How Zippo Lighters Are Made | The Making Of

[@davebrunero5529]

My grandfather found a Zippo on Normandy Beach during the invasion. He kept it with him during the war, though he never smoked. Today that Zippo lighter is a prized family heirloom.

[@isaiah1605]

Maybe the lighter of a fallen soldier. Keep on to that lighter for generations. It could be the last surviving memory tied to that person.

[@Fosi94]

Yeah, it's for someone who got fucked up I'm 100% sure ​@@isaiah1605

[@3ckstermus]

Im not a smoker but i bought a zippo just because i like the clicking sound. ASMR

[@unicornajmg5078]

Same

[@Murrel.]

@@sparshraj6760 thats something I would do

[@jmelara324]

“I always keep a lighter in my back pocket. I don’t smoke, I just like certain rock songs”- Demetri Martin

[@edenassos]

That's what I do, mine is fully gold even the lighter itself and when someone asks me if I have a lighter, I do the kachink.

[@osamaradaideh1741]

I literally bought it for the same reason

[@yungsorrow7145]

Would I pay for something that would last forever? Yes

[@n3gi_]

I can confirm that they last forever. My dad gave me his first ever zippo that he bought when he was a teenager, it still works like new!!

[@scoville-3606]

@@n3gi_ what do you think about the new butane insert by Zippo, will it last forever too?

[@genericname1235]

@@scoville-3606 if were being realistic, it probably wont since its more complicated and the parts arent interchangeable. Its still way more practical if youre not a smoker since the fuel doesnt evaporate.

[@scoville-3606]

@@genericname1235 if being realistic, how long would it probably last?

[@Jorj57]

that's the charm of Zippo lighter

[@NickyHendriks]

Had a Zippo for 3 years until I've lost it unfortunately but bought a new one straight away and I've had that one for about 4 years now. The service is amazing, the hinge-pin fell out but sending it to the European repair center would be more expensive over driving to it so I went there, not only did they replace the pin, they also put in a new interior while the old one was perfectly functional. Send out a Zippo lighter for repair without the interior, get it back with a new interior, send out just the interior and get a new exterior. Having that kind of service and knowing that Zippo will be there for you to fix it for the rest of your life was one of the main reasons I've bought one to begin with. It is probably more expensive than a Bic-lighter but still worth every penny.

[@theimperialfistsspacemarin3050]

I know I'm late but hope you have a nice day :)

[@rp2332]

Life isn't long if you're using the Zippo..

[@ZaZaZootedViper420]

@@rp2332 why's that???

[@Dat_Feathered_Boi]

@@ZaZaZootedViper420 They're probably assuming every zippo owner is a chain smoker

[@miner1546]

​@@Dat_Feathered_Boilmao really? Zippo is the best for lighting molotovs 😂😂

[@MaikDreijer]

Man I've owned my zippo for over 15 years now, it's crazy how you can get emotionally attached to an object, like if it's missing I go ballistic like one of my god damn kids went MIA

[@rustyrelicsfarm2406]

Zippos are the best especially in longevity of the product.

[@dolbowen150]

And the crazy part is a regular lighter carry all the parts people go buy the flint and a new spring is in a regular lighter and a regular bic lighter

[@bl1tz533]

i can feel you and i dont even own one man

[@zeidon4193]

@@bl1tz533 well get one I'm telling you you'll love it I just got my second one yesterday.

[@bl1tz533]

@@zeidon4193 too poor man i buy disposable torch lighter "zippos" from dollarama. they work great.

[@6thwilbury2331]

I'm not a smoker and yet I have a Zippo (many of them, actually). Something comforting about holding them in your hand - as if they were the original fidget toy. Also: Zippos >> cellphones at concerts. Yeah, I said it.

[@hindsightpov4218]

6th Wilbury 🔥 > 📱 Ooooh! You said it. You went there. 😂

[@abdulrahmanansari616]

I have at least 6 of them brought it in the October 2019 itself. Then, I had realised I need to be more careful with my pocket money and limit my purchase to 1 Zippo Lighter a month. When I get a job then I can buy at least 3 Zippos a month, but for now only 1 lighter a month as I am unemployed unfortunately :(.

[@prabathkiran5606]

@@abdulrahmanansari616 where can i get zippo in india?

