Zippo Classic High Polish Brass Windproof Lighter (254B) in El Paso
About this item
- Solid-brass case with a mirror-bright High Polish finish on every surface, a versatile look that has been in the Zippo line since 1982 and ages into a warm patina you can polish back to a high shine.
- Genuine Zippo windproof design lights reliably in strong wind, with the unmistakable flip-lid click and an all-metal, no-electronics build.
- Refillable for life with premium lighter fluid, so one durable lighter replaces a drawer full of disposables.
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free, even decades later.
- Smooth, flat-bottom 254B case is Zippo's classic engravable canvas for a name, date, or monogram, making it an easy gift.
- Pocket-sized at about 2.25 inches tall and made in Bradford, Pennsylvania; ships empty, so add fuel before first use.
Product description
The Zippo Classic High Polish Brass Windproof Lighter (254B) is a solid-brass, refillable windproof lighter finished with a mirror-bright High Polish on every surface. It is the plain, no-design version of the iconic Classic case, so the smooth brass is left to speak for itself. Made in Bradford, Pennsylvania and backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee, the 254B is built to be carried, refilled, and handed down for decades.
A Mirror Finish on Solid Brass
The 254B wears a High Polish Brass finish, a lustrous, mirror-like shine applied to the front, back, top, bottom, and sides of a solid-brass case. This finish has been part of the Zippo line since 1982 and remains one of the most versatile looks the brand offers. Each lighter leaves the factory with a protective coating that holds the bright shine. With everyday handling that coating gradually wears, and the exposed brass develops a warm, natural patina over time. Many Guests love that aged look; if you prefer the original mirror shine, a little brass polish brings it right back. The case is solid brass alloy rather than brass plating, so the metal goes all the way through.
How the Windproof Flame Works
Flip the lid for the unmistakable Zippo click, spin the flint wheel, and the wick lights. The genuine Zippo windproof design shelters the flame inside a perforated chimney so it stays lit in strong wind, on a windy sidewalk, or out on a campsite, where an ordinary flame would blow out. It is an all-metal, mechanical lighter with no buttons or electronics. To be clear, the 254B is a flint-and-fluid pocket lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device.
Fueling, Flints, and Wick Care
The 254B ships empty, so it needs fuel before its first light. Lift the insert from the case, raise the felt pad, and slowly saturate the cotton packing with Zippo premium lighter fluid, stopping when the packing is full. Wipe the lighter and your hands dry before lighting. Because lighter fluid evaporates even when the lid is closed, plan to top it off before a long day out. The flint is the small rod that throws the spark; an average user swaps it every few weeks, and our replacement flints drop into the spring-loaded tube under the insert. The white cotton wick darkens with carbon over time; trim it once or twice a year, and after a few trims fit a replacement wick. With fuel, flint, and wick on hand, a single 254B keeps lighting for a lifetime.
Built for a Lifetime, and Easy to Personalize
Every genuine Zippo windproof lighter carries Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to Zippo and they repair it free of charge, regardless of age. We at El Paso Smoke Shops sell the lighter; Zippo honors the repair guarantee. The smooth, flat-bottom 254B is also Zippo’s go-to engravable case, with clean front and back panels that take a name, date, monogram, or short message, which makes it a popular gift.
Buying the Zippo 254B in El Paso
El Paso Smoke Shops carries genuine Zippo lighters across 10 locations in El Paso, Texas. This particular 254B is stocked at some of those stores rather than every one, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it before you head over. Lighters are a 21-and-up purchase and we ask for a valid photo ID at pickup.
If you want one lighter that shines like a mirror, survives the wind, refills for life, and can be engraved into a keepsake, the Zippo 254B High Polish Brass is the classic choice. Confirm the live stock above, bring your ID, and pick up genuine Zippo fuel, flints, and a spare wick while you are in the shop.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Regular High Polished Brass WO/SB
- Design Category
- Plain
- Finish
- High Polish Brass
- 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
Is the Zippo 254B solid brass or just brass-plated?
The 254B is solid brass, not brass plating. The Classic case is formed from a solid brass alloy of copper and zinc, so the metal runs all the way through, and the High Polish finish is a mirror-bright shine applied to that solid-brass body. It is an all-metal, mechanical lighter with no plastic shell.
Will the High Polish Brass tarnish, and how do I clean it?
Yes, brass naturally tarnishes, and that is normal for solid brass. The 254B leaves the factory with a protective coating that keeps the mirror shine, and as that coating wears with use the exposed brass develops a warm patina. If you prefer the bright look, Zippo recommends restoring a High Polish case with a standard brass polish; if you like the aged tone, simply let the patina build.
Does the Zippo 254B come with lighter fluid?
No. The 254B ships empty and must be fueled before its first use. Lift the insert, raise the felt pad, and slowly saturate the cotton packing with Zippo premium lighter fluid, then wipe it dry before lighting. Fluid evaporates even with the lid closed, so top it off before a long day out.
Can the smooth 254B case be engraved?
Yes. The plain, flat-bottom 254B is Zippo's classic engravable case, with clean front and back panels designed to take custom engraving such as a name, date, initials, or a short message. The mirror brass finish makes it a popular personalized gift.
How do I replace the flint and wick on a 254B?
Both are simple to service. For the flint, lift out the insert, unscrew the spring at the bottom, drop in one of our replacement flints, and retighten; an average user does this every few weeks. The cotton wick darkens with carbon over time, so trim it once or twice a year, and after a few trims fit a replacement wick to keep it lighting cleanly.
What does the Zippo lifetime guarantee cover on the 254B?
Every genuine Zippo windproof lighter is covered by Zippo's lifetime guarantee, summed up as it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to Zippo and they repair the function free of charge, no matter how old it is. We at El Paso Smoke Shops sell the lighter; Zippo performs the repair under their guarantee. Normal wear to the brass finish is cosmetic and not a malfunction.
Must be 21 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to purchase. The Zippo 254B is a genuine windproof flint-and-fluid pocket lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. It ships empty: premium lighter fluid is sold separately and the lighter must be fueled before first use. Use responsibly and keep away from children. Per-store stock varies, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has it.
