Description

​VINTAGE PLAYBOY BUNNY POCKET LIGHTER — MID-CENTURY (c. 1960s–1970s)

​Up for auction/sale is a vintage mid-century automatic-style pocket lighter featuring a sleek black finish with polished chrome hardware. The body is prominently decorated with the iconic white Playboy Bunny Head logo with bow tie, and "PLAYBOY" is stamped into the top chrome housing next to the mechanism.

​ERA:

Circa 1960s – 1970s (Mid-Century).

​CONDITION DETAILS — SOLD AS-IS / UNTESTED:

• ​Functionality: This item is sold strictly as-is and untested for restoration, parts, or display purposes.
• ​Mechanism: The top flip lever operates when pressed, but the flint wheel / spark wheel is currently stuck/stiff and does not spin freely. It will require servicing, cleaning, and a fresh flint to test functionality.
• ​Cosmetic Condition: Shows authentic vintage wear throughout. The chrome housing exhibits surface tarnish, pitting, and light plating wear. The black body paneling has mild surface scuffs and edge wear consistent with age and handling.

• ​Fuel / Flint: Fuel chamber and wicking have not been inspected or filled due to age.

​Please examine all photos carefully as they form part of the item description. Feel free to reach out with any questions prior to purchase!  

VINTAGE LIGHTER CONDITION DISCLAIMER

This is a vintage lighter being sold in its present, as-found condition. I originally acquired these lighters as part of a personal collection and am now offering them for sale.

Please note that this lighter has not been tested for functionality. I have not attempted to ignite or operate it, and its working condition is unknown. It may simply require routine maintenance, such as a new flint, fuel, or other minor servicing; however, I cannot guarantee that it will function.

Some of these vintage lighters appear to be unused or in exceptionally well-preserved condition. Please carefully review all photographs, which are considered part of the description.

Sold AS-IS, with no guarantee or warranty of functionality. Please purchase with the understanding that this is a vintage, untested collectible.