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KW lighter

By alibabette, 9 February, 2009
Description

This lighter uses a flint ,no need for a wick for it has a permanent fibre optic mechanism.A separate chamber for butane lighter fluid and the lighter can operate for as long as one year without  re-fuelling!With a flint in,it sparks very well.I have not tried it wih fuel but I  don't think it would leak.No sratches or dents ,only some corrosion inside the sheath.The outside casing might need a little cleaning to restore it's luster.I would say that,overall,it is in great condition.For more information on the `System Ruetz`patent,Goole :Karl Weiden,Solingen,Germany.

Category
Tobacciana
Medium
14k gold
Distinguishing marks
KW "System Ruetz". 14k Birks Germany
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
3"long,3"high,1"1/16 width in the middle,1/2"wide in the front
Date Period
mid 50's to 70's
Weight
wild guess:1/4 pound
History
It was given to me by a client wehen I worked for a bank in Ontario,Canada.All I know was what I found on Googlewhen I typed in:Karl Weiden,Solingen,Germany.I believe that it had been ordered by our high-end jewelry store,Henry Birks and sons.,Montreal,Quebec.It might have been a special order,I do not know and the lady that gave it to me has passed away.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
Gift.
For Sale?
No
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