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The one that got away - regrets in collecting

Tell me about the lighter you almost bought but didn't and now regret. Mine was a 1940s Dunhill Table lighter for 8000 rupees. Thought it was too expensive. Now can't find one under 25000!

Jan 08, 2026 19:41 208 views

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vivek_lighter

Dupont Ligne 2 in gold - seller was asking 20000 (worth 50000+). I didn't have the money that month. Biggest regret!

Jan 09, 2026 04:55

priya_flames

My grandfather's original Zippo - my cousin took it when given the choice. I picked a watch instead. The watch broke, the Zippo is still working!

Jan 09, 2026 21:00

arun_zippo

1960s Ronson Varaflame in original box at Chor Bazaar. Went to get cash, came back and it was gone. Lesson learned - carry cash!

Jan 11, 2026 20:14

anjali_brass

Limited edition Zippo I saw online for retail price, thought I'd wait for salary day. Sold out. Now they sell for 3x on resale.

Jan 13, 2026 17:53

divya_torch

A complete IMCO collection at an estate sale - all 12 models for 15000. Hesitated for a day, someone else grabbed it. Still hurts!

Jan 15, 2026 17:19

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