Thanks Cobra for the clarification.

Literally only one match for that name. The stamps look newer than the 1920's, but could this be a short lived midshipman working uniform?

Hi Nestor, one of the common elements of fakes is that the engraved letters are usually “wobbly” and mis-formed. This is due to the fact that they are still using engraving equipment that is at least 60 years old. This is not an “imperfection” or a “handmade” look. This is the result of using worn out equipment.

I say Yes, based on the finish on the back and the fastener. 

Here is my NS Myers wings. Original WW2   ?

Cobra, what's the difference between a lighter with a crisp, perfect engraving that looks like it was laser-cut and one with "imperfection" and a "handmade" look by locals in street workshops? This is a characteristic of the authenticity of many Zippos from the Vietnam War.

I completely agree. Those Zippos aren't just lighters; they're pocket biographies. While those with generic phrases ("Bury me upside down so the world can kiss my rump") are iconic, those that include specific details like service number or unit are authentic pieces of military history that, in many cases, allow you to trace the real soldier and verify their authenticity.

Welcome! Quite a wide historical range there!

I am trying to find a list of units that were involved with T/F Frigid. I have seen photos of the tab being worn under the 82nd Airborne, 3rd Infantry Division, and the basic Armored triangle patches. I can find no evidence that the 3rd was involved, but I have seen a photo of someone with the tab under the patch. Were any other units involved?

Thank you, Nestor. The Zippo is an authentic, manufactured one. The letters engraved are crisp, although I am troubled by the black paint. My opinion is that this is probably an authentic, engraved-in-Vietnam during the War years lighter. Naturally, more on the named individual would be helpful.   I always go back to the best and easiest to authenticate are those with a name, service number, rank, unit, location and a paper or electronic copy of his DD-214 discharge available. But, this is not the ideal world, so we make our best estimated guesses.