1951-1953 Zippo Plain Chrome PAT PEND Windproof Pocket Lighter Pitting Untested For Sale

Zippo regular-size windproof pocket lighter with a plain silver-tone chrome case. The bottom is stamped ZIPPO MFG. CO. BRADFORD, PA., MADE IN ZIPPO U.S.A., PAT. 2517191 and PAT. PEND. Its reviewed case manufacture period is 1951-1953. Both broad faces show extensive scratches, pitting and yellow-brown spots with additional wear around the edges. The removable Zippo-marked insert is pictured with a darkened chimney, wick, wheel, cam and felt pad. Includes the pictured case and insert; no box is pictured. Working condition and fuel retention are unverified. Insert and other part originality are unconfirmed. Ships empty; no fuel included.