Vintage 1959 Zippo Lighter M.S. Kaplan Co Chicago Advertising Candy Stripe Box For Sale

Title: Vintage 1959 Zippo Lighter - M.S. Kaplan Co. Chicago Advertising w/ Original Red Candy Stripe Box & PaperworkItem Specifics:

• Brand: Zippo
• Year: 1959 (Confirmed by 3 dots left, 4 dots right bottom stamp)
• Country of Manufacture: United States
• Theme: Industrial / Steel & Scrap Iron / Chicago Local History
• Box Included: Yes (Original Red & White Candy Stripe Box)
• Paperwork Included: Yes (Original Guarantee / Instruction Leaflet)

Full Description:
Up for sale is a beautiful, 100% factory-original 1959 Zippo windproof pocket lighter featuring vibrant red-lettered advertising for the historic M.S. Kaplan Company (\"Your Chicago Broker\"), located at 231 So. La Salle St.This is a true collector’s \"Full Set\" bundle that includes the highly coveted, period-correct original red-and-white candy stripe cardboard box and the original folded Zippo guarantee instruction booklet.Condition Details:

• Outer Case: Authentic 1959 regular-sized case featuring the script Zippo logo and Patent number 2517191. The red enamel advertising text is fully legible, sharp, and highly presentable. The hinge remains sturdy with minimal wobble.
• Internal Insert: 100% period-correct matching 1959 insert. Features the correct open/hollow wheel rivet, magnetic steel body structure, and matching patent stamps.
• Functionality: The lighter has been used previously and currently does not spark. The original flint has naturally degraded/turned to dust over time in storage and will need to be cleared/replaced by the buyer to return it to active sparking condition.
• Box & Paperwork: The iconic candy stripe box is structurally intact with good color. The paper guarantee leaflet shows normal age-appropriate toning but is fully legible without heavy tearing.

Please review all photos carefully to assess cosmetic condition details. This historical piece of mid-century Americana and Chicago industrial history will make an exceptional addition to any advanced Zippo or advertising collection.Ships promptly and securely packaged. Offers are welcome!70