[@MaikDreijer]

They're the best to just fiddle with, even if you don't smoke. There's something calming about zippo's idk what

[@6thwilbury2331]

@@MaikDreijer Seriously! During those 10 minutes or so when fidget spinners were the rage, people made fun of the kids (or adults) who played with them. But I totally understood where they were coming from: on my desk is always a Zippo and a small stack of poker chips (for riffling and twirling). Very soothing.

[@kattapp]

A grill lighter costs around $7 but lasts like a month before it runs out and becomes junk. A zippo costs anywhere from $15-150 and lasts for a lifetime with a $2 can of lighter fluid and some flints that cost pennies. Long term the zippo is cheaper

[@fenixtek]

would be a shame if you lose it though

[@adityawicaksono875]

Yeah, it is good investment until you lost it haha

[@zeghetti595]

how do i use zippo as grill lighter

[@outlaw615]

150! GAWD DAYUM

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

I would like to add a 2$ bottle of fluid last me 6-7 months. The 12 oz bottles last me couple years.

[@АспидАспидов]

I live in Russia, I use Zippo for many years. Excellent quality!

[@bones6978]

@that.one_asian_guy I don't think he's using it because it's American, if it's a good product, it's a good product, irrelevant of its origin.

[@isabellind1292]

Hmm, well I bought a Zippo specifically to take w/me when I wintered in the interior of British Columbia Canada because Bics don't work in cold weather but then neither did my new Zippo. I guess you have to keep it somewhere warm when you're out in the elements.

[@boristartakovski7708]

Same I live in Tolyatti and its a lifesaver, where would i be without my zippo.

[@Antronix3]

They don't start at $35. You can get a plain Zippo starting at $15. Now special finishes and engravings. Those are the ones that go for higher prices.

[@Lovetrain-io6kt]

I got a mini one at Walmart for $15 love the design I use it now for smoking

[@bernardosantos8020]

Fun fact, Frank Sinatra was buried with his Zippo, so yeah, the guy had good taste, and now I want one

[@GhOsT-st7ch]

same gonna get one soon

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

Did u ever end up getting one ?

[@bababklj3638]

same but i dont have moni

[@idmmxx1871]

The sound of the metal cover and the sparkler is unique! in addition to having a unique piece! Who has not had in their hands a zippo? Zippo

[@ElSoldado-ou4eq]

Zippo lighters are the Swiss Army Knives of lighters. Best way to describe it.

[@DasKerzenlicht]

True

[@wesleythompson451]

They have a lot of uses? I thought they were exclusively for lighting things on fire. Seems like a poor description to call it a Swiss army knife, which is famous for being multipurpose.

[@ElSoldado-ou4eq]

You twat, I didn't call it a Swiss Army Knife because it's multipurpose. I called it that because it has a good build quality and history, just like Swiss Army Knives.@@wesleythompson451

[@logc1921]

​@@wesleythompson451you can throw it on people and it will hurt

[@Goliath4497]

@@logc1921You are right

[@anklesturnt2dust691]

My grandpa just gave me his Zippo lighter, which he’s had since he served in Vietnam. He had it engraved there, his last name, the date he arrived and the date he left, Psalm 23, and Snoopy, because snoopy was super popular.

[@gracefultoast7804]

Same situation just that he didn't engrave it

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

That’s cool !! Would love to see it. Should make a video

[@ArtyShat]

Love Zippos, im from 1992 and i have 1 from '92, love that it have same age as me :)

[@miiigoreng]

Likewise :D

[@ashish-rk7do]

Damn, thats crazy man.

[@ImGonnaShitYourPants]

I'm 3 years older than mine

[@abdulrahmanansari616]

I bought my first Zippo Lighter on Friday 4th October, 2019 . A Zippo customer and a collector for life, I am a Non Smoker and Zippo Lighter(s) are a great collector's item :). Love from Canada and India.

[@manamemajeff6283]

What? So you just bought ur first zippo but you're also a collector for live?

[@abdulrahmanansari616]

@@manamemajeff6283 Yes I am now a collector, a few minutes ago I have already placed an order for the Zippo 85th Anniversary Edition.

[@noneofyourneps7304]

@@abdulrahmanansari616 did you get the new anniversary one? Its really beautiful!

