I have one I inherited from my father. It's from 1975. It was broken beyond recovery: I sent it to the German Zippo clinic (I live in Italy) and they fixed it for free (the shell) and replaced the inside with a brand new one. FOR FREE. This is really a great company that maintains its promises and takes care of customers. Congrats, Zippo

I have a Zippo slim from 1959 that belonged to my great grandfather. 64 years later, it still works like it’s brand new.

my zippo is 15 years old i got it from my uncle after he died and still going strong, amazing lighter, very nice thing to pass on :)

that last comment "through the good times and the bad" its so true, better than family or friends, i had my first zippo in 1991, when i was an apprentice mechanic, the snap on dealer, handed me my very first Zippo, the paint has all rubbed off, the hinge is loose, but 30 years later, the little guy is still going strong and still my edc.

Zippo has special place inmy life. Family roots are in Bradford. My Gramma worked at Zippo during WWII.

Lost some, gave some as gifts, but still have one in Zippo dark chrome finish. Can't believe it's been 20+ years and it still does what it's designed to do... light up our lives!👍😎🍻

I recently turned 50, and I just bought my first Zippo as an adult. It brings back a TON of memories! My Dad used to carry Zippo lighters back when he smoked, a long time ago. I used to love to hang around him and his friends when they would get together to play pinochle. The house would smell like tobacco, and liquor as men did manly things. I'm so glad that I grew up in a time when masculinity wasn't seen as a threat. That upbringing helped to make me the man that I am today. I will definitely buy him one for Fathers Day this year. I hope he likes it!

I’m 15 and my grandpa gave me a few of these from the 70s, they’re still working fine to this day!

I bought my first Zippo in 1984 and I still use it to this day. The hinges are a bit loose, but it still works like a champ. Zippo lighters have always been and still are one of the best American made products money can buy!

This was really cool

I just picked up my 4th zippo today, and found this cool video! I could get into collecting these...

I have my dads from the early 60s when he was working in houston in the oil industry. New wick and flint and it still works every tjme

I'm ADDICTED to my 1935 Zippo w/ Slashes, it's just great

I own about 18 zippo lighters that I have collected over 30 years. The one in my pocket is the oldest and love it . I have wondered how they are made thanks for the video also totally agree about it almost feels like an old friend ,with you through good times and bad and always reliable. Thank you

I remember getting one of these when I was a lad :) dad never let me get fluid because about that time people were realizing smoking caused cancer and everyone was paranoid XD never smoked in my life though. Zippos are just really cool things to have

Just bought my first zippo lighter. I've wanted one since forever, and I'm 38. I love it. Simple yet classy, timeless piece.

I bought my first Zippo in 2007. Not a smoker but I use it for the odd campfire or birthday candles, mostly though it's just something to fidget with and to look at. It's still just as strong as the day I got it. Even my grandpas that was from 1963 that he used everday to smoke when he was still around still lights up everytime and still has that zippo click. You just can't beat the simple design

Zippos are just classic Americana. Absolutely love mine, had it for years. Just quality.

I carry my dad's Zippo he bought in the late 60s and it's still going strong

I bought one a few weeks ago. Made in USA and I couldn’t be happier.

Long live American Manufacturers! God Bless Zippo and your workforce!!

I love lighters, not sure why, I don't smoke, but, as a teenager I always had just a junk disposable one for my eyeliner when I got waxy or anything. I'm just now 50, so, that was LONG ago😬🙄 when I wore bunches of it🤦🏻‍♀️😊 but, I've always loved them. My husband, son and I were able to go on a track tour and after went to this awesome place full of nascar posters, cards, everything...and of course, lighters :) my husbands dream! But, then I saw this #3 Dale Earnhardt zippo, and needed it. We didn't have the money, but my hubby got it for me anyway🥰 That was probably 5yrs ago. Since I don't smoke, I think I must have let it dry out, then I'd over fill it and got fuel all in my purse and was frustrated that I couldn't carry it with me. But obviously I was doing everything wrong. I've been stuck at home, unable to doing much of anything, after a surgeon messed up and now I will never have full use of arms, but worse, he paralyzed half of my diaphragm and that crushed my lung. Recently found out it's permanent. So... trying to learn a new way to live. So, finding different projects to keep me positive instead of sinking deeper into this black pit in my brain;) so, I've been watching videos about my zippo. Loss of jobs due to this and covid mean I can't buy more flint or wicks, yes, sounds dumb, but its no exaggeration, quite an understatment actually. So, hopefully my flint is good enough, not positive how to know if it's not. I assume just no spark? I've just today repacked it, doing the s curve, hoping it would light easier, not yet. I'd love for it to light by barely flicking it like those I've seen others do, especially now that I have even more weakness, but I love the spark, flick, the flame staying on until that oh so lovely click closed :) My lid seems to be real wiggly, not sure why since I don't use it often and have kept it in a safe place since. I hope to use it more now. Hopefully it will light better... with these hands I definitely can't flick it 6 or more times for it to maybe light. I really really want to get a brass one, or a cheap or used regular one and sand down to the brass and force patina it. But, in dream world :) for now, I'm trying to learn about this one :)

