Vintage/Antique NASSAU Pat. 1905/1911 RARE Pocket Lighter Club Model
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:4269939 | Brand: NASSAU |
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States | Featured Refinements: Torch Lighter |
Color: Silver |
This was in my great-grandfather's effects, so I presume it belonged to him or his father. Dimensions: H: 3 1/2" L: 1 1/2" W: 1/2". The lid snaps open easily and strongly with the push of a button. Inside is the remains of a wick & a round flint. One side is virtually flawless, but with a streak of discoloration tha...t isn't too noticeable. The other side has a few scratches and dents, most noticeably one rather large one on the flip top. This doesn't impede its opening at all.
The bottom is stamped with NASSAU Pat. Dec. 26, 1905/Pat. Oct. 1911. There is the torch logo to the left. All can be readily seen, though the bottom line is a bit faded. My camera is not powerful enough to pick up how cleanly the words can be seen.
I have no idea if this works or needs parts. When I snap it open, there is what appears to be a light trail of "smoke" that gushes up from it - but could this be dust? (Doesn't seem that dusty inside.) Anyway, I am too scared to pour fuel inside and try it, so that's up to you. Sold as is!