Zippo Classic Purple Matte Windproof Lighter (237) in El Paso
About this item
- Windproof chimney design keeps a steady flame lit outdoors in wind that snuffs out disposable lighters
- Deep purple matte finish over a solid brass case: soft, low-glare, and fingerprint-friendly with no design to distract
- Refillable and fully rebuildable: top it off with premium lighter fluid and swap the flint and wick instead of throwing it away
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee, so it works or Zippo fixes it free if the mechanism ever fails
- Full-size Classic case with the signature snap close, the right everyday-carry weight, and a lasered bottom stamp
- Arrives empty in a Zippo gift box, ready for fuel and for gifting to a lighter user 21 or older
Product description
The Zippo Purple Matte 237 is a classic full-size windproof lighter with a brass case wrapped in a soft, low-glare deep purple matte coating. It is refillable, rebuildable, and carries Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. Like every Zippo, it arrives empty, so you fill it with premium lighter fluid before the first use. Our Hosts stock and handle these at El Paso Smoke Shops, and you can check the live availability on this page to see which of our El Paso, Texas stores has one ready today.
A clean purple matte with no design
The 237 is the plain version of Zippo’s Purple Matte line: a smooth, even deep purple coating with no artwork, logo, or graphic, just the brass case finished in a flat, fingerprint-friendly matte. The hinge and the underside carry Zippo’s standard lasered bottom stamp, which doubles as the date code many Guests like to read. If you want a lighter that looks understated in a pocket or makes a quiet base for a future custom engraving, the no-design purple matte is the one. The matte coating is a protective surface over solid brass, and with normal everyday carry it can soften and develop character over time, which is expected on any matte Zippo.
How the windproof flame works
Zippo’s windscreen is the whole point of the design. The perforated chimney feeds the right amount of oxygen and fuel to the wick so the flame keeps burning in wind that would snuff out a disposable. That same windproofing is why you cannot easily blow it out from the top. The correct way to extinguish a Zippo is to close the lid, which starves the flame of oxygen and gives you that signature snap. It is a flame source for legal, intended use only. This is not a vape and not a concealment device of any kind.
Fuel, flints, and wick
The 237 ships empty for safe transport, so the first thing to do is fill the insert with Zippo premium lighter fluid: lift the insert out of the case, raise the felt pad, saturate the cotton, and let it settle before you spark it. Fluid evaporates slowly even when the lighter sits unused, so most Guests top it off before a trip. The flint is a wear item that an average user replaces every few weeks using replacement flints, and the wick is trimmed once or twice a year and eventually swapped for a replacement wick when carbon buildup darkens it. Keeping the lighter fueled, flinted, and wicked is all the routine maintenance a Zippo asks for.
Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee
Every Zippo windproof lighter, including the Purple Matte 237, carries Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and Zippo repairs it at no charge, with no receipt and no time limit. We want to be clear about who does what here: El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter, and Zippo honors the guarantee and performs any repair. The guarantee covers mechanical function, not cosmetic wear, the matte coating, loss, or theft, which is normal for a working lighter built to last for decades.
Why buy it from El Paso Smoke Shops
El Paso Smoke Shops runs 10 locations across El Paso, Texas, and our Hosts stock, handle, and sell genuine Zippo windproof lighters every day. This Purple Matte 237 is carried at select stores rather than every location, so use the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store currently has it before you head over. The lighter comes in a Zippo gift box, which makes the no-design purple matte an easy, lasting gift for a lighter user 21 or older.
Bottom line: the Zippo Purple Matte 237 is a refillable, rebuildable, brass-cased windproof lighter with a clean deep purple matte finish and a lifetime guarantee from Zippo. Add premium lighter fluid, keep a flint and a wick on hand, and it can outlast almost anything else in your pocket. It ships empty, sold to Guests 21+ with valid ID, and you can confirm which El Paso store has it in the live availability above.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Reg Purple Matte
- Design Category
- Theme
- Finish
- Purple 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
Questions & Answers
Does the Zippo Purple Matte 237 come with lighter fluid?
No. Like every Zippo, the Purple Matte 237 ships empty for safe transport, so you fill it before the first light. Use genuine Zippo premium lighter fluid for the best performance. Lift the insert from the case, raise the felt pad, saturate the cotton, let it settle a few seconds, and it is ready to spark.
Will the purple matte finish wear off or chip over time?
The deep purple matte is a protective coating over a brass case, and like any matte Zippo it can soften, mark, and develop character with normal everyday carry. That patina is expected and is part of how a working Zippo ages. To keep it looking its best, wipe it with a soft, non-abrasive cloth and avoid spilling lighter fluid on the outside of the case.
How does the windproof flame work, and how do I put it out?
The perforated windscreen, or chimney, feeds oxygen and fuel to the wick so the flame stays lit in wind. Because of that, you cannot easily blow it out from the top. The correct way to extinguish a Zippo is to close the lid, which cuts off the oxygen and gives you the signature snap. It is a flame source for lawful, intended use only and is not a vape or a concealment device.
What does Zippo's lifetime guarantee cover on the 237?
Every Zippo windproof lighter carries Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and Zippo repairs it at no charge, with no receipt and no time limit. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter and Zippo performs the repair. The guarantee covers mechanical function, not cosmetic wear, the matte coating, loss, or theft.
How do I refill it, and how often do I replace the flint and wick?
Refill it whenever the flame gets weak by saturating the cotton inside the insert with premium lighter fluid. The flint is a wear part that an average user swaps every few weeks using replacement flints. The wick is trimmed once or twice a year and eventually changed for a replacement wick once carbon buildup darkens it and reduces the flame.
Is the 237 a full-size Zippo, and where is it made?
Yes. The 237 is the Classic full-size case, the standard Zippo footprint at about 2.25 inches tall, not the narrower Slim version. Every Zippo windproof lighter, including this one, is made in Bradford, Pennsylvania, where Zippo has manufactured them since 1932.
For Guests 21+ only; valid government-issued photo ID is required to purchase. This Zippo windproof lighter ships empty and contains no fuel: add Zippo premium lighter fluid (sold separately) before use. It is a flame source for lawful, intended use only and is not a vape or a concealment device. Use and store responsibly, keep away from children, and extinguish by closing the lid. Availability varies by store, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso Smoke Shops location has it.
