Vintage 1954-1957 Cameron Iron Works Zippo Lighter – Patent Pending – All Origin For Sale

Up for sale is a rare, highly collectible piece of oilfield history: an original mid-1950s Cameron Iron Works Zippo lighter. This \'Patent Pending\' model features the PAT. 2517191 stamp and the period-correct 5-barrel hinge. The corporate logo is an engraved design with original paint still visible. Most importantly, this lighter is a true survivor; it includes the original matching insert and the original wire-free white asbestos wick, indicating it hasn\'t been modernized or serviced with modern parts. The hinge is slightly loose but original and functional, and the lighter still functions. A fantastic addition for any Zippo enthusiast or oil and gas industry collector.