Vintage 1982 Zippo Lighter ESM Inc Advertising Brushed Chrome Unfired Box Papers For Sale
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Vintage Zippo Windproof Pocket Lighter with Original Box & PaperworkBrand: Zippo Manufacturing Co. (Bradford, PA)Finish / Model: Brushed Chrome (standard No. 200 style case) with high-polish chrome sides, top, and bottom bevels.Graphic / Monogram: Blue line-etched corporate logo on the front face reading \"ESM INC.\" with a stylized overlapping circular \"S\".Date / Date Codes: Lighter Bottom Stamp: Displays / ZIPPO / (single forward slash on each side of the modern flame-logo Zippo stamp). In Zippo dating charts, one forward slash on either side designates 1982.Paperwork: The fold-out guarantee/instruction sheet is marked 6-79 in the lower corner (June 1979 print code), typical for inventory packaged during the early 1980s.Packaging: Period-correct two-piece \"repeat logo\" white and red cardboard slide box with black velour-flocked display tray. Includes the original two-sided fold-out instruction/guarantee sheet and safety slip.Dimensions: Standard pocket size (approx. 2.25\" H × 1.5\" W × 0.5\" D).Detailed Condition ReportOverall Condition Grade: Near Mint / Unfired Vintage Condition (New Old Stock).Lighter Exterior:Clean, crisp brushed satin texture on front and reverse faces with full, vibrant blue enamel/ink fill in the \"ESM INC.\" logo.High-polish mirror sides show little to no pocket handling wear.Bottom stamp retains sharp, deep factory stamping. Tiny factory handling dot/fleck on the lower rim corner.Interior Chimney & Mechanism:Unfired: The chimney, cam, and spark wheel show zero carbon buildup, heat discoloration, soot, or scorch marks.Wick is pristine, bright white with no burn marks.Spark wheel cuts are sharp and clean.Packaging & Inserts:Outer Box: Very good vintage condition. Structurally firm with intact edges, sharp corners, and clean typography. Shows minor, faint vintage foxing/storage spots on the exterior cardboard.Velour Insert: Intact and crisp with no cracks or crushed wells.Paperwork: Complete, crisp, unfaded red-and-black print with original factory folds. Minimal paper handling wear.We did NOT check the Flint Tube: Vintage flints often degrade into a powdery white residue and bind the flint spring if left idle for 40+ years. These have been stored in our closet since 1982.To check the Flint tube: Gently pull the insert out to verify the spring turns freely and clear out any oxidized residue so the wheel spins without jamming.Please review the attached pictures for additional details. Shipping will be combined for multiple items purchased and shipped in the same package.
