Vintage Berkeley Windproof Lighter – WWII Era – Polished Military Style

Description

Vintage Berkeley Windproof Lighter – WWII Era – Military Style

A fantastic vintage Berkeley windproof lighter dating to the World War II era, showcasing the rugged utilitarian design and practical engineering of wartime smoking accessories.

Manufactured by Berkeley during the 1940s, these iconic lighters were designed to operate reliably in outdoor and windy conditions, featuring a classic flip-top lid and removable fuel insert similar to other military-style windproof lighters of the period.

 Constructed from wartime resource-conscious materials such as aluminum or brass, Berkeley lighters have become highly collectable among military memorabilia enthusiasts, lighter collectors, and fans of vintage industrial design.

Features:

• Vintage Berkeley windproof lighter
• WWII era manufacture
• Flip-top windproof design
• Removable fuel insert
• Constructed from aluminum or brass
• Classic wartime utilitarian styling
• Ideal for collectors of tobacciana and militaria

Condition:
Shows age-related wear, paint loss, scratches, and patina consistent with vintage wartime use. Appears to be in working order and sold as a collectible item. Please refer to photos for condition details.

A superb piece of WWII-era history and an excellent addition to any vintage lighter, militaria, or tobacciana collection.