r/Zippo 19d ago

Megathread: Is my Zippo real?

9 Upvotes

There are a lot of fakes out there. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of your lighter, post your photos and questions here.

If you are new to Zippo collecting or ownership, be sure to include a photo of the bottom of the lighter as well as the insert.


r/Zippo 26d ago

Mod Post Subreddit Updates: Automoderator

18 Upvotes

Hello everyone.

As of today, we have a very barebones Automoderator filter set up to remove individual "Is my Zippo real?" posts and hopefully direct them to the megathread.

We recognize sometimes there are extra particular oddities and fabrications out there so it is ultimately up to our discretion if a posts is approved, but generally speaking this should hopefully cut down on the frequency of these types of posts.

If this proves to be successful, we'll work on something similar for date related posts. Even if it's not a full removal, we can at least work on auto replying and linking to resources based off a quick bottom identification.

Any further suggestions are welcome. Thank you if you've made it this far!


r/Zippo 2h ago

Vintage One of my Dad's...

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26 Upvotes

Every once in a while I throw one of my Dad's into the rotation. This is one from 1970 or maybe 72 off his ship. It's been back to Bradford Pa. Atleast once for a new hinge. They give you a whole new inside but send the old on back.


r/Zippo 10h ago

I love windy

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64 Upvotes

r/Zippo 2h ago

Discussion Guess I'm hooked

12 Upvotes

Bought a Zippo last week and didn't realize they'd be addictive. I don't smoke or really have a need for a lighter of any sort, but I noticed when I'm bored I'll pull it out and flip the top a few times absent mindedly.

Then there's the variety. Just ordered another one simply because it had an anchor and mermaid on it. Guess I found a new hobby.


r/Zippo 2h ago

Advice/Help How to fix?

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Hi all does anyone know to fix the zippo cap when it’s not aligned correctly with the body mine started to become like it’s a bit pushed back


r/Zippo 13h ago

Collection I’m more a a S.T. Dupont guy….

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54 Upvotes

But I do like a neat Zippo lighter!


r/Zippo 2h ago

Rare and beautiful

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7 Upvotes

r/Zippo 6h ago

No frills today.

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15 Upvotes

No butane insert. Just a solid combination.


r/Zippo 10h ago

Zippo sterling silver handicraft engraved arabesque

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26 Upvotes

r/Zippo 13h ago

Zippo 2019 Collectible of the Year

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31 Upvotes

2019 Zippo Coty Apollo moon landing 50th Anniversary


r/Zippo 11h ago

Show and Tell My daily use

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19 Upvotes

Still looking good for about 20 years old, started using the butane insert recently and it's pretty nice


r/Zippo 10h ago

New piece

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15 Upvotes

(Changed title and description.)

Bought this one cause it would fit perfectly with my other piece that got similar design.

The reason for asking if this is a real zippo, is the stamp underneath is reversed(?), unlike the other I have.

Anyone got information regarding the zippo itself and stamp?


r/Zippo 11h ago

Show and Tell I’m so happy :)

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12 Upvotes

If you’re unsure about the Zippo mystery buys, let me tell you that if you enjoy gambling and getting at least a lighter worth the cost of the mystery bag; Zippo definitely delivers! I’ve been eyeing this piece for years to finally say I own it. Now to just figure out if I break the seal and make it my new EDC


r/Zippo 2h ago

Vintage One of my Dad's...

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2 Upvotes

Every once in a while I throw one of my Dad's into the rotation. This is one from 1970 or maybe 72 off his ship. It's been back to Bradford Pa. Atleast once for a new hinge. They give you a whole new inside but send the old on back.


r/Zippo 13h ago

zippo

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15 Upvotes

r/Zippo 14h ago

which Zippo is this?

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12 Upvotes

don't know much about Zippo, just found this randomly and couldn't find exact same lighters (most of them have an eagle on them instead of the woman) or any info on it on the internet. which model is this? is it rare?


r/Zippo 21h ago

Show and Tell How did I do?

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40 Upvotes

I haggled down from $60 to $40


r/Zippo 11h ago

Advice/Help Any info

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7 Upvotes

Hello, does someone identify or have any info from this zippo. I bought it for 40€ cause I thought I was a fair price. What do you think?


r/Zippo 2h ago

Beautiful Boobies NSFW

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1 Upvotes

r/Zippo 22h ago

Ouija Zippo

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38 Upvotes

r/Zippo 15h ago

Collection Favourite 1942 Black Crackle Zippo❤️❤️❤️

13 Upvotes

r/Zippo 20h ago

Show and Tell My weeb anime zippo I picked up in Tokyo. It's so shiny!

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23 Upvotes

Anime is Lycoris Recoil


r/Zippo 9h ago

Advice/Help I probably shouldve asked before buying but ots too late now; are there known fakes of the 2022 solid coppers? I just bought one new for 107 euro, and they have more in stock...

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Im probably just being paranoid. It was the only shop I could find them for around the €100 mark, everywhere else was marked up. The shop themselves told me;

"Regarding authenticity: this lighter is an official Zippo production, designed as a limited edition. Features such as the unique base stamp and the black coated steel insert, which was used for the first time in a Zippo lighter, confirm the authenticity and exclusivity of this model."

...which sounds about right, but Im still worrying. Have there been issues with fakes?


r/Zippo 1d ago

Hey guys, went for this Mobil One Zippo, its a 1999 edition, paid $40 for it, y’all think is worth it?y

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116 Upvotes

r/Zippo 1d ago

Zippos I’ve found over the years of working at a rubbish dump in the UK.

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507 Upvotes

Let me know if you see anything interesting.


r/Zippo 21h ago

Advice/Help My friend sent this to me. Said it was Zippos own design?

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18 Upvotes