Zippos are great because my grandfather has been a smoker all his life and he claims that every cigarette he has ever smoked has been lit with that same zippo lighter. My father holds the same story, as do I. Zippos, if treated with care, dont break because there isn't anything to break, excep the hinge, but as long as you don't do tricks, that shouldn't break either. Me - Black ice zippo owner since 2003. Father - Chrome zippo owner since 1971. Grandfather - Brass zippo owner since 1947.
@@BigWheel. Lighters are fucking awesome. Once upon a time you had to use sticks and a bow to make fire. Now I can call upon fire at any time with a flick of a finger. Seeing how things are created? Even more awesome. You see the only dumb thing here is your comment. Stay mad and stay ignorant.
Exactly what I was thinking, no way that would be a feasible job for anyone...except the Chinese I guess, they love this sorta stuff! Also Check Out This Guys Channel, it's awesome! I'm a sub at Taofledermaus
Whether you prefer Zippos, Butane or matches, I really have to say thank you buddy for uploading this vid which is actually one more very intresting piece of "how it's made". I use butane oder gas for my all day cigarettes, though, when it comes up to my cigars, there's nothing like a piece of cedar to light it up slowly. Just as Savvas90 mentioned below, it's taste, one likes this, the other that. Just for all who enjoy a good cigar and never did it: try a piece of cedar from your cigarbox.
good point. I love my zippo - butane lighters are so fragile and they need to be refill every week too when you smoke ;) And I like that fuel smell too ;)
Serious question: Is it weird or a waste to look for one of these to use as a fidget device? I prefer not to smoke and there’s something about the shape, sounds and hinged top part. Seems like ideal stuff to fiddle with (minus the 🔥).
I used to play with a Zippo all the time. There's a world of Zippo flipping and tricks. You can use a Zippo that's empty of fuel or one that is a butane version. The insert is required the feel of the action (for traditional and Zippo copies).
1701spacecadet both because my zippo runs outta fluid at random. If you dont have a bic or a book of matches in your house and car you aren't a true smoker
Zippo! In fact, I just a new one today (to replace a year old I lost) and had to use a screw driver to loosen the spring! Besides, a Zippo isn't disposable and wasting oil for plastic, etc. (Written for any SJW's reading). :)
In one of the first shots you see a zippo with the logo of a dutch soccer club: SC Heereveen. (the one in the top row with the blue/white stripes + the little hearts )
I think Modern Marvels shows the engraving part and also talks about the zippo's history. I can't say for sure since I only seen it once on t.v. awhile back.
How can I get all of that chrome off I just want to see the copper underneath I think it looks much better. Can I just sand it off? Lmk ASAP I just ordered a zippo but I want to take the chrome off when it gets here.
You could have ordered a brass finish model instead. Otherwise, light sanding with 250 - 400 grit. If you go too course you'll run the risk of taking base material off quickly. ScotchBrite on a wheel would likely work well, but that is a method I have not tried to remove chrome from a brass base before.
ALAPINO Awesome I’ll try sandpaper. I made an account on Marlboro rewards and put 30 codes in plus the free points they gave me I only had enough points to get the classic street chrome zippo, the brass one that I wanted costed much more points. Thanks for replying though I hope the sandpaper works.
Thank you for uploading this video. One of my favorite shows. I wonder why the narrator's voice is female. in this one. Do you mind if I link to this at Zippoboards.com?
@ALAPINO I was just talking to my parents about. It is actually my fathers 1st cousin who married into it. But they say she doesn't talk to our fraternal family.
@charmalia Yes i have also seen that video. Oh and i almost forgot make sure there is o fluid in your zippo (just take out the zippo of its case and let it dry on the balcony). Im not so sure if they will confiscate it or not but if you dont put it in your carry-on bag but into your suitcase, You should be just fine.
well you sound pretty educated on zippos now if this video is accurate and all zippos are made from brass could i simple take a wire brush wheel on a bench grinder over my zippo to make it into a brushed brass zippo or would you not recommend doing this at all?
I enjoyed watching this video because I am a zippo supplier. What I dont like about zippo company is that they get to keep almost 50% of the profit plus taxes. Plus suppliers and small businesses always have to pay them in cash. This way they can alter their taxes and total yearly sales. Suppliers like me make 15% profit. In other companies, its the opposite. The companies make around 15 to 30% profit whereas suppliers make around 40 to 60% profit.
@charmalia whatever you do dont put the zippo your or fluid gas in your carry on bag (the one that you take on the plane). Instead put your zippo in the suitcase that you check in so they wont confiscate it at the security check. Hope this cleared up some things.
