Friday, December 2, 2011

How old do you have to be to buy a ZIPPO?

Im 14 and am wondering how old you have to be to buy a zippo in Spokane Washington.


Also let me be clear im not a smoker and dont plan on being one.|||Buying a lighter isn't illegal.|||There's no legal age limit for buying a lighter. They are, after all, used for things other than smoking.





Keep in mind, though, that clerks/shopkeers don't have to sell it to you if they don't want to. If that happens, just go somewhere else.|||you can buy a zippo whenever you want. you can't buy lighter fluid for it til 18

Where can I get a zippo customized with an image of my choosing?

Is there any websites or companies that you know about where I can get a customized image engraved onto a zippo? I've searched everywhere for the type of zippo that I want (a plain chrome zippo with an engraving of a crow) but I can't find anything outside of the zippos with an image from the movie, the crow. so if anyone knows where I can find anything like what I'm talking about, I would greatly appreciate your response.|||If you have an image in mind, just search on 'custom zippo engraving' and you will find many sites on-line, like this one, that do custom engraving on zippo lighters:


http://www.findgift.com/gift-ideas/pid-4鈥?/a>

Zippo lighter slides out of casing easier than it should?

I have a Zippo windproof lighter and the actual lighter slides out of it's casing really easy and it's annoying. I know it's sliding out more than it should my friend's is harder to remove. Is there a way to make it stay in better? Something i can apply to make it stay and not slide? Thanks in Advance.|||Take the internal part out and squeeze the casing very gently with a pair of pliers. Put some masking tape on the outside of the casing so you don't scratch it. |||Take lighter out of case.


On bottom (end with cotton packing, where you refill it), use needle nose pliers and SLIGHTLY bend out a small section. Go slow and do a little at a time, testing the fit each time. If you go too much, bend it back in a little.

Is it normal that my Zippo smells a lot like lighter fluid?

Hey,


I bought myself a nice Zippo lighter yesterday. But I couldn't find any Zippo lighter fluid, so I just bought some no-name brand and used that. It works fine, but whenever I open my Zippo, it smells an awful lot like the lighter fluid... Is that normal?





Thanks!|||They always tend to smell a little, they use up fluid very fast which may be why you recognise the smell for.|||It's normal. Make sure to not overflow lighter with fluid.|||yeah it's a lighter, and as long as it lights, you need not buy Zippo fluid.|||Mine smells like diesel fuel.

Can anyone give me some history on my vintage Zippo Beechcraft Baron lighter?

I cannot find a date stamp anywhere on the case or the inner portion of the lighter. My grandfather received it with the purchase of his 60's twin-prop Beechcraft. It is a slim lighter branded with "Zippo" on the bottom of the case in a sort of handwriting script. The plane painted on the case is white and yellow, with black wing tips and pinstripes. I'm interested in how common or rare this lighter may be, and what sort of value it may hold.|||You can go to Zippos Web site. They use to have a nice guide on how to look up lighters and there age. I used it several years ago.

Can I carry my zippo lighter and cigarettes on a Southwest Airlines flight?

Can I carry my zippo lighter and cigarettes on a Southwest Airlines flight? I am leaving LAX to go to San Francisco.|||"nope, combustibles are on the FAA's banned list. You can however put them in your checked luggage and be fine."





This answer is wrong -- a lighter that has fuel in it may not be placed in checked luggage, according to the TSA. Nor are combustibles banned -- in fact, you are allowed to carry common lighters in carry-on luggage, such as a disposable lighter. The TSA also allows Zippos to be carried onboard, according the the second link.





The only way you can take your Zippo lighter with you on a plane, according to the second link, is to either carry it onboard with you (it can contain fuel), or to place it in your checked luggage, drained of fuel, in an approved case.





Your cigarettes are allowed onboard as well; however, you will only be able to smoke in designated areas.|||People really need to read the TSA web site. Cigarettes are fine either in carry on or checked bags - they not mentioned anywhere on the TSA web site.





Each person can carry on 1 (one) standard zippo or butane type lighter, and they can carry 1 (one) pack of safety matches. In their carry-on bag, into the cabin of the plane.





