Zippo Pattern Design Color Image Black Matte Windproof Lighter (48733)
About this item
- Genuine Zippo windproof flame that lights dependably in wind and outdoors thanks to the all-metal windproof chimney
- Color Image Flame Pattern art: the iconic Zippo flame anchored in a bold concentric rainbow on a soft black matte case
- Printed-on, scratch-resistant Color Image graphic over solid brass, built for everyday pocket carry
- Fully refillable, so you replace fuel, flint, and wick instead of the lighter for a lifetime of use
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free
- Compact 1.5 x 0.5 x 2.25 in case that drops easily into a pocket, ships empty and ready for premium lighter fluid
Product description
The Zippo Flame Pattern Black Matte Windproof Lighter (48733) is a genuine, refillable Zippo from the Color Image collection. A soft black matte brass case carries the iconic Zippo flame at the center of a bold concentric rainbow, and underneath the art sits the same windproof, flint-wheel mechanism Zippo has built since 1932. It carries Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee. Our Hosts stock and handle this lighter at El Paso Smoke Shops, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it on the shelf right now.
The Color Image Flame Pattern, Up Close
The 48733 belongs to Zippo’s Color Image collection, the line that uses Zippo’s full-color printing to wrap vivid artwork around the classic case. This design places the unmistakable Zippo flame icon dead center, then radiates a concentric rainbow outward across the black matte field, so the single flame reads as the source of every color. The art is printed onto the case rather than stickered on, which keeps the graphic crisp and the lid flush. It is a loud, collectible look on an otherwise understated matte body, which is exactly why Color Image pieces are popular with both daily carriers and Zippo collectors.
Black Matte Finish and Windproof Build
The case is solid brass with a black matte finish that hides fingerprints and gives a low-glare, soft-touch feel in the hand. Open the lid and you get the distinctive Zippo click, then a single strike of the flint wheel lights the wick. The windproof chimney is the heart of every Zippo: it shields the flame so it stays lit in wind and outdoors where a basic lighter would blow out. The all-metal construction is built to be carried, dropped in a pocket, and used for years.
Fuel, Flints, and Everyday Care
Like every Zippo, the 48733 ships empty for safe transport, so fill it before first use. Slowly saturate the packing material with Zippo premium lighter fluid and stop once the fluid reaches the top of the packing. Fuel evaporates over time even when the lighter sits unused, so keep the lid closed and top it off before you head out. The flint wears down with normal striking and will need replacing every few weeks for an average user. The wick darkens with carbon over time, and when the flame shrinks or the wick stays black after a trim or two, fit a replacement wick to restore a clean burn. Because the case is fully refillable, you maintain this Zippo for years instead of replacing it.
Zippo's Lifetime Guarantee
This lighter is covered by the world-famous Zippo lifetime guarantee, summed up by Zippo as “it works or Zippo fixes it free.” The guarantee is Zippo’s, and Zippo performs any free mechanical repair: if the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to Zippo and they repair it at no charge. El Paso Smoke Shops sells you the genuine lighter; Zippo stands behind the hardware for life. Printed artwork and normal finish wear are cosmetic and are not covered by the mechanical guarantee, so the care steps above keep the Color Image design looking its best.
El Paso Smoke Shops runs 9 locations across El Paso, TX, and our Hosts handle genuine Zippo lighters like the Flame Pattern Black Matte 48733 first-hand. Stock varies by store, so use the live availability on this page to see which El Paso location has it before you head over. Lighters are sold to adults 21 and older with a valid photo ID, and the lighter ships empty, so add fuel before first use.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Model
- 48733
- Collection
- Color Image
- Design
- Pattern With Flame Design
- Design Category
- Theme
- Finish
- Black 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
Will the Flame Pattern Color Image print scratch or wear off the black matte case?
It holds up well to normal use. Zippo applies the Color Image artwork with a printing process that produces a scratch-resistant finish made to stand up to everyday wear. It is scratch-resistant, not scratch-proof, so sharp objects or hard pressure can still mark it. Keep it in a pocket on its own rather than against keys or coins and the rainbow flame design stays crisp for years.
Does the Zippo 48733 come filled with lighter fluid?
No. Every Zippo, including this one, ships with an empty fuel chamber because shipping regulations do not allow filled lighters to be transported. You add fuel before first use. A filled Zippo lasts roughly two weeks with regular use and evaporates slowly even when idle, so keep the lid closed and top it off before you go out.
Is the 48733 a real windproof Zippo that works in wind?
Yes. This is a genuine all-metal Zippo with the trademark click and the windproof chimney that shields the flame, so it stays lit in wind and outdoors where a basic lighter blows out. It is a refillable flame lighter for everyday use, not a vape or any kind of concealment device.
How do I replace the flint in this Zippo when it stops sparking?
When the wheel spins without a strong spark, the flint is spent. Lift the inner unit out of the case, use a small screwdriver or coin to back out the spring screw at the base, tip out the old flint, then drop in a fresh one. Genuine replacement flints seat best. Replace the spring and screw it back in lightly and the wheel sparks again.
How does Zippo's lifetime guarantee work on this lighter?
The mechanism is covered for life by Zippo. As Zippo puts it, "it works or Zippo fixes it free." If the lighter ever stops working mechanically, you send it to Zippo and they repair it at no charge. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the genuine lighter and Zippo honors the repair guarantee. Note that the printed art and normal finish wear are cosmetic and are not part of the mechanical guarantee.
Where is the Zippo Flame Pattern Black Matte made?
Zippo manufactures its windproof lighters, including the 48733, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA, where the company has built them since 1932. The Color Image artwork is also applied at Zippo, so the case and the design are both genuine Zippo.
Sales restricted to adults 21 and older; a valid government-issued photo ID is required. This is a windproof, refillable flame lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. It ships with an empty fuel chamber for safe transport, so premium lighter fluid is sold separately and must be added before first use. Stock varies by store, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso Smoke Shops location has it in stock.
