Zippo Old Ages Design 540 Color Windproof Lighter (48786) in El Paso
About this item
- Full 540 Color wrap: Medieval glyphs and lithographs cover the entire case in one seamless, edge-to-edge scene that reads like a castle's great hall.
- Soft 540 Matte finish gives a smooth, modern hand-feel and a comfortable, non-slip grip while deepening the color transitions.
- Genuine Zippo windproof chimney lights dependably in wind, with the unmistakable Zippo click and an all-metal Classic case.
- Solid brass construction, refillable for a lifetime of everyday use instead of being thrown away like a disposable.
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free.
- Made in Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA; model 48786 arrives in a Zippo gift box.
Product description
The Zippo Old Ages 540 Color Matte (model 48786) is a genuine windproof Zippo wrapped from lid to base in Medieval-era artwork. Below is what the design means, how the 540 Color and matte finish are made, and how to keep it running for life.
A Medieval Tapestry in 540 Color
Old Ages reimagines the art and symbolism of the Middle Ages. A dense motif of Medieval glyphs and lithographs wraps the entire case in one seamless tapestry, the kind you might picture running along the walls of a castle’s great hall. Because the design uses Zippo’s 540 Color process, the graphics envelop the whole lighter, so the scene continues without a break around every side, the top, and the bottom rather than sitting on a single printed panel.
How the 540 Color and Matte Finish Are Made
The 540 Color process is Zippo’s full-wrap decoration method, developed by Zippo’s in-house team of engineers and lighter-decoration specialists to cover a lighter completely in vivid, intricate graphics. On this model the artwork is sealed under a 540 Matte coat. The matte finish trades a high-gloss shine for a soft, modern hand-feel, deepens the striking color transitions, and gives a comfortable, non-slip grip in the pocket or hand.
Built Windproof, Refillable for Life
Under the artwork is a standard Zippo: a solid brass Classic-size case and the genuine windproof chimney that lights dependably in wind and shuts with the unmistakable Zippo click. It is refillable, so instead of tossing a disposable you top it off with Zippo premium lighter fluid, swap the occasional flint from a pack of replacement flints, and fit a replacement wick once the original darkens with use. Every Zippo also carries Zippo’s lifetime guarantee, the famous promise that it works or Zippo fixes it free, and Zippo performs that repair, not the shop.
Picking It Up in El Paso
El Paso Smoke Shops stocks Zippo across our 10 El Paso, Texas locations, though this particular Old Ages model is carried in only some of them. Check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has model 48786 on the shelf right now. It is sold to adults 21 and older with a valid photo ID, arrives in a Zippo gift box, and ships empty, so you fuel it yourself before first use.
If you want a Zippo that doubles as a piece of Medieval art and a tool you can carry for decades, the Old Ages 540 Matte is a strong pick. Confirm the live store stock above, then grab your fluid and flints in the same visit so it is ready to light the day you get it.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Model / Item No.
- 48786
- Collection
- 540 Color
- Design
- Old Ages (Medieval glyphs & lithographs)
- Finish
- 540 Matte
- Decoration process
- 540 Color full-wrap
- Case material
- Brass with 540 Matte finish
- Case style
- Classic
- Mechanism
- Windproof
- Refillable
- Yes
- Recommended fuel
- Zippo premium lighter fluid (sold separately)
- Dimensions
- 1.5 x 0.5 x 2.25 in
- Made in
- Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA
- Guarantee
- Zippo lifetime guarantee
- Packaging
- Zippo gift box
Questions & Answers
What does the Old Ages design on this Zippo actually show?
It depicts the art and symbolism of the Middle Ages. Zippo's Old Ages design layers Medieval glyphs and lithographs into one continuous tapestry that wraps the whole case, evoking the decorated walls of a castle's great hall. Model 48786 is the 540 Matte version of that design, printed with Zippo's full-wrap 540 Color process.
Does the Zippo Old Ages lighter come filled with fluid?
No. Like all new Zippo lighters, it ships empty and is not fueled before sale. Fill it before first use with Zippo premium lighter fluid, which is sold separately. Zippo windproof lighters run on lighter fluid, not butane.
Will the 540 Color matte finish scratch or wear off?
The 540 Color graphics are applied under Zippo's full-wrap process and sealed with the 540 Matte coat for everyday durability. Like any matte surface it can pick up handling marks over time, but the windproof mechanism itself is covered for life by Zippo. We only state what Zippo states; for finish-care specifics, Zippo is the authority.
How do I refill the fluid and replace the flint and wick?
Lift the inner unit out of the case, saturate the packing with lighter fluid until it just reaches the top of the packing, then reinsert it without overfilling. Flints wear out for an average user within a few weeks, so keep a pack of replacement flints handy. When the wick darkens and the flame weakens, pull up clean wick and trim it, then fit a replacement wick after several trimmings.
Is this Zippo covered by a lifetime guarantee?
Yes. Every genuine Zippo windproof lighter carries Zippo's lifetime guarantee, summed up as it works or Zippo fixes it free. If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to Zippo and Zippo repairs it free of charge. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter, and Zippo honors the guarantee.
Do I need to be 21 to buy the Zippo Old Ages lighter in El Paso?
Yes. You must be 21 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to purchase any lighter at El Paso Smoke Shops. This is a flame lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. Check the live availability above to see which El Paso store has model 48786 in stock right now.
Sold to adults 21 and older. A valid government-issued photo ID is required at pickup. This Zippo ships empty: lighter fluid is sold separately and the lighter is not filled or fueled before sale. It is a flame lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. Check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso Smoke Shops location has model 48786 in stock.
