1953 Cleancut Cigarette Lighter

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Posted by Ray Walsh

11 years ago

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Description

1953 Cigarette Light from Korea. Stamping on bottom reads:

REG. TRADE MARK

CLEANCUT

DRAGON MFG CO.

The Logo on the front face is rasied and a gold color. Gold letters on a white background ribbon read:

19 1169 53

Looks and works like a Zippo brand lighter. Exposed hinge. I do not believe it has ever been lit.

Category Militaria

Medium Stainless Steel

Distinguishing marks Gold raised Logo...like a castle. White ribbon on the logo reads 19 1169 53

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item Approx 2" by 1"

Date Period Korean War, Korea. 1953

Weight a few ounces?

History My father brought it home from the Korean War. He was Army.

Price Paid (If known) Do not know

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