Torch style lighter - for pipes and cigars are NOT allowed, either as a carry-on item or in your checked baggage. Leave those at home.





Lighters are FORBIDDEN in checked luggage. If they leak, you have flammable liquid and/or gas in the cargo compartment. (Actually - you can put them into checked luggage IF and only IF they are either 1) empty of fuel, or 2) in a DOT approved case for transport of lighters - and I have no idea what one of those cases is or how you would get one.)





From the TSA website:


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Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. If you are uncertain as to whether your lighter is prohibited, please leave it at home.





One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage.|||Common ("Bic style") and unsealed ("Zippo style") lighters may only be carried on.


It's an American Airline restriction, but I wouldn't think they'd be too awfully different. I'm an AA flyer, so that's my only source.|||nope, combustibles are on the FAA's banned list. You can however put them in your checked luggage and be fine.|||no....9/11

Can I refill a Zippo lighter with lighter fluid from other lighters?

Need to refill my zippo for the first time, i know how to do it but was wondering if i can use lighter fluid from another lighter (a regular one)? Or do i have to buy some from a shop (I'm not old enough to buy them from the shop.)|||Only use petrol which is specially made for lighters less smell to say the least. Don't try to fill it with the gas type as the gas will just evaporate as you try to fill it.


If your too young to buy lighter fuel them you shouldn't be using one. By the way lighting a cigarette with a zippo sometimes gives of a taste to what ever you are smoking|||Regular lighter - any lighter fluid will do. Butane lighter, any butane lighter fluid will do. If you are not old enough to buy lighter fluid then why even have a lighter? Hopefully you are not smoking as that is just putting poison into your lungs.|||Drew;


Liquid lighter fluid only, nothing from a high pressure can.

How much does a zippo lighter with fluid and flints cost.?

I want a regular zippo no engravings or design on it just a basic finish and a bottle of fluid.|||Hello there,





You can get a plain Zippo for $12.99. A can of lighter fluid is $3 to $6 depending on the brand and size. Flints are about $2 for a pack of 5. The new Zippo will come with a flint in it.





Later,

What is the best way to stretch leather.. I have to stretch it for a Zippo lighter will fit into this pouch?

I found this real nice pouch made of genuine leather that attachs to a mans belt and I want to stretch it so I can fit a Large Zippo type lighter in it... about a half inch%26gt;%26gt;%26gt;|||Dampen the leather, and get it warm, then slowly stretch it out to fit.|||get it wet|||Stretch it while it is wet. Use stretch leather products or water.|||You can stretch it some, but i don't think you can stretch that much.





Try wetting the pouch with hot water and while it is still soaking wet put the Zippo inside it and let it dry. Works to make leather shoes fit.|||When I was in the Army the best way I found to break in a new pair of leather boots was to get them soaking wet and wear them all day (hot water sprayed on them all day while pulling KP) at the end of the day rubbing them down well with mink oil. I would say soak the pouch in hot water while putting something similar in size to the Zippo into the pouch. Do this slowly over time (I'm guessing 24 to 48 hours) when you can get the object all the way in take it out of the water and oil it well, I recommend Mink Oil. Don't take the filler object out until the leather is thoroughly dried and well oiled or it will shrink back up on you. Hope this helps.|||If water doesn't work, you can get "Shoe Stretch" at any shoe store.|||wet it and wedge the zippo in it, if you don't want the zippo wet, use one of your kids blocks or something the same size.


while the leather is wet and the whatever is inside it, heat it up, slowly, just place it in the oven on a baking pan on warm and turn it every 5 minutes or so until its dry|||Alcohol.|||I know people use alcohol to strecht their shoes... maybe that will work

Where can a fourteen year old kid buy a zippo lighter?

Hi, I am fourteen and I want to buy a zippo lighter. I have heard that you can't buy them at gas stations because they are considered a tobbaco product . I would like to what store would let me buy one. I do not smoke.|||Try everywhere....