🔥 Have got 5 myself and love each and every one of them, some are even unused and unboxed. Over the years, quality was maintained and let's face it: they're just adorable. Smoking or non smoking, get a Zippo! The perfect gift too! Oldest I have is a gift from a dear friend of mine, and the Zippo belonged to her late father; it was immaculate but over the years the stamped Statue of Liberty weared off and ended up being a classical nickeled Zippo by the looks. Not too old of a Zippo, a 1995 series, she gifted it to me as a bday present and I used it till the hinge broke. Local representative for the warranty ain't very nice to answer questions and I don't feel the trust to send it to repair to them. I love that Zippo and I wish some day I can get it fixed again. I wonder if I could get it fixed if I send it to Zippo US (which is grossly expensive), but perhaps I'll do it as a last alternative.

i got my first 2 zippo lighters when i was 14 years old (2016) I dont smoke. The sound every time I open it is very relaxing.

just got my first zippo 2 weeks ago. im so enjoying it.

Found grandfather's zippo from 1992, restored it and it works like a champ

God. I LOVE my Zippo!

i first saw thing in movies when i was a little kid and then eventually found them in horror games and now i have a small collection of these

Bought mine in '16 and still rock it! Best money i've ever spend.

One word.....PERFECTION!!!

Got my 1935 replica this summer, am 15 and planning to keep it until my days end

Zippo is my preferred nickname for Charmanders when I play Pokémon

I've had a Zippo lighter in my pocket for over 50 years. I've had a lot of them stolen, but I never lost one.

I'm not a smoker, nor do I use a lighter most of the time but I do enjoy supporting a great product. I tend to carry a light with me in a small "EDC" pouch where I carry small things that I may need in certain occasions. I had a disposable BIC lighter to which I lost whenever I lent it to someone and never got it back. I figured that if I where to invest on something that is well built and well respected that hopefully the next person I lend my lighter to will think twice before forgetting to give it back. I decided to purchase a Zippo lighter because I tend to do arts-and-crafts like paracord bracelets and occasional birthday candles for family gatherings. I enjoy supporting a product that is made to last and has great manufacturer support unlike most things I own today. It's also inexpensive which is great for anyone whom wishes to purchase a light that will withstand the dawn of time.

That nice woman at the beginning of the vid has got to be a native from Bradford, PA where all Zippo products are made. Can tell that PA accent anywhere.

Just bought my first zippo can’t wait to use it

Talk about job satisfaction! Thats what I call a dream job

Awesome!..this video thought me lots about em!

Love my zippo. Gonna get a bunch. One for all my trucks, and greatest thing about it, made here in the USA

I just got my first zippo I am so excited!

Best lighter ever build😎

Soon I’m getting a new classic zippo with an arc lighter insert. My grandfather and my dad both have their own, so now I’m getting mine

So cool!

5:37 The Peaks and Valleys Spectrum is my absolute favorite. I hope Zippo makes more Spectrum designs in the future. 2004-5 were the golden era of Spectrum designs imo.

I've been waiting for a new video to show how Zippo lighters are made, especially in high definition!

I still have my zippo from 1982

This video needs more views.

This was an awesome video! It's so interesting to see how they are made. I own a zippo and I love it. They are so tough I have dropped mine, thrown it, stepped on it you name it, and it continues to work over and over again every time. Another great all American invention.

A Zippo lighter is my "go to" example of a piece of "tech", a manufactured product that has been perfected There is no need to change or "update" the vital parts. It's THE example of "If It ain't broke, don't fix it." I have never had a REAL Zippo (There's lotsa fakes...) fail on me. The only reason I ever had to replace one was due to loss or theft. I have been smoking for more than 40 years. I have changed brands of cigs, NOT brands of lighter!

very beautiful. so lovely.

I want a Zippo so bad!

Well, mine features on here a lot. So much for the rarity element, I guess. It's my first and a gift from my mom for Christmas 2021. I am so goddamn swept away by the essense of this all. It's an honour to have one of these, right. It brings certainty to one's stride. A whole lot of authenticity just flows from my fingertips knowing that I use a Zippo and none other. An instant ego booster with every flick of the lid. I use a Zippo. Yes, it does make me cool. No, I am not a spy. Just a well-equipped nice guy. \m/ Thanks, Zippo! Kudos on being magnificent!! The world needs you!! Live forever!! 0:42 is me 2022

I love Zippos. I started collecting them about 20 years ago. I had about 6 or so. About a month ago I found a video of a person's collection and I got inspired. Now I have 44. My goal is 100...for now. 😉

I just started getting into Zippo. Just ordered two and a starter kit and ordered a Japanese exclusive imported Zippo

I've had mine for 20 years

This little thing is like a treasure

I don't smoke but still got one for my 18th birthday It's such a cool thing to have and it's beautiful how you have a actual flame like in a fire instead of these cheap gas flames🔥

Would love to have seen how these were made in the 1940's... I speculate there was much less automation.

