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Add an extraordinary pair of authentic, original 1960s primary-source advertising prints from Zippo Manufacturing Company (Bradford, PA) to your collection.This historic 2-piece vintage print set features:
- 1962 WWII Combat Testimonial Ad: Famous headline reading "This Zippo lighter entered Berlin in 1945. It still works today." Features a dramatic night photo of a flaming 1941 Zippo with Major's oak leaf insignia, carried into Normandy, the Rhine assault, and Berlin by Lt. Col. J. E. Pearce.
- 1963 Christmas Model Catalog Ad: Comprehensive "Christmas shopping guide to Zippos" featuring 11 distinct models with original retail pricing, including the Brush-Finish, Lossproof Sports model, Crisscross Slim, Table Lighters, Sterling Silver, and rare 14K Solid Gold Zippos ($140-$175).
- Authentic Period Guarantee: Both ads highlight Zippo founder George G. Blaisdell's legendary promise: "If any Zippo ever fails to work, we'll fix it free!"An exceptional addition for Zippo lighter collectors, WWII military historians, tobacciana enthusiasts, and vintage advertising framing displays.Condition: Authentic vintage condition as shown. Full-page prints on glossy magazine paper with sharp black-and-white photography and crisp typography. Display neat period dates written in margins (June 1962 / Dec 1963) and authentic, light age-appropriate margin handling wear. Shipped flat with protective archival backing boards to ensure safe transit.
