MORTON 1929 Semi Automatic Round Push Desk Petrol Lighter With Faux Leather
Adam & Morton desk petrol lighter designed by Rennak Sales Co.
This is a beautiful and exceptionally rare Art Deco petrol desk lighter, manufactured by Rennak Sales Co. in America, circa 1929. The lighter is crafted in chromed steel with a highly polished finish, featuring an elegant round architectural form and a distinctive combination of polished metal and finely applied faux-leather decoration. It is fitted with a semi-automatic push-button ignition mechanism, reflecting the innovative mechanical design characteristic of American lighters of the period.
A particularly rare and decorative example, this lighter combines sophisticated Art Deco styling with practical functionality. It remains in excellent working condition, having been fully serviced and tested. A highly collectible piece with exceptional visual appeal and strong period character, this rare Rennak Sales Co. desk lighter would make an outstanding addition to any collection of Art Deco objects, vintage mechanical lighters, or American industrial design.
Morton lighters
They are rare American mechanical lighters introduced in 1929 by Rennak Sales Co. and manufactured by Samuel Kanner in Long Island City, New York. Produced during the height of the American Art Deco period, these innovative lighters are distinguished by their ingenious semi-automatic mechanisms and distinctive period styling. The Morton name was used alongside the Adams name on related models, with both appearing during overlapping production periods. Early examples feature a spring-loaded, push-in top mechanism, while later variations incorporated a press-down button system for opening and ignition. The range included compact metal pocket lighters as well as more elaborate table models, some of which were elegantly wrapped in leather. Their combination of mechanical ingenuity, functional design, and sophisticated Art Deco aesthetics makes them particularly appealing to collectors of vintage American lighters. Today, Morton lighters are considered scarce and highly collectible examples of early American mechanical lighter design, prized for their unusual mechanisms, variety of forms, and association with the innovative lighter industry of New York during the late 1920s and 1930s.
Country: United States.
Period: Art Deco, 1928-30
Maker: Rennak Sales Co.
Style: Skyscraper.
Materials: Polished chromed steel and faux brown leather, (Original).
Model: Morton semi automatic desk lighter.
Weight: 105.95 Grams, (67.95 Dwt).
Measurements: H. 59 mm by Diameter 52 mm (2.3 x 2.05 Inches).
Note: This Morton desk 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 Morton desk lighter is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to any part and is in working-display condition. All parts are secured in the settings. This lighter was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D0080726ETRJ/.6639
