Since 1932, Zippo has made the world's quintesential windproof lighter. With its timeless design, its distinctive click and it unmatched dependability, a Zippo lighter quickly becomes a prized possession.
Now the Zippo experience can be enjoyed in a new way with the Zippo BLU lighter. It's the next step in the evolution of the perfect flame.
The Zippo BLU lighter features the reliable Zippo flint-wheel ignition that is a Zippo trademark. It is the world's first blue flame butane gas lighter to incorporate the ignition system with out patented two-stage burner technology that delivers an easy starting, consistent, clean burning hot blue flame.
Zippo is proud to make the Zippo BLU lighter in the USA.
Other signature Zippo product features include rugged metal contstruction, hinged lid, one-hand operation, and the iconic sounds of the Zippo click. Of course, each Zippo BLU lighter is stamped with a date code and guaranteed for life.
It is easy to see that the Zippo BLU lighter has a distinct profile. Each unit is slightly taller than the windproof lighter and is enhanced by a smooth, comfortable countour with a lid line in the shape of a soft curve.
Another unique design element is the signature "Z" pattern of the chimney. Elegant, pocket-friendly designs are also hallmarks of the new Zippo BLU lighter.
Zippo BLU lighter is built with a patented two-stage burner technology that delivers a consistent, clean-burning hot blue flame.
Featuring a large fuel tank, the Zippo BLU lighter uses butane gas, while the conventional Zippo windproof lighter is filled with liquid lighter fluid. As is the Zippo tradition, both lighters are shipped from the factory without fuel.
Zippo was founded in Bradford, Pennsylvania in 1932 when George G. Blaisdell decided to create a lighter that would look good and be easy to use. Blaisdell obtained the rights for an Austrian windproof lighter with a removable top, and re-designed it to his own requirements. He made the case rectangular and attached the lid to the bottom with a welded hinge, and surrounded the wick with a windhood. Fascinated by another recent invention, the zipper, Blaisdell called his new lighter "Zippo", and backed it with a Lifetime Guarantee.
To date, Zippo has produced over 325 million windproof lighters since its founding in 1932. Except for improvements in the flint wheel and modifications in case finishes, Blaisdell's original design remains virtually unchanged today. The Lifetime Guarantee that accompanies every Zippo metal product still guarantees that "It works or we fix it free".