The "A" means that you have an "armor" Zippo. An armor Zippo has a case, wall thickness of .030" instead of the normal .020". The thicker walled Zippo gives the lighter a little more weight. I think it feels more substantial as you handle it. Also, the thicker case makes the opening and closing sound of the Zippo about an octave lower than the standard Zippo.
Yes, but what you're referring to is the letter-month designation that is located off to the left side. If the Zippo has an A inside of a small shield with a little flame directly above, in the middle, right under the logo ZIPPO, it's an Armor Zippo.
has anyone noticed the decline in quality zippos have today? I think 2009 was the last year of quality zippos anything after seems they got lazy with the lids being flush. also I've seen alot of ruff edges on the lids. getting sloppy zippo..... getting sloppy.
It's a pain, but not impossible, to find new old stock. Sadly, I think it's a sign of the times that Zippo is on the decline. I think it won't be long until Zippo becomes a relic or moves to a non-domestic manufacture.
I found one at a yard sale last year that is a presentation lighter if I'm not mistaken. It's polished brass with a NYK embossed into it. NYK is a Japanese shipping company. I can't find another like it online.
@@michaelh.8280 _It was invented by a Japanese company all those years ago and bought out by Zippo. Sadly, Zippo has never improved on the design and even my $68 and up Armor series Zippos come with loose hinges. I have many hand-made steam-punk style Japanese lighters and they are very good quality._
I love my zippo. Had it for 27 years and it STILL works like a charm.
Is it still going strong?
Zippos are great because my grandfather has been a smoker all his life and he claims that every cigarette he has ever smoked has been lit with that same zippo lighter. My father holds the same story, as do I. Zippos, if treated with care, dont break because there isn't anything to break, excep the hinge, but as long as you don't do tricks, that shouldn't break either.
Me - Black ice zippo owner since 2003.
Father - Chrome zippo owner since 1971.
Grandfather - Brass zippo owner since 1947.
People who don't like "How it's made" and also Zippos watching a How it's made episode about zippos. Brilliant.
LIGHTERS ARE DUMB AND SO IS VIDEO!
@@BigWheel. Lighters are fucking awesome. Once upon a time you had to use sticks and a bow to make fire. Now I can call upon fire at any time with a flick of a finger.
Seeing how things are created? Even more awesome.
You see the only dumb thing here is your comment. Stay mad and stay ignorant.
Can you imagine being the poor sucker who has to orient the flint wheels 8 hours a day?
I wonder if he will ever be able to get the stench off his hands.
They get a break or switch with someone ever 2hours
Exactly what I was thinking, no way that would be a feasible job for anyone...except the Chinese I guess, they love this sorta stuff! Also Check Out This Guys Channel, it's awesome! I'm a sub at Taofledermaus
+gevelegian All Zippos are made in Bradford PA, not China.
+Harry Akira Eaton
Actually, we import genuine Chinese for this job.
Wow It's Made...
Also, I fucking love the music in this episode.
I thought I was the only one. there are a handful of HIM episodes of which have some catchy music
I definitely agree about the music
Holding one in my hand right now! Amazing!
The tube will form the Flintstones and the plate will hold the Jetsons.
Let me guess, you got that from Wow It’s Made
Wow! It's made!
we'll give you aids
this narrator is the god damn pun-isher
like a bloody cyborg!!
It's not her fault, she's just reading off a script. Blaine the writers
Just blast some one just doing their job why dont you!!!
@@tylorevans No one said it was a bad thing.
Whether you prefer Zippos, Butane or matches, I really have to say thank you buddy for uploading this vid which is actually one more very intresting piece of "how it's made".
I use butane oder gas for my all day cigarettes, though, when it comes up to my cigars, there's nothing like a piece of cedar to light it up slowly.
Just as Savvas90 mentioned below, it's taste, one likes this, the other that.
Just for all who enjoy a good cigar and never did it: try a piece of cedar from your cigarbox.
You. My man are distinguished and I respect the fuck outta it
0:56 I think my dream job is being the guy that pats the cases to make sure they're in place. Riveting action.
ive watched this vid so many times ( i love zippos ) .
I like the space age background music. So futuristic.
if i worked there, i'd be like "one for me, one for the line, one for me, one for the line..."
Just got one for myself, mostly as a collectible. Might get an “Armor” version for actual use.
nice video :)
Imagine if one of those guys flipped a flint wheel the wrong way *factory explodes
Spin the wheel!
It's a Combsuken.
i miss these soundtracks from tv shows. and this isn't even that old. according to the stamps, these lighters were made in 2008
Looks really amazing ;)
Good vid. Very informative.
