Vintage Cigarette Lighters

Ronson Lighters

Ronson

Ronson's primary patent, also found on other brands, such as Evans and Elgin American, is this one: Patent - the Banjo Patent reissued from the Original Patent.

Fuel & Flint Servicing Change - 1954

Beginning with some 1954 models a change was made to the apparatus for fueling and replacing flint. This featured the bottom that pulls away from the body for filling. A tiny "O-ring" sort of gasket goes around the inside of the base to provide the seal when it is closed so the fluid won't leak. The screw in the center allows access to replace the flint.

To the right is a 1956 ad promoting this feature as it had been adopted on more models by then - CLICK HERE for enlarged view of ad

Ronson Adonis Lighter

Introduced in 1947 the Adonis was made in at least 45 different versions. This example from 1950.

Patent

Ronson Banjo Lighter

First made in 1926, this is the first "automatic", one-motion lighter; "Press It's Lit - Release It's Out". A replica was made and issued in the 1980s. The replica version says "World's First Automatic Lighter" on it.

Ronson Banker Lighter

First made in 1937 with at least 16 designs.

Ronson Bartender Striker Table Lighter

First made in 1936

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Ronson Bolero Table Lighter

First made in 1954 and came as a set - lighter & ashtray

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Ronson Buddha Striker Lighter

First made in circa 1920 - originally made as an incense burner (tray in front) and reconfigured as a lighter. Unmarked but in Ronson catalog pages.

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Ronson Cadet Lighter

Brought out in 1959 along with the Cadet Mini, this lighter was made only in England in at least 3 versions - one of which has a wind shield.

British Patent

Ronson Cadet Adonis Lighter

This lighter (C-208) isn't in 'The Book' and I can't find any exact dating - likely early 1960s. This lighter was made only in England - as all Cadets.
LBK-0BC

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Ronson Cadet Mini Lighter

This is a short version of the Cadet and was brought out in 1959. This lighter was made only in England in 4 patterns.
HRK-0AB

Ronson Capri Lighter

The Capri was introduced in 1954 with a new style fitment that gradually replaced the old on all models. This lighter was offered in 15 styles.
IMK-00G

Ronson Colonial Table Lighter

First manufactured in 1936.

Ronson Colonnade Touch Tip Lighter

First manufactured in 1940. This is a unique two-tone gold example from the late 1940s. See: 10 Rare & Unusual Ronson Lighters

Ronson Crown Table Lighter

First manufactured in 1936. The Crown was made in combination with wood and metal cigarette trays, metal trays, cigarette urn and candle holders.

Ronson Cupid Table Lighter

First manufactured in 1956. Named 'Cupid' because of the 3 cherubs attached to the body. Has the same lighter fitment as the Ronson Essex.