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WWII engraved lighter

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#1

I went to an antique store today, and got some nice finds but also got this WWII lighter which was supposedly engraved from a member of an armored division. It looks goo do me but I know that engraved lighters are faked a lot, and would like a second opinion.

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#2

I really like the lighter and would have bought it too! I think it's period engraved. Is there a makers name on it?

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#3

Not that I could find but if I look more closely at it I might find something. Also, thanks for your help!

Just now, kfields said:

I really like the lighter and would have bought it too! I think it's period engraved. Is there a makers name on it?

 

#4

My thoughts. The entire lighter is very crudely made, not factory made. My guess is hand made in the far East. Maybe Philippines. And also engraved by hand for a soldier. 

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#5

Sorry I’m late to notice this reply, but yes it was definitely not factory made now that I look at it. My guess is that it was engraved by a soldier, but could definitely could have been engraved for a soldier. 

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