Zippo Woodchuck USA Howling Wolf Lighter, Street Chrome (49043)

The Zippo Woodchuck USA Howling Wolf (model 49043) pairs Zippo’s proven windproof mechanism with a laser-cut 100% real-wood emblem. Birch and mahogany inlays are cut and set into a Street Chrome Classic case to form a tonal silhouette of a wolf howling at the moon, so the grain itself draws the artwork. It is refillable, carries Zippo’s lifetime guarantee, and is part of the Woodchuck USA Buy One. Plant One. program that plants one tree for every lighter sold. It ships empty, so it needs Zippo premium lighter fluid before its first light.

A Real-Wood Wolf, Not a Printed One

The Howling Wolf design is made from genuine wood, not a graphic. Zippo and Woodchuck USA laser-cut birch and mahogany and inlay them into the case, and the natural tone difference between the two woods creates the wolf-and-moon silhouette. Because every emblem is cut from real wood, the grain pattern is slightly different on each lighter, so the one our Hosts hand you is one of a kind. The emblem sits on the exterior of the metal case, well away from the flame, and the wood may develop a darker patina over years of pocket carry, which collectors tend to treasure rather than mind.

The Woodchuck USA Collection and Buy One. Plant One.

This lighter belongs to Zippo’s Woodchuck USA collection, a partnership built around responsibly sourced wood and reforestation. Through the Buy One. Plant One. program, one tree is planted for every Woodchuck USA lighter sold, and a special code printed inside each box lets the owner look up where their tree was planted. The wood used across the collection is sourced from FSC-certified sites, and the lineup spans emblems like birch, mahogany, cedar, and walnut on finishes such as Street Chrome. The Howling Wolf is the birch-and-mahogany expression of that idea.

Windproof, Refillable, and Guaranteed for Life

Underneath the artwork is a standard Zippo windproof insert. A strike of the flint wheel lights it, the windproof chimney keeps the flame alive in a breeze, and the lighter stays lit until you snap the lid closed, since it does not self-extinguish. The whole lighter is refillable for a lifetime of use, and it is covered by Zippo’s lifetime guarantee, summed up by Zippo as “it works or Zippo fixes it free.” If the mechanism ever fails, you send it to Zippo and they repair it free of charge. El Paso Smoke Shops sells the lighter; Zippo honors the guarantee and performs any repair.

Keeping It Lit: Fuel, Flints, and Wick

This Zippo ships empty for safe transport, so fuel is the first thing it needs. Fill the insert with Zippo premium lighter fluid, which the lighter is engineered around, and top it off before each outing since the fluid slowly evaporates even when the lid is closed. Over time two small parts wear: the flint, which most everyday users swap out every few weeks, and the wick, which lasts years but eventually needs replacing after a few trimmings. Keep a pack of replacement flints on hand, and when the wick finally chars down, fit a replacement wick to keep the same lighter lighting for decades.

Buying It at El Paso Smoke Shops

El Paso Smoke Shops is a locally run chain with 9 El Paso locations, and our Hosts stock and handle Zippo lighters across the counter every day. This Howling Wolf is carried in select stores rather than every one, so check the live availability on this page to see which El Paso store currently has it in stock before you drive over. It makes a durable, refillable gift that genuinely lasts, which is why it is a go-to for birthdays, graduations, and holidays. Purchase is for ages 21 and up with valid ID.

If you want a Zippo that is both a daily workhorse and a small piece of real-wood craft, the Woodchuck USA Howling Wolf (49043) delivers a windproof, refillable, lifetime-guaranteed lighter that also plants a tree. It arrives empty, so add Zippo premium lighter fluid, keep a few flints and a spare wick on hand, and it will light reliably for years. Check the live stock on this page to find the El Paso Smoke Shops location that has it.