Chinese Lighter - The Antique Metal Zippo Lighters Chinese Lighter Basics: Basically, Chinese Lighter is a tobacco-less cigarette substitute. They have many applications. They can be used to replace a traditional match stick, an ashtray, a cigar case, or as a substitute for smoking cigarettes indoors. There is a huge market for Chinese Lighters. These products are getting more popular and more difficult to find. The following information will help you in your search for the best Chinese lighter possible. Chinese Lighter Materials: Chinese lighters are generally made of three types of materials. Of these the most common are steel, wood, and butane. Steel Chinese Lighters can be finished in black, silver, or finished in chrome. Wood lighters can be finished in satin, lacquer, or brushed nickel. And butane lighters are available in several finishes including polished black, rust, or brushed nickel. Chinese Lighter Prices: As with all products, there are several different price ranges for Chinese Lighters. Most commonly, Chinese Lighters range in price from ten dollars to twenty dollars. A high-priced lighter may be accompanied by a guarantee or warranty card. A low priced, lighter most often is not accompanied with any sort of warranty. These lighters are made in many different countries including Mexico, India, Thailand, Korea, Vietnam, and Japan Specific Types of Lighters: A Chinese lighter made for smoking is called a Zippo Lighter. A lighter made for using as a pen is known as a Chinese Pen Lighters. Finally, a Chinese lighter designed to be used as a finger warmer is known as a Folding Lighters. Chinese Lighters are not only collectible and interesting, they make great gifts. If a person knows the manufacturer or supplier, it is very easy to purchase a Chinese table lighter that was previously owned by someone close to the recipient. Items like this are often offered at auctions. Another good source for a Chinese Zippo lighter is an individual who has converted it into a Chinese fighter and now wants to sell it. Chinese Lighters are very popular, especially zippo lighters. Because of their popularity, Chinese lighters are now produced in different styles and made from many different types of metal. In addition, a variety of finishes has also been introduced making these lighters look excellent when completed. A Chinese lighter can be completed in just about any color of the rainbow and are very aesthetically pleasing. Chinese Lighters can be completed in various ways. Many people choose to complete them in a classic or antique pattern. Some choose to complete their lighters in metal and other materials while others finish them with a color and other materials that fit their personality. Many of the metal lighters are finished in gold, silver, bronze, copper, nickel, chrome, and other colors. If you have an antique lighter that you would like to
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