Vintage 1950s Continental Automatic Pocket Lighter – Chrome Plated, Made in Japan
Item Description
Brand: Continental (Marked CMC on the fulcrum bracket)
Type: Fully automatic squeeze/press pocket lighter
Era: Circa 1950s
Origin: Japan
Design: Plain polished chrome-plated body with a textured diamond pattern on the thumb pad lever. Features a classic oval silhouette measuring approximately 2 inches across the base.
Mechanism: Ronson style mechanism (press down to flip the cap and strike the flint simultaneously).
Condition Details
Cosmetic: The chrome casing shows light scratches, scuffs, and minor pitting from age. It requires a detailed cleaning.
Base Plate: Clearly stamped with the Continental arc logo, a circled R trademark, and dedicated flat-head screws for Flint replacement and fuel (Fill Here).
Mechanical Status: The automatic lever depresses smoothly but wont spark, flint chamber needs cleaned.
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