Very cool!
It’s a lighter.
Lel.
Spin the wheel (SPIN THE WHEEL!)
IT’S A COMBUSKEN!
Wow it's made!
we'll give you aids
Shining Armor
I remember seeing you on a Sax.uk video.
it's the lighter.
Lal
Spin the wheel!
Skeleton: spin the wheel!
*The wheel now spinning until...
It's combusken!
Man, I wish they would release the production music for HIM
The amount of puns they work in is astonishing.
thats pretty cool!
The tutu will form the Flintstones and the plate will form the Jetsons.
ssss
_May a Thousand fleas, never infest your TuTu or Three Three. 0.o_
A worker steals them, its time to move on
then they snort powder
"Pneumatic screwdrivers drive the screw home" Oh god.
_sigh,_ sometimes I wish they would ease up on these "puns"
"Oh god."
That's what the lady said...
***** B)
I read this the second I heard it
I dont get it, what's odd about that?
Please make a playlist. I'm starting to reach the point where I've gotta go looking for a new one.
i got my first one a few months ago. ive never been so in love.
good point. I love my zippo - butane lighters are so fragile and they need to be refill every week too when you smoke ;) And I like that fuel smell too ;)
Serious question: Is it weird or a waste to look for one of these to use as a fidget device? I prefer not to smoke and there’s something about the shape, sounds and hinged top part. Seems like ideal stuff to fiddle with (minus the 🔥).
I used to play with a Zippo all the time.
There's a world of Zippo flipping and tricks.
You can use a Zippo that's empty of fuel or one that is a butane version. The insert is required the feel of the action (for traditional and Zippo copies).
Does anyone know the name of the press used?
Choose your favourite:
Zippo or disposable Bic?
Let's start a flame war.
1701spacecadet Zippo because it has that appeal to it and will last longer
Zippo.
1701spacecadet both because my zippo runs outta fluid at random. If you dont have a bic or a book of matches in your house and car you aren't a true smoker
Zippo! In fact, I just a new one today (to replace a year old I lost) and had to use a screw driver to loosen the spring! Besides, a Zippo isn't disposable and wasting oil for plastic, etc. (Written for any SJW's reading). :)
Dunhill
wow :O now I know how my Zippo was made :)
i love them :)
i love the Flintstones!
Sister Great Video..❤️❤️❤️
It's a combusken.
dope means cool your really cool
So if you were to make a custom one, would you have to go directly to the company for permission?
Actually was thinking 0:56 would be my dream job
cool!
Fucking love this show
back in my day we didnt have lighters. good old matches were all we needed
Back in my day we rubbed brontosaurus bones together
hahaha i LOVE them !!
I'm still one of Zippo fan from 1970.
God I love the music.
Cool
Glad humans are still needed in this process..
I smoke mainly because of Zippos, they're too cool.
GO ZIPPO aka THE BEST LIGHTERS EVER!!!!!
In one of the first shots you see a zippo with the logo of a dutch soccer club: SC Heereveen. (the one in the top row with the blue/white stripes + the little hearts )
What's a good online place to buy zippo lighters?
"Open and shut case..." YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
back in my day we didn't have control over fire, we waited for lightning to strike dead trees. Problem?
I had the fire watch on the Ark. I know what you mean.
This clip was puntastic.
I think Modern Marvels shows the engraving part and also talks about the zippo's history. I can't say for sure since I only seen it once on t.v. awhile back.
I remember when I have 14, unrelated but that was a good time.
Who wouldn't love the job of the person in the top left @0:56?
"Ok so what do I do?"
"Push this down"
"OK"
"Now do that lots more times"
"Check."
great job good place to work good pay and only made in one small city i had good time working there
Which task did you have? (aligning flint, checking case, etc)
"lighters aren't a novelty anymore" but then what are novelty lighters? LOL
They are novelty lighters, not regular lighters.
that must be a fun job
I just went looking for my Zippo and can't find it! :(
I just recently found out that My fathers 2nd cousin owns the Zippo Company in Bradford, PA.
oooh i see. i didnt know zippos would do that. thank you
How can I get all of that chrome off I just want to see the copper underneath I think it looks much better. Can I just sand it off? Lmk ASAP I just ordered a zippo but I want to take the chrome off when it gets here.
You could have ordered a brass finish model instead. Otherwise, light sanding with 250 - 400 grit. If you go too course you'll run the risk of taking base material off quickly.
ScotchBrite on a wheel would likely work well, but that is a method I have not tried to remove chrome from a brass base before.
