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Used —Not working / for parts or repair(does not spark). Cosmetic wear from age/use.
Item specifics (copy/paste)
Brand:Elgin American
Model:American Beauty / Magic Action
Type: Vintage pocket lighter (2-piece: outer case + inner lighter)
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Materials: Metal (gold-tone/brass tone case; metal lighter body)
Color: Gold tone / Brass tone
Era: Mid-century (estimate)
Features: Magic Action / automatic-style mechanism
Included:Outer ribbed case + inner lighter(as shown)
Fuel: Ships empty (no fluid)
Description
For sale is avintage Elgin American “American Beauty” Magic Actionpocket lighter with itsmatching ribbed outer case. This is atrue 2-piece setup(removable outer sleeve + inner lighter), markedAmerican Beauty / Magic ActionandElgin Americanon the base (see photos).
Working condition
Currently does NOT sparkwhen actuated.
Likely needsa new flint and servicing/cleaning(soldas-isfor restoration/repair).
No fuel included. Ships empty.
Cosmetic condition
Honest vintage wear: surface scratches, patina/spotting, and age-related marks consistent with use and storage.
Please review all photos closely for condition and exact markings.
Approx size
Compact pocket size (see ruler photos for scale).
What you’ll receive
Keywords (for search)
Elgin American, American Beauty, Magic Action, vintage lighter, pocket lighter, cigarette case lighter, tobacciana, mid century lighter, collectible lighter, repair project, parts repair.
