Zippo Mystical Frog Design Windproof Lighter, High Polish Green (48973)
Sobre este producto
- Whimsical Color Image art of a friendly frog perched on a mushroom, printed on a dazzling High Polish Green brass case
- Genuine Zippo windproof design shields the flame so it lights and stays lit in wind, with the signature Zippo click
- Refillable for a lifetime of use, so you top it off instead of throwing it away (fuel, flints, and wick sold separately)
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free, regardless of age
- Solid brass, all-metal construction made in Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA
- Arrives in a Zippo gift box, ready to give; ships empty for safety
Descripción del producto
The Zippo Mystical Frog Design Windproof Lighter (model 48973) pairs a whimsical Color Image, a friendly frog perched proudly atop a vibrant mushroom, with the dependable mechanics that have made Zippo a pocket staple since 1933. The case is solid brass with a High Polish Green finish, it refills in seconds, and it is backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. Our Hosts stock and handle these across our El Paso stores, so the notes below come from hands-on familiarity with the lighter, not a spec sheet alone.
The Mystical Frog Design and Color Image Finish
This lighter belongs to Zippo’s Color Image line, the decorating method that prints full-color artwork directly onto the case. The art is a playful, fantasy-inspired scene: a friendly frog sitting atop a mushroom, set against a dazzling High Polish Green body. Zippo markets the Mystical Frog as a whimsical, enchanting piece rather than a design with a fixed symbolic meaning, which is exactly what makes it a popular pick for collectors who like nature, fantasy, and mushroom motifs. The High Polish Green case catches light from every angle, and the printed image stays put through normal pocket use.
Built Windproof, Made in Bradford
Every genuine Zippo windproof lighter is built around a chimney that shields the flame, so it lights and stays lit in wind where a standard flame would blow out. The 48973 is all-metal with a solid brass case and the unmistakable Zippo click when you flip the lid. Zippo manufactures these in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and has done so for decades. It is a flame lighter for cigars, candles, and outdoor use, not a vape and not a concealment device.
Refilling, Flints, and Wick Care
For safety, every Zippo ships empty, so you add fuel before first use. To refill, lift the insert out of the case, slowly saturate the packing with Zippo premium lighter fluid, and stop once the fluid reaches the top of the packing so it does not leak. A standard windproof Zippo holds roughly 4 ml. Fuel evaporates over time even when the lighter sits unused, so keep the lid closed and top off before you head out. The flint sparks the flame and wears down with use, so keep a pack of replacement flints on hand; an average user changes one every few weeks. The wick darkens with carbon over time and can be trimmed once or twice a year, and after a few trims you can install a replacement wick. Fuel, flints, and wicks are sold separately.
The Zippo Lifetime Guarantee
This lighter is covered by Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. The guarantee is functional rather than cosmetic, meaning Zippo restores the mechanism, the flint wheel, hinge, and windproof action, to working order regardless of the lighter’s age. The repair itself is performed by Zippo at no charge; you send the lighter to Zippo and they service it. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter, and Zippo honors the guarantee.
A Ready-to-Give Gift
The 48973 arrives in a Zippo gift box, so it is ready to give straight off the shelf. Compact at about 2.25 inches tall and just under two ounces, it slips into a pocket or bag easily. It makes an easy gift for a frog or mushroom fan, a collector building out the Color Image series, or anyone who appreciates a refillable lighter they can keep for life instead of tossing.
The Zippo Mystical Frog (48973) is a collectible piece of art and a genuinely useful, refillable windproof lighter in one solid brass body. Pick up fuel and flints when you grab it, and check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it in stock today. Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase.
Especificaciones
- Marca
- Zippo
- Model
- 48973
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Mystical Frog Design
- Design Category
- Fantasy
- Finish
- High Polish Green
- Case Material
- Brass
- Case Size
- Classic
- Dimensions
- 2.25 x 1.5 x 0.5 in
- Weight
- 2.0 oz
- Mechanism
- Windproof
- Refillable
- Yes
- Flint
- Replaceable
- Wick
- Replaceable
- Insert Type
- Standard
- Fuel
- Zippo Premium Lighter Fluid
- Compatibility
- Standard Zippo case (200 series)
- Lifetime Warranty
- Yes
- Made In
- Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA
Preguntas y Respuestas
What does the Zippo Mystical Frog design mean?
Zippo's Mystical Frog is a whimsical, fantasy-inspired Color Image rather than a design with a fixed symbolic meaning. It shows a friendly frog perched atop a mushroom on a High Polish Green case, giving it a playful, enchanting look that frog, nature, and mushroom fans tend to gravitate toward. It is part of Zippo's Color Image line, which prints full-color artwork directly onto the lighter.
Does the Zippo Mystical Frog lighter come with fluid?
No. For safety, every genuine Zippo ships empty, including the 48973, so you fill it before first use. We carry Zippo premium lighter fluid separately. A standard windproof Zippo holds roughly 4 ml; saturate the packing slowly and stop once the fluid reaches the top so it does not leak.
Is the Zippo Mystical Frog lighter refillable, and how do I refill it?
Yes, it is refillable for a lifetime of use. Lift the insert out of the brass case, slowly add Zippo premium lighter fluid into the packing, then drop the insert back in. Fuel evaporates over time even when unused, so keep the lid closed and refill before you head out.
How does Zippo's lifetime guarantee work on this lighter?
Zippo backs the 48973 with its lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. It is a functional guarantee, not a cosmetic one, so Zippo restores the mechanism to working order regardless of the lighter's age. You send the lighter to Zippo and they perform the repair at no charge. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter; Zippo honors the guarantee.
How often do I replace the flint and wick?
For an average user, the flint that sparks the flame wears down and needs changing about every few weeks, so it helps to keep a pack of replacement flints handy. The wick darkens with carbon over time and can be trimmed once or twice a year; after a few trims you can install a replacement wick. Both are sold separately.
Is the Zippo Mystical Frog lighter windproof, and where is it made?
Yes. Like all genuine Zippo windproof lighters, the 48973 has a chimney around the wick that shields the flame, so it lights and stays lit in wind that would blow out an ordinary flame. The case is solid brass with an all-metal build, and Zippo manufactures it in Bradford, Pennsylvania.
Is the Zippo Mystical Frog lighter available at El Paso Smoke Shops?
El Paso Smoke Shops carries the Mystical Frog (48973) in select stores across our 10 El Paso locations, and stock varies by store. Check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it right now. You must be 21 or older with valid ID to purchase a lighter.
Must be 21+ with a valid government-issued ID to purchase. This is a genuine Zippo windproof flame lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. For safety, it ships empty; fuel, flints, and wick are sold separately. Use responsibly and keep away from children. The lifetime guarantee is Zippo's: it works or Zippo fixes it free; El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter and Zippo performs any covered repair.