ALAPINO Awesome I’ll try sandpaper. I made an account on Marlboro rewards and put 30 codes in plus the free points they gave me I only had enough points to get the classic street chrome zippo, the brass one that I wanted costed much more points. Thanks for replying though I hope the sandpaper works.
@@RoamingNobody No worries!
If you can, wet sanding helps with the finish. Dry should be just fine, though.
holy fuck, I was close to fall asleep while watching this..
Thank you for uploading this video. One of my favorite shows. I wonder why the narrator's voice is female. in this one.
Do you mind if I link to this at Zippoboards.com?
@ALAPINO I was just talking to my parents about. It is actually my fathers 1st cousin who married into it. But they say she doesn't talk to our fraternal family.
@charmalia Yes i have also seen that video. Oh and i almost forgot make sure there is o fluid in your zippo (just take out the zippo of its case and let it dry on the balcony). Im not so sure if they will confiscate it or not but if you dont put it in your carry-on bag but into your suitcase, You should be just fine.
I LOVED ZIPPOS!! BUT I QUIT SMOKING NOW.
Thank
i love my zippo
It has the stamp. it's pressed on when the machines mould/press the metal sheet.
well you sound pretty educated on zippos now if this video is accurate and all zippos are made from brass could i simple take a wire brush wheel on a bench grinder over my zippo to make it into a brushed brass zippo or would you not recommend doing this at all?
nice
Здравствуйте.
А если моя Zippo протёрлась по углам до дыр,
то на этот случай гарантия распространяется ?
YEP!!!
Dont worry jord you'll grow into them just like i did. Smoking is frickin awesome when done sparingly!! Same with the odd dube
if i worked here... i would steal SOOOO MANY ZIPPOS
Whats the song called?
you can get a butane insert for a zippo, so it still looks nice, is reusable, and practical.
the brass eyelet theyre showing is for the wick, its brass because its more resistant to corrosion from fluid
@bromotionsk8er your damn right!!
I need a zippo soldered to my hand. I keep losing them.
I enjoyed watching this video because I am a zippo supplier. What I dont like about zippo company is that they get to keep almost 50% of the profit plus taxes. Plus suppliers and small businesses always have to pay them in cash. This way they can alter their taxes and total yearly sales. Suppliers like me make 15% profit. In other companies, its the opposite. The companies make around 15 to 30% profit whereas suppliers make around 40 to 60% profit.
What is the song called in the background
Darude sandstorm
i do miss the days when zippos were hand made and people took pride in having one
How price the zippo lighter
Apparently Zippo is using them now as well, as show in this video.
The more of these I watch, the more I think, "That job could easily be done by a robot."
They should make How it's made of 'How it's made', that should be some nice peace of irony!
@charmalia whatever you do dont put the zippo your or fluid gas in your carry on bag (the one that you take on the plane). Instead put your zippo in the suitcase that you check in so they wont confiscate it at the security check.
Hope this cleared up some things.
sweet
They should make a "How It's Made - kids" :-D
My Zippo is marked with a logo on the bottom, it's like a flame with an "A" inside.Does anybody knows what this mark means?thanks everybody!
My dad's Zippo has it too, he searched for the answer too and find out it was 2000 euro's worth. Maybe yours is also much worth?
The "A" means that you have an "armor" Zippo. An armor Zippo has a case, wall thickness of .030" instead of the normal .020". The thicker walled Zippo gives the lighter a little more weight. I think it feels more substantial as you handle it. Also, the thicker case makes the opening and closing sound of the Zippo about an octave lower than the standard Zippo.
Anthony White
thats on the botom of the case and on the inner part.
Yes, but what you're referring to is the letter-month designation that is located off to the left side. If the Zippo has an A inside of a small shield with a little flame directly above, in the middle, right under the logo ZIPPO, it's an Armor Zippo.
has anyone noticed the decline in quality zippos have today? I think 2009 was the last year of quality zippos anything after seems they got lazy with the lids being flush. also I've seen alot of ruff edges on the lids. getting sloppy zippo..... getting sloppy.
It's a pain, but not impossible, to find new old stock.
Sadly, I think it's a sign of the times that Zippo is on the decline. I think it won't be long until Zippo becomes a relic or moves to a non-domestic manufacture.
I found one at a yard sale last year that is a presentation lighter if I'm not mistaken. It's polished brass with a NYK embossed into it.
NYK is a Japanese shipping company.
I can't find another like it online.
@@michaelh.8280 _It was invented by a Japanese company all those years ago and bought out by Zippo. Sadly, Zippo has never improved on the design and even my $68 and up Armor series Zippos come with loose hinges. I have many hand-made steam-punk style Japanese lighters and they are very good quality._
Is this in America?