[@abdulrahmanansari616]

@@noneofyourneps7304 Not yet but I will soon.

[@ShawaebTee]

ok now i want one smh

[@9622paige]

They’re $10 at Walmart. Most of them are at the checkout line! I got my very first and most beloved one from there.

[@cleverusername9369]

I use a Zippo from 1942 every day, I inherited it from my grandpa who served aboard USS North Carolina in WWII. It's never failed me. Beautiful and iconic little piece of engineering

[@jimfesta8981]

My mother was one of the original Zippo employees. Both my mother and aunt worked at Zippo. My aunt Jennie was employee number 9. The original factory was a little brick building on Boylston St, next to the Tuna Creek. During WWII, when she started, my mother couldn't understand why they were making all those ugly black flat finish lighters, until someone told her they were for the soldiers.

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

Best customer service and top shelf for reliability. Works wet,frozen, high altitude and always first strike in the wind.

[@noviceprice2731]

My father had a Zippo. At the time my father was working for a ranch, he lost his lighter while moving cattle, we all joked there was a Zippo tree out there.

[@alexmoonstar7974]

if you ever find it you can return it to the zippo factory and they'll repair it to working condition free of charge.

[@noviceprice2731]

@@alexmoonstar7974 it's been over 30 years. If it was able to be found it would have. But it's nice to know.

[@ReaperRose]

Mines a D 14. Wild enough I started my cig journey in college with a pack of Marlboro Black/Red 100’s. I thought I had lost it until recent! I added some fresh fuel and a new flint from a lighter I had and BOOM! She runs like new. And yes, that iconic sound it makes when it opens is just like you can imagine. Ugh it’s a thing of beauty! Plus it’s pre-pandemic so it feels stuck in time lol

[@uddhavsurve2974]

2:48 that click sound and flame 🔥

[@user1337BE]

In Narcos Mexico you can hear or see Zippo almost every episode!

[@trebormorningstar4545]

Zippo is one of the best gadget invented of all time.

[@Dreizify]

That sound is therapeutic 🤤

[@HippieMagic]

The first zippo I ever bought was a slipknot one from a music festival. Zippo had the coolest vendor section by far and I realized that they had lighters roughly the same price as a tshirt. I bought the lighter, they filled it, inspected it, made sure it worked, and handed it to me. Super nice people, good service and I’ll always have it to remember that music festival.

[@TrailToughTrailers]

This is one of only a few GREAT examples of... "If it ain't broke don't fix it!" They did an amazing job when they first built these and they haven't needed "fix" them ever again. Oh sure they have came up with some beautiful designs on the outside... BUT a Zippo will (should) ALWAYS be the same forever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Master piece of quality.

[@walden6272]

They came up with different inserts over time. I still like the original of course.

[@zachl2996]

I’ve paid 200 for one I have a few problems ps: I have 30 of them right now t just ordered a 1941 replica Black crackle so 31 zippo

[@andrewjackson3278]

I have the 1941 replica black crackle and it’s awesome! Just something about it really makes you feel good to carry.

[@zachl2996]

It’s like a part of history in your Pocket

[@juang8932]

The 1941 replica is on of my favorite zippos, I have the sterling silver model.

[@JubaAdhiNugroho]

I am a collector of Zippo, especially for The Dragon series. Love it...

[@christopherwiley01]

Zippos are amazing.

[@KyudoKun]

Badass lighter for Badass people.

[@shadowmonarch7908]

I have one... It was my grandpa's lighter...his favorite lighter he always make sure that it's clean and shiney and I still remembered that when I was still a kid I tried to sneak inside his room to play with his "Zippo" but he caught me before I can even light it up-_-...sigh ...he pinch my ears real hard that I cried like krazy..haha... But he's not here anymore he already died 7 years ago... And after 7 years, just yesterday I accidentally discovered an old rusty little box in our basement and at first I didn't give any sheet about that lil box until my grandma picked it up and said this "you were just down here all this time " and I asked her whats inside the box and she gave it to me and told me to open it myself and I was shocked when I saw my grandpa's Lighter inside it and it made me remember all those fun memories with my grandpa ...sigh ...and 4hours ago I went to the hardware store to buy all the things that I need to clean My grandpa's Zippo... and just now before I started watching this vid I was able to finish cleaning it ... Ugh ..these tears just won't stop... Anyways that's all..and sorry about my bad English -_-

[@sergeantduckythe3rd255]

Zippos are worth it if you need a lighter on a daily basis and/or you value it as a collectible. AND if you are willing enough to maintain it. Also one thing i like about them is they can be ignited for extended periods of time without burning your thumb

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

Yeah I hate when people complain about the maintenance that is very limited. U drive a car but u don’t maintain it ? Lol is always my response.

