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For your consideration is a highly collectible Vintage 1953–1955 Zippo Windproof Lighter featuring the corporate script logo of the historic Chance Vought Aircraft Company. This specific promotional piece aligns perfectly with the era when Vought transitioned into an independent corporation (1954), making it a fantastic crossover piece for aviation, military, and tobacciana collectors alike.
Key Features & Authenticity:
• The Case: Features the classic "Zorro" script Zippo logo on the bottom stamp with PAT. 2517191 and the ® symbol, without date code dots.
• The Insert: 100% period-correct and original matching inner unit featuring the matching PAT. 2517191 Ⓡ bottom text stamp and block-letter instructions.
