Vintage 1950s Penguin Jeep Automatic Lighter Swiss Switzerland Souvenir For Sale

For sale is a vintage 1950s/1960s \"Jeep\" model automatic petrol pocket lighter, manufactured in Japan by the well-known Penguin brand. This mid-century travel souvenir piece is highly collectible and beautifully decorated.The body features a wrap-around graphic panel showcasing a central illustration of a couple standing with the national Swiss flag against an alpine mountain backdrop. The graphic is elegantly flanked on both sides by a classic brown and cream houndstooth check pattern. The top chrome mechanism hood is cleanly stamped with the \"JEEP\" model name.This lighter features an automatic mechanical \"squeeze\" mechanism—pressing down on the top lever automatically snaps open the snuffer cap and strikes the internal flint wheel simultaneously.Condition Details:

• Mechanical function: Fully functional and working.
• Mechanism: The automatic thumb-press lever snaps open quickly with strong spring action and excellent tension.
• Spark/Fuel: It produces a strong, reliable spark. It simply requires standard lighter fluid added to the internal wick chamber to be lit.
• Cosmetic wear: The chrome plating is bright and clean with only minor surface wear from age. The wrap-around graphic is completely intact with minimal vintage aging or yellowing. Please see all high-resolution photos for exact condition.

Measurements:

• Standard vintage pocket lighter size.

A beautiful and unique piece of mid-century tobaccoriana, perfect for collectors of vintage lighters or Swiss travel memorabilia.Shipping & Handling:
To comply with postal safety regulations, the lighter will be shipped completely dry with no fuel inside. It will be carefully padded, securely packed, and shipped promptly with tracking.