DUNHILL 1938 Rollalite Petrol Pocket Lighter In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

A rollalite lighter designed by Alfred Dunhill

This is a very scarce petrol pocket lighter, created in Switzerland by La Nationale company for the Alfred Dunhill Company in London England, back in the 1936. This semi-automatic lighter is the iconic and popular rollalite model, crafted with art deco patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The very early Dunhill lighter is highly collectible and is decorated with straight undulates ribbed lines.

Model: Dunhill Rollalite

First Produced: 1938.

Material: .925 Sterling silver.

Weight: 51.95 Grams, (33.35 Dwt).

Measurements: 60 mm by 23 mm by 12 mm (2.36 x 0.91 x 0.47 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the .925 silver, and signed in full, "DUNHILL LONDON MADE IN SWITZERLAND 0.925 PAT. PEND.".

He inherited his father’s London saddlery in 1893. Following the increase in motor car ownership, Alfred developed the business to include motoring accessories, which he called ‘Dunhill’s Motorities’. This included goggles, timepieces, picnic sets, and leather coats, and it wasn’t long before the brand became associated with men’s general motoring attire. They opened two shops in Mayfair and had a catalogue of over 1300 items. Between the 1904 and 1905, Dunhill introduced their ‘Windshield Pipe’, to help drivers combat the effect of wind and travel on their ability to smoke. This marked both the end of the ‘motorities’ focus and their entry into the world of smoking ephemera, and they shortly opened their first tobacconist in 1907 on Duke Street. The proximity to several esteemed Private Members Clubs around the Mayfair, St James’ area ensured that the venture was a success. (From Nicholas Wells With Thanks).

Literature: Blei-Bottoni, The Dunhill Petrol Lighter "A Unique Story", Unique SRL 2004 first edition. Figure-528 Pp-266 for illustrations of this model in silver and gold.

Note: This pocket lighter is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier. This lighter just need a new flint and proper lighter fluid. Was tested and is in working condition.

Condition: The overall condition of this lighter is good to very good. Beside the little normal wear all parts are secured in the setting and in working condition. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D071624AMRY/1.540