Just go to all the places around your house: supermarkets, gas stations, quick marts, etc. that might have them. And if they stop you just say "oh you have to be 18? i didn't know.." and they won't punish you.





You could always have an older friend/relative buy one for you or get one online.|||to the people who constantly say that you need to be 18 to buy a zippo: they're wrong. I recently got a $20 Matte Black Zippo from Walgreens a week ago along with a bottle of Ronsonol lighter fluid. No questions asked. but, another clerk walked by and asked to just to make sure there was no tobacco.

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|||im 16 and ive bought two zippos no problems at all

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|||I think your best bet would be to ask an adult to buy one for you. What do you want it for? All the boy scouts have them, I am sure that you can get them somewhere.|||No where! You need to be 18 to buy lighters but you can try like a cards and gifts store.|||why do you need one?

How can i tell if my zippo is a real and not a fake?

I bought a zippo at a kiosk in a mall and not sure if it is a real zippo lighter or just a fake? How can I tell?|||Hello there,





Zippo marks the bottom of the case with its Company name (Zippo) and a date code for the date the case was manufactured. If you pull the works out of the case (like you were going to add fuel), you will see markings on the works. Again, the company name and the date the works was manufactured. I think Zippo has an explanation of the date codes on its web site. The case and the works may not be made in the same month.





Later,


Norm|||WTF is a zippo

Is there an age restriction on buying a zippo lighter?

I live in Scotland, I'm not sure what the age restriction on buying a zippo lighter from Timpsons is.|||I don't think theres an age restriction on empty lighters, but there's an age restriction (18+) on the fuel.

Can you use regular lighter fuel e.g Ronson in a Zippo, and will it void the warranty?

I am new to all the refillable lighter thing. But i was wondering if i could use regular lighter fluid (not zippo) and if it will void the warranty.


I would use Zippo brand fuel it is just i live on a small island where it is not available and no one will deliver to here because it is dangerous.|||Any fuel you want just do not tell zippo.|||This Has been answered before :)





No. I've had mine repaired by them before and they do not ask what type of fluid you use. They *recommend* thier own brand for obvious reasons. They want more buisness, but lighter fluid is lighter fluid, and to the best of my knowledge they are all 100% Naphtha. I haven't ever seen any other ingredient listed on any brand. Use whatever brand you want. Zippo will never know if you are using Ronsonol, Zippo, or some other brand.


Alan|||Ronson is all i have ever used in my zippo so am not sure about he warranty but there is nothing really to go wrong with a zippo so i would'nt worry|||Nobody cares what kind of fuel you use.

What can I use as fuel for my Zippo lighter? Besides Zippo brand fuel?

I want to use another type of fuel for my Zippo besides Zippo brand fuel....what can i use?|||Ronsonol lighter fluid is what I typically find.|||any lighter fluid for lighters...i used to use gasoline with no problems.|||ronson

Can you bring zippo lighters onto Southwest airplanes?

I am flying within the state (not passing state borders). Can I bring a zippo lighter onto the airplane or will security confiscate it?|||Yes, you may -- the TSA allows a Zippo lighter to be carried onboard a plane in your carry-on luggage, according to the links below.|||Not if it's considered a torch lighter:


http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/sop/index.s鈥?/a>





Regular lighters, yes, under certain conditions. However, I'm a bit confused on what those conditions are. One is obviously, if the lighter is empty, it's fine. But, some sources claim (if full) you can carry it on w/o it being in a certain DOT approved bag, while the link below says it does need to be in a special bag.





If that lighter is valuable to you, you may want to consider leaving it at home. If not, feel free to test the waters..|||The TSA web page specifically, and clearly, says:


Standard zippo type and disposable lighters are OK in carry-on luggage


and


Lighters are forbidden in checked luggage unless they are empty of fuel OR are put into a specific kind of case.





See the "flammable items" section:


http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/p鈥?/a>





Torch type lighters are NEVER allowed.





If you want to be extra careful, leave it at home, and buy a cheap disposable one at your destination.|||You can bring it with you but only if its the absorbed fuel type. Zippo is making a torch lighter that is not allowed





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Just curious as to who gave me the TD as the info I have answered is totally correct?|||nopeee

What are some places i can buy a Zippo lighter?

