Zippo Retro Zippo Design Color Image Red Matte Windproof Lighter (48998)
Sobre este producto
- Genuine Zippo windproof flame that holds in wind, with the signature Zippo snap and click
- Bold Red Matte case in the Color Image collection, printed with a retro design of favorite Zippo icons over a checkered background
- Solid all-metal brass case in the Classic shape, refillable for a lifetime instead of disposable
- Fingerprint-resistant matte finish that keeps a clean, low-glare look in everyday pocket carry
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free
- Made in the USA at Zippo's Bradford, Pennsylvania plant and packaged in a Zippo gift box
Descripción del producto
The Zippo Retro Design Red Matte Windproof Lighter (item No. 48998) pairs Zippo’s signature windproof flame with a bold red matte case and a playful retro print. It belongs to Zippo’s Color Image collection, runs on premium lighter fluid, refills again and again, and carries Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. El Paso Smoke Shops stocks Zippo lighters across our 10 El Paso, TX locations; check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has the 48998 right now.
A retro tribute in Color Image
The art on the 48998 is a retro design of your favorite Zippo icons laid over a checkered background, reproduced through Zippo’s Color Image full-color printing process on a smooth red matte case. Color Image is the modern descendant of the Etch Paint method Zippo developed soon after its 1932 founding, and it lets intricate, multi-color artwork wrap the case crisply. The matte surface is satisfyingly fingerprint-resistant and gives the bright red and the icon print a clean, low-glare look in the hand. This is a decorative collectible finish: the design is printed for looks, so we describe the art honestly rather than promising it is indestructible.
Windproof by design
Every 48998 is a genuine Zippo windproof lighter, which means the wind-resistant chimney and the dependable spark keep a flame going where a cheap flame would blow out, handy on a breezy El Paso afternoon. It opens and closes with the unmistakable Zippo snap, the signature click collectors know. The case is solid all-metal brass with the Classic case shape, built to be carried for years rather than thrown away. It is a pocket lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device.
Fueling and everyday care
Like every new Zippo, the 48998 ships empty because US Department of Transportation rules require lighters to travel with an empty tank, so you fill it before the first use. Use a fluid (naphtha) lighter fluid such as Zippo premium lighter fluid; butane will not work in this lighter. Saturate the packing material slowly and stop when the fluid reaches the top of the packing, and never overfill, since an overfilled lighter can leak. Fluid evaporates even when the lighter sits unused, so plan to refuel roughly once a week or before heading out, and keep the lid fully closed for a tight seal that slows evaporation. Clean the matte case with a soft, non-abrasive cloth.
Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee
This lighter carries Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee, summed up as “it works or Zippo fixes it free.” If the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to Zippo’s Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and Zippo repairs it free, with no receipt and no time limit. The guarantee covers mechanical function only; it does not cover the decorative Color Image print, surface scratches, loss, or theft. To be clear about who does what: El Paso Smoke Shops sells you the lighter, and Zippo honors the repair.
Bold color, a real windproof flame, a refillable brass case, and a guarantee that follows the lighter for life make the Zippo Retro Design Red Matte 48998 an easy pick for a daily-carry lighter or a gift, and it arrives in a Zippo gift box. Check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso Smoke Shops store has it, or ask our Hosts to help you find it.
Especificaciones
- Marca
- Zippo
- Model
- 48998
- Collection
- Color Image
- Design
- Retro Zippo Design
- Design Category
- Theme
- Finish
- Red Matte
- 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 is the retro design on the Zippo 48998 Color Image lighter?
The 48998 features a retro design of favorite Zippo icons set over a checkered background, printed in full color on a red matte case using Zippo's Color Image process. Color Image evolved from Zippo's early Etch Paint method and reproduces detailed, multi-color artwork across the case. It is a decorative print, so the art is for looks rather than a functional coating.
Does the Zippo Retro Design lighter come with fluid, or does it ship empty?
It ships empty. US Department of Transportation rules require every new Zippo to travel with an empty tank, so you fill it yourself before the first use. Fill it slowly until the packing is saturated, and avoid overfilling so it does not leak. We sell the lighter dry, ready for you to fuel.
Can I use butane in the Zippo 48998?
No. This is a fluid windproof lighter that runs on naphtha-based premium lighter fluid, not a butane lighter, so butane will not work in it. Stick to a fluid lighter fluid for a reliable windproof flame.
How do I keep the Zippo 48998 sparking and lit over time?
Refuel roughly once a week or before you head out, since the fluid evaporates even when the lighter sits idle, and keep the lid fully closed for a tighter seal. Over time the wear parts are easy to renew: swap in fresh replacement flints when the spark weakens, and fit a replacement wick when the top of the wick chars or frays.
Is the Zippo matte finish durable, or will the design scratch off?
The red matte finish is fingerprint-resistant and holds up well to everyday pocket carry, and many owners report only minimal wear after months of use. Like any painted or printed finish it can eventually show scratches or wear with heavy use, so clean it with a soft, non-abrasive cloth and expect the case to develop character over the years.
How does Zippo's lifetime guarantee work on this lighter?
Every genuine Zippo is backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee, "it works or Zippo fixes it free," with no receipt and no time limit. If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to Zippo's Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and Zippo repairs it free; the guarantee covers mechanical function, not the decorative Color Image print or surface scratches. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter, and Zippo honors the repair.
Must be 21+ with a valid government-issued ID to purchase. This is a windproof open-flame pocket lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. It ships empty: lighter fluid is sold separately and must be added before first use. Use only premium (naphtha) lighter fluid, not butane. Keep away from children and use responsibly.
