Zippo Gamer ‘Play & Win’ Design Lighter, Purple Matte (49157) in El Paso
About this item
- Neon video-game controller and 'Play & Win' artwork printed by Zippo's Color Image process for sharp, long-lasting color on a soft purple matte case
- Windproof chimney design keeps a steady flame outdoors where ordinary lighters blow out
- Refillable for a lifetime of use: re-flint, rewick, and refuel instead of throwing it away
- Solid brass Classic-size case with the signature welded-hinge lid and satisfying click
- Made in Bradford, Pennsylvania and backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee (it works or Zippo fixes it free)
- Collectible everyday-carry pick for gamers, stocked locally for in-store pickup in El Paso
Product description
The Zippo Gamer ‘Play & Win’ lighter (model 49157) is a refillable, windproof pocket lighter that wraps Zippo’s classic brass case in a soft purple matte finish, then prints a glowing neon video-game controller and arcade-style ‘Play & Win’ script across the front. It is part of Zippo’s USA Decorated lineup, made in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. El Paso Smoke Shops stocks it as a collectible everyday-carry flame. Stock varies by store, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it.
The Gamer 'Play & Win' Design
The standout here is the artwork: a bright neon game controller paired with a bold ‘Play & Win’ script that reads like a glowing arcade marquee against the purple matte case. Zippo prints this using its Color Image process, which lays full-color graphics directly onto the lighter so the neon look stays crisp and saturated rather than faded or sticker-thin. The purple matte finish keeps the surface low-gloss and easy to grip, giving the controller art extra pop. It is a natural pick for gamers, collectors, and anyone who wants a pocket lighter with personality instead of a plain chrome shell.
Windproof Flame, Bradford-Built Since 1932
Underneath the Gamer graphics sits the same windproof Zippo that George G. Blaisdell introduced in Bradford, Pennsylvania in 1932. The rectangular brass case, the welded-hinge lid with its signature click, and the chimney that surrounds the wick all work together to shelter the flame, which is why a Zippo stays lit in wind that would blow out a basic butane lighter. This is a Classic-size case, the standard Zippo footprint, so it sits comfortably in a pocket and fits the full range of Zippo inserts and accessories.
Refill It, Re-Flint It, Rewick It
A Zippo is built to last for decades because every wear part is serviceable. Like all Zippo windproof lighters, the 49157 ships with an empty fuel chamber for safe transport, so it needs to be filled before first use: lift out the insert, saturate the felt packing with premium lighter fluid until it reaches the top of the packing, then wipe the lighter and your hands dry before sparking it. The flint is a consumable that an average user swaps roughly every few weeks, and a fresh set of replacement flints keeps the strike-wheel throwing a strong spark. The cotton wick lasts much longer but eventually needs trimming and, after several trims, a replacement wick restores easy lighting. Should the lighter ever stop working, Zippo’s lifetime guarantee means it works or Zippo fixes it free: you send the lighter to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford and they repair or replace it at no charge for the mechanism. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter, and Zippo honors the guarantee.
Pick It Up in El Paso
El Paso Smoke Shops is a local chain with 10 El Paso locations, and our Hosts handle and stock Zippo lighters in person, so the photos and specs on this page reflect the real product. This model is carried in select stores rather than every shelf, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has the Gamer ‘Play & Win’ in stock before you head over. Lighters are an age-restricted purchase: you must be 21 or older with a valid ID.
The Zippo Gamer ‘Play & Win’ (49157) pairs a fun neon controller design with the windproof, refillable, lifetime-guaranteed build that made Zippo an American icon. Pick up genuine premium fluid, flints, and a spare wick alongside it, confirm the live store stock above, and bring ID to complete your in-store pickup.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Gamer Design
- Design Category
- Gaming
- Finish
- Purple Matte
- Case Material
- Brass
- Case Size
- Regular
- 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 neon Gamer 'Play & Win' artwork scratch or wear off?
The graphics are durable because Zippo uses its Color Image process, which prints the full-color neon controller and 'Play & Win' art directly onto the purple matte case rather than applying a thin sticker or decal. Normal pocket carry will not rub it off, though like any printed finish it can show wear from heavy abrasion over many years. The artwork is cosmetic, so the lifetime guarantee covers the lighter mechanism rather than the finish.
Does the Zippo 49157 come with lighter fluid?
No. Every Zippo windproof lighter, including the 49157, ships with an empty fuel chamber because lighter fluid is flammable and shipping regulations require it. You fill it once before first use and refill as needed. We carry Zippo premium lighter fluid, which is the fuel the lighter is engineered to run on.
How do I refill the Zippo Gamer lighter and what fuel does it use?
Lift the insert out of the case, raise the felt pad, and slowly saturate the packing material with premium lighter fluid until the fuel reaches the top of the packing. Stop there so it does not overfill and leak, then wipe the lighter and your hands dry before you spark it and slide the insert back into the case. Zippo windproof lighters are designed to run best on genuine Zippo premium fluid.
How does Zippo's lifetime guarantee work on this lighter?
Zippo backs every windproof pocket lighter with its lifetime guarantee, summed up as 'it works or Zippo fixes it free.' If the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and Zippo repairs or replaces it at no charge for the repair, regardless of age. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter; Zippo performs the free repair. The guarantee covers mechanical function, not the fuel, flints, or printed finish.
Is the purple matte Zippo windproof, and how does that work?
Yes. The chimney that surrounds the wick shields the flame from wind, which is the core of the Zippo windproof design that has stayed essentially unchanged since 1932. That is why a Zippo will stay lit outdoors in conditions that easily blow out an open-flame butane lighter.
Can I replace the flint and wick on the 49157 myself?
Yes, both are user-serviceable, which is what lets a Zippo last for decades. The flint sits in the brass tube under a spring you unscrew with a small flathead or a coin, and most users replace it every few weeks. The cotton wick lasts far longer; trim it as it darkens and replace it after several trims if the lighter stops catching cleanly.
Age-restricted: you must be 21 or older with a valid government-issued ID to purchase. 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; premium lighter fluid is sold separately and added before first use. Availability varies by store, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso location has it in stock.