I don'tt realy smoke or anything but i want a Zippo lighter. Any idea what stores sell them so i can go buy one? id buy online but i dont have a credit card and if i ask my dad hell ask to many questions.|||Walmart, walgreens, tobacco shops and alot of gas stations. Got mine at walgreens plus fluid and flints for under $25.|||Ebay

How long does a Flint last on a zippo lighter?

I just got a zippo lighter lucky ace, how long does the Flint last on it if I keep flickering it from time to time|||if you strike it 6-7 times a day, it will last about a month.





it also depends on the kind of flint, there are copper and other metal type flints which last slightly less then one made from flint.|||Hello there,





I use a Zippo quite a bit on a daily basis. A flint will last me more than 2 months. How fast you use up the flint will depend on your usage. But that should give you some idea of how long the flint will last.





Later,|||it depends on how much you flick it, who cares there like a pound for 6 lol

Where in Singapore Changi airport can I buy Zippo brand lighters?

I'm after names of specific shops in Singapore Changi, as I have not much time when I transit there. I wouldn't have enough time to stroll around.


Also, how much would Zippo there cost?|||I was just at Changi airport 3 days ago. I went to several duty free shops and the local gift shops but I don't recall seeing any Zippo lighters. Your best bet would be to visit a duty free shop since Zippos are U.S.-made lighters. It's hard to tell you where to go because you might be at the opposite end of the airport depending on where your boarding gate is but there is a duty free shop pretty much at every wing of the airport.

From where can I get extra flints for zippo?

I mean If I can't find genuine zippo flints in my area from where can I get new ones?|||You don't need genuine Zippo flints. Any flint will work. Only difference in flints is the name. You pay more for brand name.

How can i convince my dad to let my cousin buy me a zippo?

I would love to have a zippo but in 14 y/o. my cousin said she will get one but she needs my dad's consent. i need ideas on how to convince him to let my cousin get me one!|||it's just a lighter for goodness sake! What's the big deal?|||What do you need a zippo so bad for??? There not that fascinating are they... Lets take a poll..How many think that a zippo is exciting??


So how old are you and should we be watching for you on the 11:00 news. (three house fires today and the police have a suspect in custody) and there you are... lol|||Why do you need a Zippo? It's a lighter! Why do you need one so bad? Do you smoke or something? Your dad probably thinks you want to use it for smoking!|||I dont think that your dad should allow you to have a zippo.

What was your exprience when you sent your zippo for repair?

What was the lighter problem and how did zippo fix


Do u think the warrenty is worth having?


I certianly do|||I got it back fixed.





They respot welded where the hinge came loose from the lid.





If it was a standard Zippo, they would've just sent me a new one.


But this one was custom engraved, so they fixed it.

Where can I get the Zippo that Dennis Quaid has at the end of Legion?

Near the end of the film, he uses a zippo that has abstract black swirls and the word "Hope" engraved into it. Although the movie was just alright, I really love the look of that Zippo and was wondering if anyone knew where I could purchase it?|||I would say it's either a custom piece for the movie or there may be a zippo with black swirls out there. The word hope is definitely custom engraving.

Im having a problem with my new zippo lighter?

I just got a new zippo lighter tuesday night, and lately the spark is getting weaker and all it too was ONE strike to light and now its taking 2 or 3 sometimes. What should i do?|||You MAY need to tighten up the flint-screw on the inside-bottom of the lighter.





GOOD LUCK|||Zippos are guaranteed for life. Send it to the maunfacturer and explain the problem. They will probably send you a new lighter.

How much should i sell my QH gelding for he is 4 and has dynamic deluxe and zippo pine bar twice in pedigree.?