[@snailswitch]

yeah that's the whole reason i'm about to buy one. typing this with a burned thumb.

[@XBLHAX]

Zippo lighters are amazing! i love mine and it makes me want to start a collection lol

[@conniedeng6118]

VINCENZOOOOOO!!!! iykyk

[@astaridjatmiko8187]

i clicked the like button even as soon as the video started. and i don't even smoke.

[@rabiayounus1482]

This came in my recommendation when i finished watching vincenzo Cassano... I am obsessed with his lighter... 😉

[@miiigoreng]

Passionate with collecting Zippo lighters, yet being a non smoker. Who doesn't agree that makes such a hobby more unique? And i kinda observed that many folks (like 90-95/100) wanna light their smokes using plastic lighters. Some detest lighter fluid's odour, other can't afford to misplace another Zippo

[@andresc5915]

Loved Zippos for a long time. 👌🏽

[@HiFiMonki]

The cost you pay literally lasts you a lifetime if you take care of it. Very few things do these days so yeah. I would definitely pay the money for it. Just got a second hand one in mint condition wrapped in black leather. Planning on keeping it my whole life.

[@wilson5377]

Still have it after all these time, can't believe it's been 20+ years now. Still always have two spare wicks, flint refills & fluids out of habit.😂 The Zippo gun metal finish.👍😎🍻

[@nword9239]

Are you telling me the sound is quality controlled? No wonder I purchased mine just to open and close it every time I get the chance, it's actually kind of cathartic.

[@chickenlajumpy]

The most climatic piece of cinematic paraphernalia

[@theresnoi9792]

Now that I'm an adult, I focus on good customer service when I shop so much more, zippo has won me over

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

There is no better costumer service than zippo. They are so nice and always fix my zippos

[@justintang0731]

Zippo lighters at Walmart only cost around 10 bucks and the quality is pretty much the same, just massed produced and less options

[@solomontheold5879]

I love my zippo collection and enjoying to use them

[@gionevermind5490]

Hey I have that exact same lighter they showed!!! The matte black with the gold cross on the corner, I've had that lighter since 2012

[@joeguzman3558]

They're 10$ at Walmart , every one should have one for emergencies

[@FuglyStick]

Only if they intend to carry it. It's not a lighter you put in a drawer and forget about, because it WILL be out of fuel when you need it. But something you carry regularly, so you keep it fueled? Absolutely, best option.

[@garyacker7388]

I'm willing mine to my daughter. She's overwhelmed 😊❤

[@austingx8295]

I don’t use it much, but I love mine! Always nice to have a USA product too!

[@mickeyandmitch20]

I just got my first zippo for $10 on amazon and its awesome

[@Prizrak6274]

Well ofc I would. Lasts a lifetime AND made in the U.S. cant beat it.

[@rishavbadola7357]

Got one recently. Worth it.

[@established_1803]

I still have my opas from three tours in Vietnam. Three bronze stars and a Purple Heart!

[@imawatermelon1439]

They are worth it, you get totally attached to them.

[@frincon75]

The copper wire running through the wick transfers heat to the cotton.

[@meroinheroin]

Just got the Soviet Hammer And Sickle one. Absolutely love it

[@llerroc]

I haven't had one since I was a kid so I just bought one. I feel like a kid on Christmas

[@yungsorrow7145]

Nothing beats hand and american made!

[@alyssaherrera4442]

I would get one just to learn how to do those cool lighter tricks where you like spin them around your fringers

[@purchasecomplete5640]

Just ordered me one yesterday. Wonder if the quality from the 90's is still here, and if it'll last over 30 years like the old ones

[@dlepeau7]

you can get zippos on amazon for as little as 10$

[@kang_h4na]

When ever I see this I think of Vincenzo

[@kimr.k4729]

Trust me. Me too. :)

[@bryanbeach2572]

I prefer a Zippo with a butane insert. It gives you a more concentrated flame (great for lighting birthday candles and such), and you don't have to worry about evaporated lighter fluid.

