Iconic Braun TFG1 electromagnetic table lighter, designed by Reinhold Weiss during the formative years of Braun’s collaboration with Dieter Rams. Commonly referred to by collectors as the “Toaster” due to its distinctive industrial form, the TFG1 stands as a definitive example of mid-century German functionalist design and the Ulm School philosophy. Produced in West Germany during the 1960s, the Braun TFG1 replaces the conventional flint wheel with an advanced electromagnetic ignition system, reflecting Braun’s commitment to technical innovation and minimalist engineering. This example features the original Hengstler-manufactured electromagnetic coil, bearing the correct period HR logo, confirming authenticity of the internal mechanism. The lighter is finished in chrome-plated metal with a textured black leather wrap, a highly desirable configuration combining industrial precision with refined material contrast. The underside is marked with the period code “038017.” The mechanism is documented in detailed photographs and is fully functional, with stable ignition and no gas loss observed. CONDITION REPORT • Excellent vintage condition • Chrome-plated surfaces with minimal signs of use • Black leather wrap intact, no peeling or deep abrasions • Original Hengstler electromagnetic coil present and verified • Ignition mechanism fully functional • Gas system operational, no leakage observed • Base marked with code 038017 The Braun TFG1 is regarded as a cornerstone object of Braun’s golden design era and a key work within Reinhold Weiss’s portfolio. Its sculptural form, technical sophistication, and direct association with the “Less but better” philosophy elevate it beyond a utilitarian lighter into the realm of functional art. Highly sought after by collectors of Braun design, Ulm School objects, and tobacciana, fully functional examples with original branded internal components are especially prized and increasingly scarce. Worldwide shipping. Shipping fee includes professional carefully packaging to ensure safe and secure delivery.