I bought him to use as a hunter jumper and was doing great.But relocation forces sale.He is a bright bay,15 hands and is conformationally correct.He currently does not have any show experience but he was coming along great in his training.He is sired by Driven Deluxe by the great Dynamic deluxe and is out of a thoroughbred mare.He also has zippo pine bar twice in his pedigree.Any input would be appreciated.|||Hi Lydia,


First consider what you paid for him. Then consider the amount of training you have put in him and his capabilities at this time. If he is out of a TB mare, by a QH sire, I am assuming he is not registered. But given the fact that he is doing well under saddle, also consider this as an asset. Price him according to what you have already put in him plus the amount of training. Since he is not a registered QH, The "Pine Bar" will not have a lot to do with getting a lot more than you paid for him. Good luc k|||He is a registered (appendix) QH. Sorry for the misinterpretation,he is not out of a thoroughbred but out of an appendix mare.Which has thoroughbred back in her lineage.He is really bred for western pleasure but was doing well as a hunter jumper.I just knew what i should price him at.

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Can i use string as a zippo wick?

Ok, bought a zippo today from a local shop, you can buy flints, zippos and fuel there.


Only problem is they don't sell wicks.


Now, i'm not able to purchase online, so i need to find something else to use as a wick.


Would string work?


Maybe a wick from a candle?|||Have a look at





http://www.roll-ups.co.uk/shop/879/shops鈥?/a>





Zippo wicks are 79p.|||dude a string......i hate stupid people

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|||You shouldn't need to replace the wick, I've had my zippo for 15yrs, used it at least 20 times a day and have never needed to touch the wick.





I know some peoples have burned down a bit, but the wick is very long and coiled up in the gauze inside, just pull a little bit through if burns too low.|||The wick in a petrol lighter has a thin wire hrough it to enable you to thread it through. You couldn't do that with string.


another point is the wick has to be a tight fit to prevent the petrol seeping past the wick|||Logistics make them to burn at a certain rate so you don't set light to your own head ! Not available to the general public. Luckily for you!|||string will work but won't last long. try a shoelace

What's the difference between Zippo fluid and gasoline?

I know Zippo fluid has naptha in it, but naptha is a pretty vague term, from what I read.





I know they smell similar; I like the smell of both of them. =^.^=





(In b4 "you huff them," I don't...)|||Naptha is a rather broad term, and can actually be used to cover various categories of boiling point ranges of low molecular weight hydrocarbons.





Gasoline is a much more complex mixture of various hydrocarbons and heterocyclic compounds, and generally has a higher boiling point. In addition, gasoline has quite a few additive added for engine performance, and in many places, ethanol.





Zippo lighter fluid actually contains a mixture of simple aromatic hydrocarbons, and a few cyclic hydrocarbons. See the link if you wish to get into more detail. But you can expect the ratios to change between batches.|||Both are made from hydrocarbons (petroleum).





Gasoline is a further refinement of naptha (lighter fluid).

About how long can one keep the flame lit on a Zippo lighter?

Ive heard that plastic disposable lighters should not be held on for more than ten seconds, however Zippo's much more rugged construction seems to allow a flame to burn for a much longer time frame and could second as a mini lantern or even an emergency candle. Is there an official limit expressed by Zippo as to how long one can hold the flame without causing permanent damage or any other malfunction? If there is none, then what is the longest time anyone has left their Zippo lighter on for?|||ive used mine as a candle before and i let it burn till it ran out of lighter fluid, but it wasnt full, the only thing is the lighter was really hot and i burnt myself...and my friends|||I expect a Zippo lighter would stay lit until it ran out of fuel. They are proven to be very hardy. How long that would be depends on how much fuel was in it.

Can someone convince my mother to get me a zippo?

Im trying to convince my mom to let me buy a zippo lighter. But she says no. Can someone please make a list or a compelling arguement to convince her to let me buy a zippo?|||If you can't make a list a reasons or a compelling argument (or spell it) on your own, then you probably don't know why you need one either and aren't old enough.|||my brother tried to exact same thing, just buy one at the boardwalk and dont tall her|||There is likely no good reason that your mom needs to be "talked into" letting you buy a Zippo lighter! Do you want one to light up your nicotene delivery device? Bad idea; you should not be smoking.|||tell her either she will buy one for you, or you will go down get one self plus you will get a tattoo done on your neck saying "I love the Devil"

How old do you have to be to purchase a Zippo Lighter?

