Zippo Star Design Lighter, Brushed Chrome Auto Two-Tone (48657)
About this item
- Brass-tone star and radiating beams engraved straight into the metal by Zippo's Auto Two-Tone process, so the design will not peel, fade, or rub off
- Genuine windproof chimney keeps the flame lit outdoors and in wind where cheap disposables blow out
- All-metal Classic-size case with the unmistakable Zippo click, slim enough for everyday pocket carry at about 2.0 oz
- Refillable for years of use, so you maintain one lighter instead of tossing disposables (fill with Zippo premium lighter fluid before first use)
- Brushed Chrome finish hides fingerprints and glare while the polished brass star catches the light
- Backed by Zippo's lifetime guarantee and packaged in a gift box, ready to give
Product description
The Zippo Star Design lighter (model 48657) is a windproof, refillable pocket lighter finished in Brushed Chrome, with a brass-tone star and radiating beams created by Zippo’s Auto Two-Tone engraving process. It is all-metal, made in Bradford, Pennsylvania, arrives in a gift box, and is covered by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. Like every Zippo, it ships empty, so it needs lighter fluid before the first light. To see which El Paso store has it on the shelf right now, check the live availability on this page.
A Brass Star on Brushed Chrome
The star at the center of the 48657 is not printed or painted on. Zippo’s Auto Two-Tone process engraves the case at two different depths, cutting through the Brushed Chrome to reveal the warm brass underneath. The result is a glittering brass star with beams radiating outward that catch the light from different angles as you turn the case. The brushed finish keeps fingerprints and glare down between the polished beams, so the contrast stays sharp. It is a clean, classic look that reads as celebratory without being loud, which is part of why the Star Design is a popular gift and an easy everyday-carry piece.
Genuine Zippo Windproof Build
Underneath the artwork, this is a standard Classic-size Zippo: an all-metal case, the unmistakable Zippo click when you flip the lid, and the windproof chimney that shields the flame so it stays lit in wind where a disposable would blow out. Zippo lighters are made in Bradford, Pennsylvania. The 48657 measures 1.5 by 0.5 by 2.25 inches and weighs about 2.0 ounces, so it sits comfortably in a pocket. To put the flame out, simply close the lid; the windproof insert does not self-extinguish on its own.
Refill It Once, Carry It for Years
This Zippo is refillable, which is the whole point of the design: you maintain it instead of replacing it. For safety and shipping rules, it arrives with an empty tank, so fill it with Zippo premium lighter fluid before you use it the first time. Lift the felt pad, saturate the cotton packing slowly, stop when the fluid reaches the top of the packing, and wipe your hands and the case before lighting. Over time the flint and wick are wear parts rather than failures, and both swap out by hand in a couple of minutes.
Covered by Zippo's Lifetime Guarantee
Every Zippo windproof lighter carries Zippo’s famous lifetime guarantee: it works or Zippo fixes it free. The guarantee is honored by Zippo, not by the shop, and it covers mechanical function for the life of the owner regardless of the lighter’s age. If the mechanism ever fails, you send the lighter to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and they repair it at no charge (normal wear items like flint, wick, and fuel are not defects). We sell the lighter here in El Paso; Zippo stands behind the repair.
Find It at El Paso Smoke Shops
El Paso Smoke Shops runs 10 locations across El Paso, TX, and our Hosts stock and handle these lighters in person, so you can see the brass star in the light before you buy. Stock moves between stores, so this exact model is carried at some locations and not others. Check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store has the Star Design 48657 right now, then come by, show a valid 21+ ID, and pick it up. Sales are limited to adults 21 and older.
The Zippo Star Design 48657 is a gift-ready, built-to-last windproof lighter: a brass Auto Two-Tone star on Brushed Chrome, refillable for years of everyday carry, and backed by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee. Add fluid, keep a spare flint and wick on hand, and it will outlast a drawer full of disposables.
Specifications
- Brand
- Zippo
- Model
- 48657
- Collection
- Standard
- Design
- Star Design
- Design Category
- Theme
- Finish
- Brushed Chrome (Auto Two-Tone, brass accents)
- 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
What does the Auto Two-Tone process on the Star Design 48657 actually do?
It creates the two-color metal look without any paint. Zippo engraves the case at two different depths so the cut areas expose the brass beneath the Brushed Chrome surface, which is what gives the 48657 its glittering brass star and radiating beams. Because the design is engraved into the metal rather than printed on top, it will not peel or rub off with normal handling.
Does the Zippo Star Design lighter come with fluid?
No. Like every new Zippo, the 48657 ships with an empty tank because lighters cannot be shipped filled under transportation safety rules. You add fluid yourself before the first use. Fill it with Zippo premium lighter fluid, which our El Paso stores stock, and it is ready to light.
How do I refill the Zippo 48657 and what fuel does it use?
Pull the metal insert out of the case, lift the felt pad to expose the cotton, and slowly saturate the packing until the fluid reaches the top of the packing. Do not overfill, or it can leak. Wipe the case and your hands, drop the insert back in, and it is ready. Zippo lighters are engineered for Zippo premium lighter fluid and Zippo flints for the most reliable flame.
How often do the flint and wick need to be replaced?
Both are normal wear parts, not defects. For an average user the flint lasts a few weeks and is the part you will change most often, so it helps to keep replacement flints on hand and swap one in when the wheel stops sparking cleanly. The cotton wick lasts much longer; trim it once or twice a year and fit a replacement wick only after several trimmings, once it no longer lights well. Both jobs take a couple of minutes by hand.
Is the Star Design 48657 actually windproof, and will it work outdoors?
Yes. The flame sits inside a perforated chimney that shields it from wind, which is the feature that made Zippo windproof lighters famous and is why they light reliably outdoors where a disposable struggles. Close the lid to put the flame out, since the windproof insert does not self-extinguish on its own.
How does the Zippo lifetime guarantee work on this lighter?
Zippo's guarantee is simple: it works or Zippo fixes it free, for the life of the owner and regardless of how old the lighter is. The repair is performed by Zippo, not by the shop. If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to the Zippo Repair Clinic in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and they restore it at no charge. The guarantee covers function, not normal wear parts like flint, wick, and fuel.
Sales restricted to adults 21 and older; a valid government-issued photo ID is required at pickup. This is a windproof, refillable pocket lighter, not a vape and not a concealment device. It ships empty for safety, so add lighter fluid before first use. Use responsibly and keep away from children. Availability is per store and shown live on this page; the chain has 10 El Paso, TX locations, but this item is not stocked at every store.
