sanjay_flame

New collector from Mumbai - Hello everyone!

Hello from Hyderabad - tech professional collector

My grandfather's military lighter from 1943

<p>That's not just a lighter, it's a piece of family history. Priceless in every sense. Thank you for sharing!</p>

Budget-friendly ways to start collecting

<p>With 5000, get 3-4 different types - a Zippo, a Clipper, a budget torch, maybe one vintage. Learn what you …

What got you into collecting lighters?

<p>Mine started at a flea market. Found an old Ronson for 200 rupees, researched it, found out it was worth …

Cleaning brass lighters - patina or polish?

<p>I made the mistake of polishing a vintage piece once. Regretted it immediately. The patina never came back right.</p>

Understanding Zippo date codes

<p>This is super helpful! I always had to look this up. The pre-1957 ones are trickiest to date.</p>

Request for IMCO lighters

<p>IMCO is discontinued so only vintage available. But quality is unmatched.</p>

Request for IMCO lighters

<p>Would love Triplex or even the Junior model. Both are collector favorites.</p>

Creating a collection inventory system

<p>I use the same approach but added estimated current value column. Helps track if collection is appreciating.</p>

Best lighter for cigar smokers under 5000?

<p>I use a dual jet Xikar for most cigars. Good balance between power and precision. Around 4500.</p>