I am 14 bout to be 15 in a month and live in North Carolina so yeah I just wanna know how old you have to be to buy a zippo?|||Not sure how it is down there, but I live in Jersey and I think to buy a lighter you must be 19. I know for a fact you have to be 19 to buy lighter fuel, that I am positive. Get you mom to buy it for you.|||I'm 16 and bought one yesterday... so im not sure, i know these laws about inhalents are really strict nowadays, so the fuel might be iffy.


if it really comes down to it you can use gasoline, though its not recommended

How do you do the zippo trick where you put it out with fingers and re-light it with a flick towards the wick?

I think you have to bend the zippo wick a certain way so when you put it out with fingers a very small flame burns in the bent wick, then when you flick the air towards it it re-ignites the whole wick. Looking for complete details in non-video form.|||Sounds good to me - not just a little flame but perhaps only a glowing corner to reignite with air and perhaps even a bit of fuel vapor from your fingers pinching it.

Any way to get a bottle or a few of zippo lighter fluid for free?

Got my first zippo lighter finally and i need fuel for it and the closest place i know sells it is a smoke shop and its like a 2hr drive away. With this gas prices now i don't want to drive that far plus its a pain. Any way to get it free from somewhere?|||its not free but i think this should help





http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=se鈥?/a>|||I bought some at Bed, Bath, and Beyond about a month ago. You might want to check stores like that while their summer-type supplies are still out.





BTW. It cost me about $7 for a big can of it

What can i use for fuel in a zippo lighter?

i found 2 old zippo lighters. they both still make sparks. however when i checker the inside it was dry as a bone. i want to know what i can fill it with to make it work. i mean besides zippo fuel. i want to fill it for free, so household items would be good.|||Hello there,



There is absolutely no safe substitute for cigarette lighter fluid. It need not be Zippo brand, but it must be cigaretter lighter fluid. There is nothing in your house that you can use if you do not have cigarette lighter fluid.



Cigarette ligher fluid costs a couple bucks. If you want to use the lighters go buy some. Anything else will not burn, will not burn correctly and may inure you.

Later,|||Zippo recommends you use only Zippo Lighter fluid. In a pinch, you can also you Ronson lighter fluid. Definitely do not use any household items. You can find lighter fluid at any local convenience store.|||Unless you want to risk your Zippo to maybe blow up, you better get some Zippo fuel from the store.

How do I destroy a zippo, without hurting myself.?

Tell me how I can completely destroy my zippo, safely.|||Why do you feel the need to destroy it? I would recommend just discarding it if it is empty and has no value. If it is a classic old one you could try selling it on eBay.





If you really want to destroy it, just take it outside on the pavement and hit it with a hammer. It is not as if it's a bomb that will burst into flame.|||Ask your mother she will tell you what to do, but she probably already has, dont play with fire and dont smoke.|||take a hammer to it and then send it in to them and they will send you a new one...|||what kn the world is a zippo

What engraver is best for engraving text and pictures onto zippo lighters and keyrings?

I need a engraving machine to engrave images (jpeg) and text onto zippo lighters and metal keyrings. Something with easyish software to use. Also within budget of 拢500|||Here is a list of sellers of engraving machines. You're on your own for finding one that has the features you want within your budget. If you can't find one you want at the price you want to pay, you might contact the company whose machine you like and ask them if they can help you find a refurbished or previously owned one in your price range to get you started.





http://www.gravograph.co.uk/index.php


http://www.mastergrave.co.uk/home/


http://www.u-marq.com/section.php?xSec=2


http://www.e-engraving.com/machines/inde鈥?/a>

I filled my Zippo lighter with regular gasoline and it horribly smells now... Any idea how to clean it?

