Zippos have been around before WWII, and these iconic lighters are still around today despite the constant competition that comes from inexpensive disposable lights that you can purchase at gas station checkouts.
It may be due to Hollywood marketing that always has Zippo lighters in movies in which the action hero casually takes out his Zippo from his pocket and then heroically tosses it onto the trail of gasoline before walking away from it all with an incredible explosion taking place shortly after.
It's important to note that with a growing number of consumers Zippos are now becoming more popular since people now understand that quality is better than quantity. Survivalists are beginning to become more interested in Zippos because they can burn a variety of fuels.
After the break, learn more about Zippos and the range of fuels they can burn as well as discover a brief history lesson on these lighters and why they've become valuable to preppers today.
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Like pocket burn? Lol. Sucks
a zippo would be my last resort they suck i use and carry ferro rod and also flint and steel everywhere i go i have not built a fire with a lighter in 20 years i only use flint and steel and i spend alot of time in the backcountry year round and always have a fire
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Tara Portillo
Good advise. I have a zippo. It seems I have to refuel it every time I want to use it. These days it usually just takes up space in a drawer.
Use mine all the time!
Raider Johnny
While I agree with all that is said, lol I don’t think the author has ever goofed and put one upside down in pocket. The resulting chemical burn sux.
Well even if you don’t overfill it. If you put it in your pocket the fuel can leak out and cause a irritated skin problem
Nick Dobraska this is for you ✌
I’ve carried one since I was 15
Still USA MADE !
I have couple Zippo’s if anybody interested
They are great for Hand warmers as well.
I already know that is why I have one
Be careful if you own too many of them! The police call that drug paraphernalia!
I have actually used Wild Turkey in one.
This is my Zippo, its great but not something I’d rely on in an emergency. Zippo’s tend to dry out in a relatively short period of time, I prefer my ferro rod.
This is my Zippo, its great but not something I’d rely on in an emergency. Zippo’s tend to dry out in a relatively short period of time.
Michael A. Witherspoon
Atticus Holmes
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Not to mention the benefit that you can change the Flint when it wears out and keep on using it ….
While I like my Zippo, it’s really a terrible design in that the fuel evaporates really easily
They might not tell u this but u can run white gas pump gas or tire buffing compound
To help with the leaking fuel problem, I use a ranger band on mine. It help to prevent lot of leaking, and it also extends the life of the fuel a little bit. Been carrying my grandpa’s lighter now for years.
I have that same one. I have a leather pouch so I can carry it on my belt and not worry about it leaking.