Deals Vintage Prince Standard Lighter - Engraved Brass Wrap, Japanese Kanji, Filigree Engraving - Black and Gold - Working Vintage Lighter
This rare Prince lighter features a stunning design with Japanese kanji and ornate floral filigree engravings. It appears to be engraved into a brass deals wrap with a black enamel background. I believe the single character on the back translates to "blessing" and the two characters mean "happiness and longevity". It is a common blessing that appears in many places in Japanese culture. The kanji have a gold bamboo style border.
The gold and black provide a stunning contrast, and the glossy black finish catches and refracts light in a beautiful way. This lighter is sure to be a conversation starter any time you pull it out to light your cigarette - Or perhaps a unique introduction when offering a light to a stranger.
This lighter is styled after a Ronson Standard, with a very satisfying snappy mechanism. It is an automatic lighter, meaning it ignites when the lever is pushed down, and when it is released the snuffer cap falls, extinguishing the wick.
The lighter is in good working order, with a strong spark and a steady flame. Cosmetically, the lighter is in very good condition. The black finish is smooth and glossy, while the gold colors are bright and flashy. There are some minor scratches in the metal wrap but they do not detract from the overall appearance. The chrome plating has flaked off in a few places, showing the brass base beneath, but it only adds to the history of the lighter. There are other minor surface scratches from regular handling - See pictures for details.
By buying a vintage lighter, you are committing to lowering your carbon footprint. Though they may take more maintenance than a modern disposable lighter, these lighters were meant to be used for a lifetime. They can be refilled with flint and lighter fluid time and time again, the wick and wadding can be replaced when necessary, and are eternally fixable. Buy a reusable lighter, and help cut down on the excess of plastic waste.
Lighter will ship with a flint installed, just remove the large fuel screw, add lighter fluid, and it's ready to light. Due to international shipping law, I cannot include a flint in international orders. No returns or refunds, vintage items are sold as-is. If you have any trouble with the lighter please contact me and I can help you sort it out. Quarter and display stand for scale, not included.
Vintage lighters can be prone to failure. If I list a lighter as working, I will ensure it is in good working order before I ship it, but I cannot guarantee it's longevity. Use only at your own risk. Collecting lighters is a fun hobby, but any type of lighter or firestarter comes with inherent risks. I am not liable for any damages caused by my products. I do not modify lighters in any way, they function as designed by the original manufacturer. Not for sale to anybody under 18. Regardless of function, lighters are sold as collectors items only.