Zippo Heraldic Crest Design Windproof Lighter, Navy Matte (239)
About this item
- Laser-engraved armorial crest: a lion head set before a sword inside a golden border, cut cleanly into the case for a sharp, heirloom-quality look
- Deep Navy Matte finish that resists everyday scuffs and hides fingerprints, with a smooth soft-touch feel in the pocket
- Genuine Zippo windproof flame and the signature lid click, with a chimney that shields the flame so it holds outdoors
- Solid all-metal brass case at a compact 2.25 inches, built for daily everyday carry or as a desktop piece
- Refillable for a lifetime with premium lighter fluid, replaceable flints, and a replaceable wick, so it is never disposable
- Covered by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free at their Bradford, PA repair clinic
Product description
The Zippo Heraldic Crest Design windproof lighter in Navy Matte (model 239) pairs a centuries-old armorial motif with the all-metal windproof lighter Zippo has built in Bradford, Pennsylvania since 1932. The design is laser engraved onto a deep Navy Matte brass case: a lion head set in front of a sword to form a classic coat-of-arms crest, finished with a golden border. It works the way every genuine Zippo does, with the distinctive click of the lid, a flame that holds in the wind, and a fuel chamber you refill for a lifetime of use. Our Hosts handle this lighter across El Paso Smoke Shops, and below is everything a Guest tends to ask before picking one up.
The Heraldic Crest, Decoded
The artwork on the 239 is a true armorial crest. A lion head sits in front of an upright sword, and a golden border frames the whole composition. In heraldic tradition the lion has long stood for courage, nobility, and strength as the so-called king of beasts, while the sword signals valor and honor. Together they read as a timeless badge rather than a trend, which is why this style of crest has shown up on shields and seals for generations. Zippo renders it with a laser-engraving process that cuts the image cleanly into the Navy Matte coating, so the crest stays crisp instead of printing on top of the finish.
About the Navy Matte Finish
Navy Matte is one of Zippo’s most popular case finishes for a practical reason: the flat, low-sheen coating resists everyday scuffing and does not broadcast fingerprints the way a polished chrome case does. The color is a deep navy that photographs almost black in low light and reads clearly blue in daylight. It gives the lighter a smooth, soft-touch feel in the pocket and a understated look that suits the formal tone of the heraldic crest. Underneath the coating is the same solid metal case Zippo is known for.
Windproof by Design
This is a genuine Zippo windproof lighter, not a novelty piece. Flip the lid for the signature Zippo click, roll the flint wheel with your thumb, and the wick lights. The chimney walls around the wick shield the flame, which is how a Zippo holds its light outdoors where a standard lighter would blow out. One note Guests appreciate: a Zippo does not self-extinguish, so you close the lid to put the flame out. The all-metal construction means there is no plastic tank to crack, and the case is a compact 2.25 inches tall, easy to carry every day or set out as a desk piece.
Refillable for a Lifetime of Use
Nothing on a Zippo is disposable. When the flame weakens, lift the insert, saturate the packing with Zippo premium lighter fluid, and you are back in business; frequent users typically refuel about once a week since the fluid slowly evaporates even when the lid stays closed. When the spark gets weak, drop in fresh replacement flints, which an everyday user usually swaps every few weeks to a couple of months. And when the wick darkens or frays after long service, fitting a replacement wick brings the flame right back. Keep those three on hand and a single Zippo can outlast decades of daily carry.
Backed by Zippo's Lifetime Guarantee
Every genuine Zippo, this one included, carries the lifetime guarantee George Blaisdell introduced in 1932: it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails through normal use, you send it to Zippo’s repair clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and they repair it at no charge, no receipt or registration required. We at El Paso Smoke Shops sell the lighter; Zippo honors the mechanical guarantee. The guarantee covers the lighter’s function, not the decorated finish, so the crest and Navy Matte coating are cosmetic features rather than warrantied parts.
Picking One Up in El Paso
The Heraldic Crest 239 comes gift-boxed at $30.95, which makes it an easy pick for a birthday, a graduation, or anyone who collects Zippo art. El Paso Smoke Shops runs 10 locations across El Paso, TX, and this design is stocked in select stores rather than every shelf, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it in stock right now before you drive over. Like all of our lighters, it is sold to Guests 21 and older with a valid government ID.
The Zippo Heraldic Crest Design in Navy Matte is the rare gift that earns its keep: a meaningful, laser-engraved coat-of-arms on a genuine windproof lighter that refills for life and is guaranteed by Zippo forever. Confirm the live stock above, then come see it in person at the El Paso Smoke Shops location that carries it.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Model
- 239
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Lion Design
- Design Category
- Theme
- Finish
- Navy 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
Does the Zippo Heraldic Crest lighter come with lighter fluid?
No. Like every new Zippo, the Heraldic Crest 239 ships empty, because U.S. Department of Transportation rules require lighters to be transported without fuel. You fill it before first use with Zippo premium lighter fluid, which is sold separately. The lighter does typically include a couple of spare flints tucked under the insert from the factory.
What does the heraldic crest design on the 239 mean?
It is a classic armorial crest: a lion head positioned in front of an upright sword, framed by a golden border. In heraldry the lion represents courage, nobility, and strength, and the sword represents valor and honor, so the combination reads as a traditional badge of distinction. Zippo laser engraves the artwork onto the Navy Matte case rather than printing it on the surface.
Does the Navy Matte finish scratch easily?
The matte coating is one of the more durable everyday finishes Zippo offers. Its flat, low-sheen surface shrugs off the light scuffs of pocket carry better than polished chrome and does not show fingerprints. Normal use will eventually wear any finish, and the lifetime guarantee covers the lighter's mechanism rather than the cosmetic coating, so treat the crest and color as decorative features.
How often do I need to replace the flint?
For an average user a Zippo flint lasts roughly a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on how often you spark it. When the wheel spins but the spark is weak or gone, it is time for a fresh flint. We carry replacement flints sized for this lighter, and changing one takes under a minute by lifting the insert and swapping the flint in the spring tube.
Is this lighter covered by Zippo's lifetime guarantee?
Yes. The Heraldic Crest 239 is a genuine Zippo, so it carries the lifetime guarantee Zippo has offered since 1932: it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails through normal use, you send it to Zippo's repair clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania and they repair it at no charge, with no receipt required. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter and Zippo honors the mechanical guarantee; the guarantee applies to function, not to the decorated finish.
What fuel does it use and how do I refill it?
It runs on premium lighter fluid, the same naphtha-based fuel Zippo engineers its windproof lighters around. To refill, lift the metal insert out of the case, raise the felt pad, and saturate the cotton packing, stopping when the fluid reaches the top of the packing so it does not overfill or leak. Always refuel away from any flame and dry your hands before lighting. Heavy users tend to top off about once a week because the fluid slowly evaporates even with the lid closed.
Sold to Guests 21 and older with a valid government-issued photo ID. This is a genuine Zippo windproof lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. It ships empty: U.S. Department of Transportation rules require lighters to be transported without fuel, so premium lighter fluid is sold separately and added before first use. Refuel away from any open flame, keep the lid closed when not in use, and store out of reach of children.
