Description
Zippo NHL Lighter: Vegas Golden Knights
A true hockey fan will make room on the memorabilia shelf for this Zippo NHL lighter. Show your team spirit with this official NHL Zippo windproof lighter. The design features the Knight’s logo, which is colour imaged on a rugged Street Chrome finish. Comes packaged in a gift box. For optimal performance, fill with Zippo lighter fuel.
- Genuine Zippo windproof lighter with distinctive Zippo “click”
- All metal construction; windproof design works virtually anywhere
- Refillable for a lifetime of use; For optimum performance, we recommend genuine Zippo premium lighter fluid, flints, and wicks.
- Made in USA; Lifetime guarantee that “it works or we fix it free”
- Official Licensed Windproof Lighter
- Fuel: Zippo premium lighter fluid (sold separately)”
About Zippo Lighters
Zippo lighters have become one of the most recognizable and enduring accessories of the 20th and 21st centuries, admired for their reliability, distinctive design, and unmistakable “click.” Founded in 1932 by George G. Blaisdell in Bradford, Pennsylvania, Zippo Manufacturing Company was born during the Great Depression, a time when practicality and durability were essential. Blaisdell refined an existing Austrian lighter design, improving its windproof chimney and creating a sturdy rectangular case with a hinged lid—features that remain central to Zippo’s identity today.
The hallmark of a Zippo lighter is its windproof flame. Unlike many disposable lighters, a Zippo is designed to function in challenging outdoor conditions, making it a favorite among campers, hunters, and military personnel. During World War II, Zippo halted civilian production and dedicated its efforts to supplying U.S. troops. The lighters carried by soldiers became deeply personal items, often engraved with names, units, or messages, cementing Zippo’s association with service, resilience, and camaraderie.
Equally important to Zippo’s legacy is its lifetime guarantee. The company famously promises, “It works or we fix it free,” regardless of the lighter’s age or condition. This commitment has helped establish Zippo as a symbol of American manufacturing pride and long-term value. Many owners pass their Zippos down through generations, confident that the lighter can always be restored to working order.
Beyond function, Zippo lighters have evolved into collectible art objects. Over the decades, the company has released thousands of designs featuring everything from classic brushed chrome finishes to elaborate engravings, enamel inlays, and licensed artwork. Themes range from motorcycles, music, and pop culture to historical commemoratives and limited editions. For collectors, the date stamp on the bottom of each lighter provides a precise manufacturing timeline, adding to their appeal and authenticity.
Zippo’s cultural impact extends well beyond smoking accessories. The lighter has appeared in countless films, television shows, and photographs, often used to signal rebellion, romance, or quiet reflection. Even in an era of changing smoking habits and modern ignition technologies, Zippo continues to adapt, offering butane inserts, pipe lighter inserts, and accessories while preserving its classic form.
Today, Zippo lighters remain a blend of utility, nostalgia, and craftsmanship. Whether used daily or displayed in a collection, a Zippo is more than a tool—it is a small piece of industrial history that continues to spark loyalty and fascination around the world.
