Zippo Mazzi Dragon Warrior Design High Polish Brass Windproof Lighter (29668)
About this item
- Collectible Claudio Mazzi dragon warrior artwork, rendered in a dual lustre-etch and Color Image process for real depth and color on the brass
- Solid high polish brass Classic case with a substantial, weighty feel at about 0.18 lbs
- Genuine Zippo windproof chimney keeps the flame lit in wind where ordinary flames blow out
- Refillable and serviceable for years of use, not a disposable lighter
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee on the mechanism: it works or Zippo fixes it free
- Arrives gift-boxed from Zippo, making it an easy, giftable pick for collectors and daily carriers
Product description
The Zippo Mazzi Dragon Warrior (29668) is a collectible windproof lighter that turns a solid brass Classic case into a canvas for Italian artist Claudio Mazzi’s dragon warrior artwork. It works like every Zippo: flip the lid, strike the flint wheel, and a windproof flame holds steady in a breeze. It is refillable for years of use, ships empty in a gift box, and is backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee on the mechanism. Below is what the art is, how the lighter is built, how to fuel and care for it, and how to find it in El Paso.
The Mazzi Dragon Warrior Artwork
The dragon on this case is the work of Claudio Mazzi, the Italian airbrush artist who has designed for Zippo since 1996 and earned the title Maestro d’Arte in graphic design. The Dragon Warrior image is reproduced onto the lighter using two processes at once: a lustre etch cut into the brass and a Color Image overlay, which together give the dragon depth, shading, and color you can feel under your thumb. It is part of Zippo’s long-running Mazzi artist series, a line collectors follow specifically for Mazzi’s lifelike, color-rich designs.
High Polish Brass and Windproof Build
The case is solid brass with a high polish finish, built on Zippo’s standard Classic size at roughly 2.25 by 1.5 by 0.5 inches and about 0.18 lbs in the hand. The signature windproof chimney shields the flame, so it stays lit in wind where a standard flame would blow out. Like all classic Zippo windproof lighters, it runs on premium lighter fluid rather than butane, and the inner unit is refillable and serviceable, not disposable.
Fueling and Caring for Your Lighter
This lighter ships empty, which is normal for a Zippo and required for safe shipping, so plan to fuel it before first use. Saturate the packing material with Zippo premium lighter fluid and stop when it reaches the top of the felt. Over time the flint wears down and the wick darkens with carbon, both normal wear items: keep replacement flints on hand and swap in a replacement wick when the old one will no longer pull up clean. Keeping fluid, flints, and a wick around means this lighter can stay in service for years.
The Zippo Lifetime Guarantee
Every Zippo windproof lighter is covered by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee, summed up as “it works or Zippo fixes it free.” That coverage is on the mechanism: if the lighter ever fails mechanically, you send it to Zippo and they repair it free of charge, regardless of age. One honest note for collectors: Zippo’s guarantee covers function, not cosmetics, so the brass finish and the Mazzi artwork are not covered against scratches or wear. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter; Zippo honors the guarantee and performs any repair.
Find It at El Paso Smoke Shops
El Paso Smoke Shops runs 10 locations across El Paso, TX, and our Hosts handle these Zippo lighters in person. This Mazzi Dragon Warrior 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 before you head over. It is a strong gift pick, since it arrives gift-boxed straight from Zippo.
Part collectible, part everyday tool, the Zippo Mazzi Dragon Warrior (29668) is a solid brass windproof lighter wrapped in Claudio Mazzi’s dragon art and backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee on the mechanism. Add fluid, keep a flint and wick on hand, and check the live store availability above to grab it in El Paso.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Collection
- Mazzi (Claudio Mazzi artist series)
- Design
- Mazzi Dragon Green Lighter
- Design Category
- Animal
- 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
Who is Claudio Mazzi and what is the Dragon Warrior design on this Zippo?
Claudio Mazzi is the Italian airbrush artist who has designed for Zippo since 1996 and holds the title Maestro d'Arte in graphic design. The Dragon Warrior is his dragon artwork, reproduced onto this lighter using a dual process: a lustre etch in the brass plus a Color Image overlay. It belongs to Zippo's Mazzi artist series, which collectors follow for his detailed, color-rich designs.
Does the Zippo Mazzi Dragon Warrior come with lighter fluid?
No. This Zippo ships empty in its gift box, which is standard and required for safe shipping, so you fuel it before first use. It runs on Zippo premium lighter fluid, sold separately. Saturate the packing material and stop when the fluid reaches the top of the felt.
Does Zippo's lifetime guarantee cover the dragon design and brass finish?
The lifetime guarantee covers the mechanism, not the cosmetics. If the lighter ever stops working, you send it to Zippo and they repair it free, no matter its age. The high polish brass finish and the Mazzi artwork are not covered against scratches or wear, so handle a collectible piece accordingly. Routine wear items like replacement flints and a replacement wick are normal maintenance, not warranty repairs.
Can I use this Mazzi Zippo every day, or should I keep it as a collectible?
You can do either. Mechanically it is a fully functional windproof lighter built to be carried and refilled for years. Because the finish and artwork are cosmetic and not warranty-covered, many collectors keep Mazzi pieces displayed to preserve the look, while others carry them daily and accept that brass and printed art pick up character over time. Both are fine; it comes down to whether you value pristine artwork or everyday utility more.
Does this Zippo use butane or lighter fluid?
It uses lighter fluid, not butane. This is a classic Zippo windproof lighter, engineered to run on Zippo premium lighter fluid (a light petroleum naphtha) wicked through the inner unit. Butane is only used in Zippo's separate butane lighter line, not in this brass windproof model.
How do I refill the lighter and replace the flint and wick?
To refill, lift the inner unit out of the case, slowly saturate the packing with Zippo premium lighter fluid, and stop at the top of the felt. To change the flint, unscrew the spring at the base, drop in one of your replacement flints, and screw the spring back in. When the wick darkens and stops sparking cleanly, pull it up with pliers until clean cotton shows, or fit a replacement wick and trim it level with the chimney.
Must be 21 or older with valid ID to purchase; El Paso Smoke Shops verifies age at the store. This is a genuine Zippo windproof flame lighter that runs on premium lighter fluid (sold separately) and ships empty for safe transport. It is not a vape, not an electronic device, and not a concealment device. Keep away from children; use responsibly.
