Dunhill England 1940 Desk Table Unique Lift Arm Petrol Lighter With Shagreen

Unique petrol lighter designed by Dunhill.

Beautiful and elegant table desk lift arm petrol lighter, designed by the Alfred Dunhill Company during the post war period, circa 1940-1950. This iconic petrol lighter was crafted in solid silver plate with polished finish and lined up with green shagreen.. This model is based In the 1927 Unique lighter that Dunhill launched, a revolutionary development resulting in the first lighter to operate with only one hand. 

Weight: 350.60 Grams, (224.74 Dwt).

Measurements: 84mm by 29 mm x 108 mm (3.30 x 1.15 x 4.25 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark AD inside a cartouche and signed in full, "DUNHILL LIGHTER MADE IN ENGLAND PATENT NO. 143752 FABRICATION ANGLAISE".

Alfred Dunhill 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).

Note: This piece is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier.

Condition: The overall condition of this petrol lighter is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver. All parts are in good shape with no dings or marks. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P042423AENJ/.1112