Kaschie - K33 - Semi Automatic - Aansteker - Nickel Plated Metal

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: Nickel-plated metal with engine-turned/guilloché side patterns

Mechanism: Slide trigger system

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina and minor signs of handling. Flame mechanism and slide door operate as intended (fully functional).