[@doge7362]

I want one of these, probably not going to use them for anything but I just want it to have it cuz they are super cool.

[@RobG93G]

Buy candles and you'll always have a use for them lol

[@then00brathalos]

A lot of people do that lol, as collections

[@kalebmarlatt4947]

I always wanted one as a kid

[@gelloyangsteryang6481]

And yet people in movies throw them just to make an explosion

[@generalpes9979]

Damn! I feel like I'm a movie character with this lighter!

[@davidnichols1568]

I won one in a claw machine years ago. Though I'am not a smoker.. I still use it for candles and camping.

[@dustoff499]

For their utility and for how durable they are... Yes, worth every penny.

[@stephenmartinez1]

the flint, and the finger motion is what produces the spark: OH REALLY?? had no idea.

[@andresc5915]

I’ve always lived the 1940s vintage one. 👌🏽

[@GustavoSantos-uh5yl]

I've always wanted a Zippo lighter since I watched Silent Hill (2006).

[@sammykyriakides7886]

Best lighter in the world 4 sure

[@tijahamorjohnson2259]

Like it love it got to have it!

[@kazukiyomeyer2227]

Now these things- They’re just like double barrel shotguns. They can be treasures that last forever and can be passed down.

[@ZachS64]

I got a whole zippo starter kit with everything you need off amazing for $13.

[@KenzoObara1]

I wanna get the Supreme Swarovski Zippo Lighter and it is $55 on StockX ($78 Retail)

[@wingrider1004]

If you are American - you own a Zippo. Or several. It's like beer and being German. Inseparable.

[@admiralflynn895]

Serious question: Is it weird or a waste to look for one of these to use as a fidget device? I prefer not to smoke and there’s something about the shape, sounds and hinged top part. Seems like ideal stuff to fiddle with (minus the 🔥).

[@then00brathalos]

no not weird at all, the clink of a zippo is described to be soothing by some people

[@P8860]

The sterling silver zippos are the most valuable. Especially the siam ones from the 1930's

[@Boomcityz]

They go up to 25k+ with gold and silver options/versions.

[@GibsonArtola]

Not sure why the volume of this video is so low...

[@tracyfollowell6747]

Where do you all get your numbers from? I can find the cheapest ones for around $10 and Zippo is selling their highest for around $300 unless it’s a special edition.

[@jewelmathew7563]

3400 pieces per hour ......really amazing

[@dvxur]

I been to the mueseum. Amazing time

[@derekpierkowski7641]

I LOVE my ZIPPOS!!!!👍👍👍👍👍

[@James-gj4dt]

who else came here wanting the same lighter as Vincenzo

[@G.H.O.S.T.F.R.E.A.K]

*Perfecting The Flame Since 1932*

[@montehatch]

The spark of the flint is not the “famous Zippo click,” it’s the click of the case closing. smh

[@GLOCKCOPG23]

$10 at WalMart. And worth every penny

[@perpetualconfusion5885]

I have a zippo I replaced the normal liquid fuel insert with a butane torch insert. Lasts way longer and I don't worry about evaporation. I don't use my zippo often

[@deevijrawul9866]

How did you replace it

[@perpetualconfusion5885]

@@deevijrawul9866 pull the insert out

[@markovista]

Thats my fav lighter

[@panzfaust9812]

Have one from 1980. Still works after flint change

[@Prateek.Social]

commenting as a owner ❤️🔥🎉

[@lazygambit5092]

What’s most important can’t be seen with ones own eyes

[@hitbyabus4615]

Now I want a brass zippo

[@Zippofanatic77outdoors]

I used chrome for 20 years. Now I strictly use brass or rose gold.

[@stephenbangl390]

The pricetag of a zippo is much more reasonable then the 1,000+ luxury lighters

[@DireWolf28]

When I was a kid getting your own zippo as a young teen was seen as a right of passage, mostly because smoking was rather prevalent.

[@groverjuicy]

Brass sheets are shaped into cases... HOW? Show us!