I just couldn't manage to get the proper filling for Zippo, so I filled it instead with regular gasoline you put into cars. It works somehow, but it smells really horribly after gasoline and I want to get rid of that stink. I tried to clean and refill it with the original Zippo filling, but the obtrusive gasoline stink is still there and if you put the lighter into pocket, it gets really smelly too... So any idea how to clean it from the regular gasoline and remove that stink of it?|||Some of the older lighters are filled with a tight cotton batting so it will hold the fuel. If your is one, haul out the old and replace with the same stuff. pack it tight. Be very careful you are after all playing with fire!!|||you probably have ruined it for life. Don't pull the batting out; it is connected to the wick and will never work again. You might try as a last resort soaking it in a cup of water that has a teaspoon of dish washing liquid in it. (Remove flints). Soak it for several hours with fill side up. gas floats. . squeeze out as much as possible Then repeat several times with clean water. let dry completely. Fill with proper fluid. Don't do any thing stupid any more! :)|||Throw the lighter away, but first take a picture of it to keep in your wallet.

How can I hide a zippo lighter from my parents at home and when carrying it?

My parents think I will smoke cigs or weed but I'm really into balisong and I wanted to start zippo tricks but they won't let me|||use a knife to cut a zippo sized hole in the sole of your shoe under the insole

Can you use gas in a regular Zippo lighter?

Ok I promised a friend I would fix his zippo I had to replace the cotton balls and the wick I am done with that now but it needs fuel will gas or anything work cause I haven't any Zippo fluid? (Please hurry this needs to be done by 6 O-clock Oklahoma!)|||No! You do not want your friend to inhale the ignited gas fumes when lighting his cigarette. You wouldn't be fixing a thing by contaminating his lighter with the wrong fuel. It's best you leave it empty than to put gasoline in it.





It's not a matter of combustability, it's a matter of toxicity.|||No, do not use gas. It has entirely different properties from lighter fluid and at the least. could mess up the lighter and at worst, burn down your house.|||Yes, while many say you can't, you can. It will smell strange and burn faster, but can work.|||NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You will explode it!!!!! Go get the lighter fluid or a bic or use a match~|||No you cannot! It will blow up.

Will butane eventually evaporate out of a zippo lighter pad?

I found a zippo in my work's lost and found, and asked what you normally fill them with, two different people said butane (and knowing nothing about this stuff, I didn't bother to look it up, I just found a butane refill kit in the sporting goods section). Anyways, now there's butane gas eminating in the lighter, and I'm just now seeing on the zippo website that it only uses lighter fluid. If i open it up and let it sit for a day or two will all the butane evaporate, or is it too dangerous to put a second type of fuel into now? I don't know how the two combustables would react with each other, so I'm just trying to keep from blowing a hand off. Opinions?|||You fill them with a liquid, not a gas.


Butane is a gas at room temperature, so you need to put in lighter fluid. (available at all good tobaconists) I would think all the butane has gone by now. What you might try is lighting it (at arms length) and the chances are nothing will happen. Then fill it with lighter fluid. Not sure what they use. But dont use petrol, its explosive in many cases.





Just found out, Butane boils (ie becomes a gas) at -0.5c. So in other words, theres no butane left in your lighter. You are safe to proceed with lighter fluid.





Have also just found out: Lighter FLUID (not lighter GAS, which as you rightly say is butane) is normally Naptha, a petroleum distillate. Its not the same as napthalene. But basically you want to go and by a bottle of lighter fluid for wick type lighters.|||If you leave your lighter open for a couple of days, all the butane will evaporate and you can safely refill it with lighter fluid. There is no reaction that will occur between the two types of fuel, so you're safe on that front; I'd just worry about a minor explosion if you light the zippo that's under a blanket of combustible gas like butane.

What stores in Nova Scotia can I buy a Zippo lighter from?

Alls I want is a brand name zippo lighter but I can't seem to find any. Could someone tell me what stores would sell them?|||Can't help you there but you can buy pretty much any zippo on zippo.com|||any good tobacco shop should have them.


i know the sell them at sears engraving booths, the do here in truro

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What are the major differences in the zippo armor from the regular zippo.?

is there really any advantage to an armor zippo or is it just a waste of extra money?|||an armor zippo just has like 3d designs on it. i would just get a regular one

Is it legal for a minor to posses a zippo lighter?

