When were Ronson lighters invented?

July 20, 1898, Newark, New Jersey, United States
Ronson/Founded

Are old Ronson lighters worth anything?

Production of successful lighter models ran in huge numbers, and these tend to remain low-value items. However, with Zippo and Ronson for instance, the earliest models are very scarce and therefore more valuable. That being said, older lighters are usually scarce, especially the ones in a great condition.

What is the oldest cigarette lighter?

One of the first lighters was the Döbereiner Lamp (or Döbereiner’s lighter), invented in 1823 by the German chemist Johann Wolfgang Döbereiner and from then the lighter continued its evolution for decades – for example, in 1961 the brand Cricket launched the first disposable lighter ever.

Who owns Ronsonol?

Zippo Manufacturing Company
The RONSON and RONSONOL brands are part of the Zippo Manufacturing Company family of brands. The product line for the brands continue to be lighters, fuel and related accessories, marketed and sold in the United States, Canada and Mexico at retailers and online.

When was the cigarette lighter invented?

1823
In 1823, German chemist Johann Wolfgang Döbereiner invented what is often considered to be the first lighter.

What are old cigarette lighters worth?

Therefore, you can easily find an antique lighter for anywhere between $25-$100. For example, in one online auction, this antique table lighter sold for $50.

Are lighters collectible?

The lighter was invented less than a century ago and has since become an extremely popular collector’s item, available in every imaginable shape and style.

What do you do with old cigarette lighters?

Empty lighters should be disposed of in the trash. Make sure they are completely empty before disposal. Unused or partially used lighters should be brought to the household hazardous waste collection sites for free.

Who owns Zippo now?

George B. Duke
Today, George B. Duke, Mr. Blaisdell’s grandson, is the sole owner and Chairman of the Board of Zippo. Mark Paup is the company’s President and CEO.

How does Ronson lighter work?

On some Ronson lighters, this screw is in the same hole where you fill the lighter with butane. Insert the butane tip into the inlet valve on the lighter. Hold the lighter and the butane upside down when filling or you will get air into the lighter causing it not to work correctly.

Where can I buy a Ronson cigarette lighter?

Ronson International Limited, registered in Northampton, England, sells a limited range of lighters branded with the Ronson logo to an international market (with the exception of Australia, Canada, Japan and USA).

What kind of lighters did Ronson have in the 1930s?

Ronson offered a variety of animal striker lighters. Some of the other animals include an elephant, a very Art Deco pelican and a bear. A menagerie of Art Metal Works striker lighters for Ronson. Image from 1stdibs.com A 1936 Ronson Lighter advertisement featuring the Hound Dog striker.

What was the first light made by Ronson?

The Octette was designed by Ronson`s chief designer at the time, Frederick Kaupman, and it was the first Touch Tip lighter. Made from 1935. Hight 3-5/8″ or 92 mm. Even though the Wonderliter and the Lite-O-Rite are Strike Lighters too, they are presented elsewhere on the page.

When was the first Ronson touch tip lighter made?

The Urban Cummings book lists 83 Touch Tips, many in various finishes, and all beautiful works of art. The Octette was designed by Ronson`s chief designer at the time, Frederick Kaupman, and it was the first Touch Tip lighter. Made from 1935. Hight 3-5/8″ or 92 mm.