ZIPPO LIGHTER 1949 3 BARREL GRIDIRON DINNER NEWSPAPER GUILD TWIN CITIES - READ For Sale

This recent estate find is a VINTAGE 1949 ZIPPO LIGHTER with ENGRAVINGS for the GRIDIRON DINNER held by the NEWSPAPER GUILD OF THE TWIN CITIES - see details below:

• 3 Barrel Hinge PAT 2032695
• Last group of 3 barrel Zippos! The first 6 months of 1949 was the last time the 3 barrel hinge was used on Zippo lighters (the last 6 months of 1949 began using 5 barrels)
• 16 Hole Chimney 
• Diagonal lines on the striking wheel
• Insert looks to be from 1950 (PAT 2517191)
• Measures approximately 1-1/2"W x 2-1/4"L
• Engraved JOHN RIDDELL on back side
• Engraved "Newspaper Guild of The Twin Cities Gridiron Dinner 1949" on front side (This dinner was a major event and took place at the Hotel Lowry in St. Paul, Minnesota. The tradition was a "roast" of local politicians, business leaders, news media, etc. with a focus on honoring a local leader who had done the most for humanity and the community.)
• Lighter is in very good condition for use and age with some expected wear. Insert looks to be from 1950. Please see condition description and all pictures and to see more vintage and antique collectibles from this estate, other estates and several picks just visit my store link. THANK YOU for looking!!