. Even if you don't smoke - this will be a beautiful gift to cherish.
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Very nice design on this deep carved armor brass lighter. It's quality is nothing less than you'd expect from zippo.
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The best!
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