Up for auction is an authentic Kaschie K33 petrol pocket lighter, manufactured in Germany by Karl Schieder. This specific piece features the sought-after "U.S. ZONE GERMANY" marking, precisely dating its production to the post-WWII occupation era (1945–1949). It also bears the original brand markings "KASCHIE - PATENT PENDING" and a vintage commercial engraving on the casing: "Soc. de Artigos Gráficos MANUEL REIS MORAIS & IRMÃO S.A.R.L. Porto - Lisboa - Luanda". Brand: Kaschie (Karl Schieder) Model: K33 Semi-Automatic Petrol/Wick Lighter Period: Late 1940s (Post-WWII U.S. Occupation Zone) Origin: Germany Material: Chrome-plated metal with engine-turned/guilloché side patterns Mechanism: Slide trigger system Condition: Excellent condition. Flame mechanism and slide door operate as intended (fully functional).