1952 Zippo Chrome Steel Pocket Lighter Mismatched Insert Heavy Rust Untested For Sale

Zippo regular windproof pocket lighter with a plain chrome-finished steel body and a mismatched Zippo insert. The bottom is stamped ZIPPO, PAT. 2032695 and MADE IN U.S.A.; the reviewed inventory separately records the case year as 1952. The case and lid have heavy scratches, finish loss, brown rust and pitting with additional wear around the hinge and edges. The insert shows staining, abrasion and a darkened wick; the cam, wheel, perforated chimney, felt pad and screw are photographed. This is a heavily worn collectible requiring in-hand mechanical inspection before use. Operation is unverified. The photographed case and mismatched insert are included. Other part originality is unconfirmed. Ships empty; no fuel included.