SilverMatch y Win - No reserve price - Lighter - Steel - (4)

Silver Match Vintage Lighter - "Made in Austria" Edition - Chrome Finish - 60s/70s
Description of the Lot
Brand: Silver Match
Manufacturing: Austria (Circular base seal)
Decade: Late 1960s / Early 1970s
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Industrial
Item Details:
This Silver Match model stands out for its Austrian provenance, guaranteeing high-quality metal construction. It features an elegant design with horizontal linear engraving across the body, a classic finish of the era that blends elegance and functionality.
Base: Deep engraving with the brand name and the circular origin seal "Made in Austria".
Mechanism: Includes a lateral wheel for flame adjustment (+/-).
Aesthetics: The chrome is in overall good condition, with natural wear and micro-scratches typical of an object with more than 50 years of history.
Working condition:
Important: The lighter does not function at the moment.
Offered as a display piece for collectors, decorative item, or restoration project for enthusiasts of vintage micro-mechanics.
Technical Data (Updated)
Brand: Silver Match.
Country of Origin: Austria.
Condition: Not functioning (For restoration/Collection).
Material: Chrome-plated metal.
This is an excellent retro collectible piece. WIN Mark V lighters are known for their high-quality Japanese piezoelectric system from the 1970s and 1980s.
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Suggested Title
Lot of 2 WIN Mark V Lighters - Piezoelectric - Japan - 70s/80s
Lot Description
Up for auction is an interesting lot of two lighters from the prestigious Japanese brand WIN, model Mark V. These lighters are famous for their Piezoelectric technology, which does not require a flint or batteries to operate, using a quartz crystal to generate the spark.
Lot Details:
WIN Mark V - Gold and Black Finish:
Status: Operational (see flame photos).
Aesthetics: Shows signs of use and natural wear on the lacquer and edges, giving it an authentic vintage patina.
Functionality: Gas charge reads correctly and the ignition mechanism is working.
WIN Mark V - Silver Finish (Textured):
Status: Not working / For parts or restoration.
Defects: Missing the screw/gas-fill valve cap on the base (see detailed photos). The piezoelectric mechanism does not currently ignite the flame.
Extra: Includes original presentation box with red velvet interior, ideal for display.
Technical Specifications:
Brand: WIN
Model: Mark V (P-500)
Origin: Japan (Made in Japan).
System: Piezo Electric (No flint / No batteries).
Material: Metal with various finishes.
Condition:
Gold/Black: Used with signs of use (Grade: Good/Working).
Silver: Used with signs of use and missing base component (Grade: For parts or restoration).
Note to the buyer: Please carefully review the base photos to verify markings and the absence of the cap on the silver model. Shipped without gas due to safety transport regulations.
4) Silver Match Lighter - Model "Compound" - Vintage - France
Description
Elegant lighter from the French firm Silver Match, model Compound (patented). A mid-20th-century piece with a refined chrome finish and guilloché-style engraving. Includes a central cartouche with the initials "C.F.".
Lot Details:
Brand: Silver Match.
Model: Compound.
Finish: Chrome-plated metal with geometric pattern.
Aesthetic Condition: Good vintage condition, with light signs of use and patina that attest to its age.
Mechanical Condition: Does not operate. Requires inspection, cleaning, and tuning (possible stone change or recharge).
Marks: Retains all original brand and patent engravings on the body.
Ideal for collectors or restoration experts. Photos are part of the description.