Can a minor that is 14 years old posses a zippo lighter with fluid in it, btw I live in arizona if that helps, thank you!|||There are no laws that say a minor can't possess a lighter (zippo or otherwise). Though, if you are caught with a drug (IE weed) they can call the lighter drug paraphernalia (If they wanna be *****).|||Yes, it is perfectly legal. However, there are many people, hearts filled with fear and stupidity, who will say no and try to take it away from you. As a matter of fact, it is also perfectly legal for someone your age to possess a pocket knife up to a certain size limited by state law, or to even possess a firearm with proper licenses and training safety classes all signed off on by adult/parental supervision.|||Not in Arizona. Some states prohibit giving butane lighters to children, with exceptions under parental or teacher supervision.|||Yes you can, you just cannot be caught using it will any drugs.|||No its not but if u have joints or cigs or tobacco on you, thts illegal...|||Dnt think so Ik in Maryland u cnt b a minor|||Depends in the state law. I'm not sure if it's legal or not, but in MD you get carded for buying lighters|||idk but i found a normal lighter and kept it

Can I bring a zippo lighter without fluid on an airplane?

I'm taking a trip to Vegas, and I really want to pick up a Zippo lighter when I'm there. But, if i can't bring it back on the plane I won't buy one. I will empty out all the lighter fluid to transport it, but does anyone know if I can get it through? Oh and I am checking my bag.|||You can bring a Zippo lighter in your carry on luggage with fuel. The ban on common lighters was lifted a few years ago, "torch type" lighters remained banned. If you do put it in your checked luggage, it must not have any fuel.





I travel frequenty with a lighter in my carry on luggage and have never had one confiscated. Here's the TSA policy on lighters:


http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/sop/index.s鈥?/a>|||According to the TSA website:


Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. If you are uncertain as to whether your lighter is prohibited, please leave it at home.





Torch lighters are banned completely.





If you want to avoid the hassle just buy the lighter online and have it shipped to your house.


http://www.zippo.com|||No they will not. My cousin only uses zippos and she had to throw hers out. And yes even without fluid. Leave it or ship it.|||don't keep it in your carry-on

How to make my zippo lighter more reliable?

My zippo lighter is unreliable and will only sometimes work.





I have replaced my wick and keep it full, yet it still lights less than 10% of the time I spark it.





anyone know of some tips to make it more reliable?|||First, use only Zippo or Ronson fuel... other fuels can leave carbon or waxy residues. They also may not ignite reliably.





SECOND, take a Q-Tip soaked in fuel and wipe clean all the sooty deposits in the chimney and around the flint %26amp; flint wheel (Best done with the wick OUT). These deposits can prevent the spark from reaching the wick.





AND of course, you can always make use of Zippo's repair services.





GOOD LUCK|||if it is a genuine zippo, send it back to the factory, they are guaranteed forever...if it is a knock off, just get another one....you might want to change the wick|||Have you replaced the flint too?





http://www.google.com/products?q=zippo+f鈥?/a>|||I Mine does that But when I light it backwards then frontwards i get a flame

How often do you have to refill a zippo?

I don't smoke so I don't know. I just bought someone a zippo as a gift...%26amp; now I'm wondering how often he will have to refill it %26amp; if he will get annoyed with that...lol! And what do you use to refill them %26amp; how much are the refills?|||the refill is very cheap, its like 2 dollars. usually u may have to refill it after perhaps, two weeks, (i personally refill it only after 3 weeks or more) if he or she smokes heavilly. however, people do not mind, as thats the 'colours' of having and owning a zippo. besides that, usually zippo owners bring their zippos usually when they think the occasion is important to them, in which maybe a touch of elegance by using is a zippo is needed, and sometimes that occasion could just be a drink at a bar with friends. the point here is that, they might just carry a normal lighter if the feel that its not necessary to bring their zippos along. bout the refill can, usually there'll be a tip that will allow the oil to be filled into the zippo.





and one more thing, a person who appreciates other people gifts will never get annoyed about the gifts he or she received. so don't bother bout it. :P