Zippo - Rare Vintage Zippo Barrett-Smythe Bingo Surprise (Late 1990s) - Unfired NOS Metal Tin Boxed - Lighter - Brush Chrome
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Zippo Bingo Surprise lighter by Barrett-Smythe (model 207BS.B229) with a brush chrome finish, made in the United States, in unfired NOS condition and original metal collector tin box, serial D 02, dating to the late 1990s to 2000s.
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Description from the seller
Welcome to Elegance Lighters!
Up for auction is a highly sought-after, rare vintage Zippo created by the iconic design house Barrett-Smythe: the "Bingo Surprise" lighter.
Barrett-Smythe "Surprise" series lighters are legendary among collectors for their detailed 3D emblems that reveal a hidden feature or secondary design detail when the lid is flipped open.
Product Details:
Designer / Series: Barrett-Smythe / Surprise Series
Model Name / Code: Bingo Surprise (Model 207BS.B229)
Design Motif: Detailed 3D emblem depicting a classic Bingo game card with a hand placing a marker, featuring an internal "Surprise" element upon opening
Finish: Street Chrome / Antique Pewter style finish
Condition: Excellent NOS (New Old Stock) / Unfired condition. The inner chimney, wick, and gold/chrome details are completely untouched. Never fueled or lit.
Packaging Included:
Original Zippo metal collector tin box with original velvet display tray and factory barcode sticker matching the code (207BS.B229 BINGO SURPR)
"Every lighter carries a story; every spark holds a memory."
— Elegance Lighters!.
Seller's Story
✨ Welcome to Elegance Lighters ✨
Based in Germany, we are dedicated to sourcing exceptional vintage, limited-edition, and iconic pocket lighters for passionate collectors worldwide.
🌟 Why Collect With Us?
100% Guaranteed Authenticity: Every piece is rigorously inspected and verified.
Curated Quality: We focus on rare, high-grade, and historic designs.
Worldwide Shipping: Safe, fast, and professionally packaged delivery.
✦ Elevate your collection with a piece of history. ✦
-Elegance Lighters-
Welcome to Elegance Lighters!
Up for auction is a highly sought-after, rare vintage Zippo created by the iconic design house Barrett-Smythe: the "Bingo Surprise" lighter.
Barrett-Smythe "Surprise" series lighters are legendary among collectors for their detailed 3D emblems that reveal a hidden feature or secondary design detail when the lid is flipped open.
Product Details:
Designer / Series: Barrett-Smythe / Surprise Series
Model Name / Code: Bingo Surprise (Model 207BS.B229)
Design Motif: Detailed 3D emblem depicting a classic Bingo game card with a hand placing a marker, featuring an internal "Surprise" element upon opening
Finish: Street Chrome / Antique Pewter style finish
Condition: Excellent NOS (New Old Stock) / Unfired condition. The inner chimney, wick, and gold/chrome details are completely untouched. Never fueled or lit.
Packaging Included:
Original Zippo metal collector tin box with original velvet display tray and factory barcode sticker matching the code (207BS.B229 BINGO SURPR)
"Every lighter carries a story; every spark holds a memory."
— Elegance Lighters!.
Seller's Story
✨ Welcome to Elegance Lighters ✨
Based in Germany, we are dedicated to sourcing exceptional vintage, limited-edition, and iconic pocket lighters for passionate collectors worldwide.
🌟 Why Collect With Us?
100% Guaranteed Authenticity: Every piece is rigorously inspected and verified.
Curated Quality: We focus on rare, high-grade, and historic designs.
Worldwide Shipping: Safe, fast, and professionally packaged delivery.
✦ Elevate your collection with a piece of history. ✦
-Elegance Lighters-
Details
Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Zippo
Model/type
Rare Vintage Zippo Barrett-Smythe Bingo Surprise (Late 1990s) - Unfired NOS Metal Tin Boxed
Serial number
D 02
Material
Brush Chrome
Country of origin
United States
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Period
2000-2010
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