Zippo unboxing 1941 black crackle replica

[@lickitysplit4711]

The main reason they made them with the 'black crackle' finish was to prevent corrosion of the case of the lighter. During the war brass was not available to zippo neither was nickel or chrome which would would have been used to finish the outside of the lighters. The only metal Blaisdale and his workers had access to was very low grade non stainless steel and any lighters that were bought before he started finishing them with the crackling paint could be sent back and refinished.

[@mrpatato137]

I thought it was during D-Day making it black to make it non reflective so not to give away the position of the paratroopers but I could be wrong

[@Rancherinaz]

From what I know the original ‘41 was still made of brass and they didn’t go to the steel cases until ‘42 ….

[@jayjaycris8939]

6 years later glad i found this vid im ordering one right now i cant wait thank you man

[@Darth_renegade]

Way different from other zippo models, awesome.

[@mfbeats6264]

This is a little late but I also have a story about this Zippo. When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour in 1941, America knew they had a war with Japan. Because of the production of ammonition and guns, brass was used for military. Zippo couldnt finish their lighters because they had no brass. So they invented a Zippo with a black colour finish, which had a „crackle“ texture. Also, normal Zippos would roast because of the Salt Water. The Black Crackle Zippo doesnt.

[@mfbeats6264]

@@ZippoFanatic77 Really?! Damn thats not nice. I thought they would make it out of steel.

[@mfbeats6264]

@@ZippoFanatic77 Damn thats not relly nice from Zippo. Anyways, they are still making the best lighters :)

[@mfbeats6264]

@@ZippoFanatic77 My Black Crackle 1941 Zippo came 2 minutes ago. Its really nice and feels amazing!

[@claytonbigsby423]

41's are gorgeous

[@brandanbenojaynes4217]

I absolutely love this lighter friend. I have to get 1. Thanks for the video 💪

[@brandanbenojaynes4217]

@@ZippoFanatic77 ok cool will do buddy, appreciate the recommendation. I'll be looking forward to more videos bud👍

[@weaponized_saltiness]

Is it just me or do newer Zippos, especially those with a matte/crackle finish have lids that aren't flush with the body, there is always a little gap for fuel to evaporate from...

[@Rancherinaz]

Mine has a gap I noticed .

[@itsgeekbeat]

Oh, so inside and outside can be from a different month? I already thought I have a bootleg because the months are different. Got mine today.

[@mcapaldi3]

They need to paint the bottom with crackle like the originals also the insert should be dull to mimic the anodizing they did to the steel on the originals. If Zippo would do those two things I would buy one right away. Might not seem like a big deal but those are two major details that made them even more unique then any other 41's

[@scottmcintosh2988]

Ordering one today 11. Bucks US in the States delivered to NH. Hi Mike !!!

[@trevorcamden352]

People seem to love that black crackle

[@williamdecker3989]

I heard that they were the only lighters available in the PX. I don't think they were "issued" to the soldiers, as you said, but maybe some were...

[@Mike-kc8rl]

What a pity they have changed the stamp on the base as 1941 replica! In place of the pat number? I'm not sure what year this happened, though?? I have a 2020 and that still has the numbers!

[@aidysmith2236]

Another good vid bud

[@th0t_hunten_szn585]

I’ve seen so many of the black crackle Zippos I feel like it’s almost one of the most famous kinds

[@waltz9230]

Does anyone know (exactly, like really specifically exactly) things are different in this replica than the original ones from ‘41? I’m mainly thinking about the materials this is made out of and how it’s made compared to how they made them back in the day originally. Also, what was the reason they removed the two holes in the chimney? Was there a good reason for this?

[@waltz9230]

Zippo Fanatic 77 Do you know if the black crackle you got (the replica) has the black crackle coating to actually prevent rusting/corrosion like in the old days or is it just a modern stainless zippo with that finish to look like the old one? Cheers!!

[@waltz9230]

Zippo Fanatic 77 Also, how did the lighter hold up after all this time? Has the hinge gotten looser or is it the same?

[@mrpatato137]

Are all the 1941 inserts like that

[@Rancherinaz]

Yep

[@aaronmills4238]

On the Zippo store on Amazon they have a Black crackle rose dagger lighter, does anyone have more info about this as I have never herd of it ?

[@mattp5712]

Are you using 1941 replica lighting for the video? Lol

[@luisalmeida4247]

Doesn’t the black crackle provide a lot of grip for tricks?

[@comradetman3784]

Do you use a damp napkin ar rag when you use bar keepers friend on your zippo my black krackle 1941 has some tarnish in the bottom of it I'd like to get rid of it do you have any suggestions ?

[@comradetman3784]

Ok thanks

[@PnwPryo]

lol@@comradetman3784

[@samuelhughes6341]

The 1941 replica is nice

[@RHChanelYTPAPIPUPEPO]

Nice lighter.... I want to have it soon

[@OM-mz9rb]

That looks clean

[@sethhinman1045]

Cool lighter. Did you ever light it?

[@warthief3401]

I have one of these it's my favorite lighter although i haven't used it I don't want to damage it

[@carliusxd]

nice lighter good edc

[@captainrex3204]

That is nice looking!

[@BroAriq]

Hold up, why my 41 rep black crackle doesn't open all the way?

[@BroAriq]

@@ZippoFanatic77 l tried it, and the lid bounce back lol, guess i have to wait for the coating on the hinge wears off?

[@BroAriq]

@@ZippoFanatic77 no, it's brand new, maybe I'll try to contact zippo about this problem

[@GerardoRamirez-rj9yb]

Cool

[@jonathanbroetz1945]

I so badly want one of these

[@tanaybiswas1287]

FOCUSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sumanmondal4664]

What type flamble liquid fill inside,,

[@todd6378]

SUMAN MONDAL lighter fuel

[@warthief3401]

Is this made of actual steel

[@Rancherinaz]

They’re brass

[@shawndeen8187]

this comment is for the sticker prize

[@dylandepuy3715]

Blackle crackle

[@funkmonkeyfun]

Are these steel or brass?

[@Rancherinaz]

They’re brass