I wish I could still have my Jazz Series one with a drumset on it by Richard Wallich... I miss it a lot! I'm a retired drummer...

Zippo lighter are the best lighters

There's not enough emphasis on the cam-spring, it's what keeps the lid in place while powering the Zippo clicks. Cam alone won't do nuts but flop around, if the cam-spring fails

I remember always stopping at the Chevron otw home as a kid and asking mom to buy me one for years until she finally got me one I had a good collection before I moved and my roommate gave em away before I could get them but I'm slowly rebuilding I always have loved and use a zippo

Today i got replica 1935 zippo thanks zippo for life time usable lighter Love from india💕👍

Git one recently loved this thanks from india❤️💯

Hello, I have a question. I recently lost the flint spring assembly from my insert. I wanted to ask you if the warranty covers that sort of thing? And if not what I can do about it?

inherrited 2 zippos from my dad and still work flawlessly

Whats Zippo going to do for there 100th? any plans to do any uk or european events, like the one, you guys just had?

im 13 i will carry my zippo forever thank you zippo

I got my first zippo today but haven’t opened the package yet waiting to open after dinner

nice

The Great American Torch

Strange thing. Yes they are a pain in the butt to fill. Yes it doesnt last as long as a bic. But there is something about a reuseable lighter that can be passed between generations. The quality is there and the warranty is awesome. I have 3. They last forever. Thinking about getting the sterling silver one. Any cigar smokers prefer a zippo?

The gage is a little thinner,,but still best lighter made. Zippo is like Briggs and Stratton small engines?? There the same for as long as I can remember,and I’m 63 years young? My Grandfather bragged on his Zippo as well. He would say? I may not know everything but I know if my Zippo is full,,,I’ll light my smokes!! Long story short,,still the best lighters made.

I'm from Ukraine. Yesterday I bought 5 zippo hand warmers for the soldiers who are freezing in the trenches.

I've had 3 Zippo, my idiot uncle stole my first one made in 2005, my 2nd one was made in 2011 and my 3rd and newest one was produced in August of 2014, their so reliable, cool and a great item to collect!

2:54 Can someone PLEASE give me a link to the music in the background?! I keep hearing it EVERYWHERE, and I don't know the name! My Dad's girlfriend from Germany gave me her Zippo. She bought it in '02 and had it engraved with "Flammenwerfer". (German word for "flamethrower.")

i bought silver armor zippo when i was 17, and first time used it at 20, and i think someone stole it, then i bought crackle, too bad i stop smoking at 25 yrs old, miss my old day, half years ago i bought basic brush armor, when i was visit my old house, i found my crackle still in good condition, a little rust inside only. i give up smoking but i still like the clicking sound, now i just using zippo to burn incences

shes the fastest flicker in the west

How much does it cost them to make a zippo

Imma be honest, I bought a zippo, and I didn’t know how they worked so I was mad confused why it wouldn’t light. I didn’t realize I had to fill it myself when I first got it, I just thought I had to refill it after it got used up.

The hinges from the older ones are much better then now . 2005 armor has a Bagger hinge . Now they using the regular from the normal zippo on an armor . It is not strong enough . Please zippo. Make it a little better . Also the inserts are a little to small on top for the lid . It wiggles a lot.

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What model does that guy have at the 5 minute mark? The one with the round chimney?

i bet the profit margin is crazy

Aguante zippo

Great lighters but they need to improve on quality control.

I have one reviously, so beautiful and strong lighter. But unfortinately i lost it. Now because of currency US $ is high so become very expensive. Greeting from Indonesia...

Zippo made in USA 🇺🇸👍

0:37 she would know a thing or two about zippo lighters. Sounds like she's got a 5 pack a day voice.

I do NOT smoke. But, for over forty years I have carried a Zippo (slim) along with the Victorinox SD (the smallest Swiss Army knife). I lost count years ago as to how beneficial/handy BOTH can and have more than proven to be by having in one's pocket. Indispensable, unparalleled, period. PERIOD!!!

Beliin dong.... Buat saya.....

bradford is known 4 2 things: zippo & oil

Hey, get someone over to Case and tell them to wake up their quality control. Case's fit and finish no longer justifies their prices, and especially being made in the USA! 🤦‍♂️

I just bought my first Zippo today it's the only one I will ever need it's the most excellent looking Zippo model number: 29588-000003 I love it so much! I know it will last me for years to come!

4:58 NOT a Zippo insert. LOL

Whoever disliked this video is a Debby downer

So i'm not allowed to drink the butane, this is the first time i'm hearing this.

my zippo is 21 year old

The American How It's Made voice is better

Cool but the show is like an off brand how its made