Vintage WWII, Military, Vietnam, and Military Lighters

Zippo shifted all production to a black crackle finish for the US military during World War II, and millions of soldiers carried them into battle. Beyond Zippo, soldiers on all sides carried Austrian IMCO, British petrol, and German Rowenta models, many personalized with unit engravings and theater markings that make each one a unique historical artifact. Vietnam-era engraved Zippos became some of the most sought-after military collectibles of all — a touching and moving window into the lives of those who served, though a booming counterfeit market means collectors should exercise caution, as fake Vietnam-era Zippos have flooded the market for decades.