1930s
The Zippo timeline begins in the early 1930s, at the Bradford Country Club in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Mr. Blaisdell watched a friend struggle awkwardly to use a cumbersome, Austrian-made lighter. Mr. Blaisdell noted that the lighter worked well, even in the wind, due to the unique chimney, but the appearance and design was utilitarian and inefficient. The lighter required the use of two hands to operate and its thin metal surface was easily dented.
In late 1932 Mr. Blaisdell decided to reconstruct the Austrian lighter. He fabricated a small rectangular case and attached a lid with a hinge. He preserved the chimney design which protected the flame. The result was an attractive lighter that was easily operated with one hand. The name “Zippo” was created by Mr Blaisdell. He liked the sound of the word “zipper” so he formed variations on the word until he settled on “Zippo,” which he felt had a “modern” sound.
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The new pocket lighter sold for $1.95 each and was backed by Mr. Blaisdell’s, now famous, unconditional lifetime guarantee –»It works or we fix it free.” The application for the original Zippo patent was filed on May 17, 1934, and patent number 2032695 was granted on March 3, 1936. That first Zippo pocket lighter, produced in 1933, is on display at the Zippo/Case Museum in Bradford.
In the mid-30’s, Kendall Refining Company in Bradford, placed an order for 500 Zippo lighters. These lighters are believed to be the first company-advertised lighters produced by Zippo and are highly prized collectibles.
TODAY
Today, George B. Duke, Mr. Blaisdell’s grandson, is the sole owner and Chairman of the Board of Zippo. Mark Paup is the company’s President and CEO.
Zippo’s diverse product line continues to grow, and now includes lighter accessories, butane multi-purpose lighters, men’s and women’s fragrances, lifestyle accessories, eyewear, and products for outdoor enthusiasts.
There are many Zippo collectors around the world. Their fervor and dedication to the brand is unparalleled. To enhance the collecting experience, Zippo collector clubs around the world hold meet ups and other events throughout the year.
Companies around the world continue to use Zippo lighters as an advertising and promotional tool. These “advertiser” lighters continue to be among collectors’ favorites.
Perhaps one of the biggest influences on collecting is Zippo’s ties to popular culture, Hollywood, Broadway, and the music industry. The Zippo lighter has been featured in more than 2,000 movies, stage plays and television shows over the years. Zippo lighters have “starred” in such diverse productions as “I Love Lucy” “The X-Men” and “Hairspray – the Musical.” Often the lighter is a key prop, used as a device to move the plot forward or to reflect the personality of a character or time period being depicted. The famous Zippo “click” sound has been sampled on songs, and the lighters themselves have been featured on album covers, tattooed on rockers’ skin, and wielded in Rolling Stone photo shoots.
In a world where most products are simply disposable or available with limited warranties, the Zippo pocket lighter remains backed by its famous lifetime guarantee. In more than 90 years, no one has ever spent a cent on the mechanical repair of a Zippo pocket lighter regardless of the lighter’s age or condition. The Zippo pocket lighter is ingrained in American culture and is a global icon of durability and reliability.
TODAY
Today, George B. Duke, Mr. Blaisdell’s grandson, is the sole owner and Chairman of the Board of Zippo. Mark Paup is the company’s President and CEO.
Zippo’s diverse product line continues to grow, and now includes lighter accessories, butane multi-purpose lighters, men’s and women’s fragrances, lifestyle accessories, eyewear, and products for outdoor enthusiasts.
There are many Zippo collectors around the world. Their fervor and dedication to the brand is unparalleled. To enhance the collecting experience, Zippo collector clubs around the world hold meet ups and other events throughout the year.
Companies around the world continue to use Zippo lighters as an advertising and promotional tool. These “advertiser” lighters continue to be among collectors’ favorites.
Perhaps one of the biggest influences on collecting is Zippo’s ties to popular culture, Hollywood, Broadway, and the music industry. The Zippo lighter has been featured in more than 2,000 movies, stage plays and television shows over the years. Zippo lighters have “starred” in such diverse productions as “I Love Lucy” “The X-Men” and “Hairspray – the Musical.” Often the lighter is a key prop, used as a device to move the plot forward or to reflect the personality of a character or time period being depicted. The famous Zippo “click” sound has been sampled on songs, and the lighters themselves have been featured on album covers, tattooed on rockers’ skin, and wielded in Rolling Stone photo shoots.
In a world where most products are simply disposable or available with limited warranties, the Zippo pocket lighter remains backed by its famous lifetime guarantee. In more than 85 years, no one has ever spent a cent on the mechanical repair of a Zippo pocket lighter regardless of the lighter’s age or condition. The Zippo pocket lighter is ingrained in American culture and is a global icon of durability and reliability.
История Zippo и почему эти зажигалки так ценят
Зажигалки Zippo берут свое начало еще в далеком 1932 году и продолжают существовать до сих пор. Этот бренд всегда был семейным бизнесом, не имеющим филиалов и дополнительных производств кроме как в Бредфорде, штат Пенсильвания, США. Именно поэтому на дне зажигалки мы видим с вами надпись Bradford PA, made in USA.
Оригинальные зажигалки Zippo делаются только в США, это важно помнить когда вы сомневаетесь в производителе. С 1932 года зажигалки имеют такую форму и вид, который мы видим сейчас, лишь немного отличаясь деталями и штампами на дне
Это всегда была ветрозащитная бензиновая зажигалка, с откидной крышкой и характерным щелчком. Она прошла вьетнамскую войну, делалась из различных металлов, но всегда сохраняла первозданную форму, отличаясь лишь многообразием дизайнов
С 1932 года зажигалки имеют такую форму и вид, который мы видим сейчас, лишь немного отличаясь деталями и штампами на дне. Это всегда была ветрозащитная бензиновая зажигалка, с откидной крышкой и характерным щелчком. Она прошла вьетнамскую войну, делалась из различных металлов, но всегда сохраняла первозданную форму, отличаясь лишь многообразием дизайнов.
2010s
In February 2010 Zippo acquired the Ronson brand of lighters and Ronsonol brand of fuel.
In 2010 the company introduced an all-metal hand warmer, launching the Zippo Outdoor products. The hand warmer uses Zippo premium lighter fluid and provides a steady source of heat longer than any other product on the market.
Zippo’s continued expansion in overseas markets, particularly India and China, as well as strong domestic sales led to record sales increases in 2011 and 2012.
In 2011 the Zippo Outdoor product selection expanded to include an emergency fire starter kit and flex neck utility lighter.
In 2012, during its 80th anniversary year, Zippo production surpassed the landmark 500 millionth lighter.
Also in 2012, the Zippo/Case Museum was remodeled to better reflect the Zippo brand. The modern design features a combination of rich and rugged textures, like leather and brick, and a mix of vintage artwork and lifestyle photography.
In 2013 Zippo launched a line of robust Zippo-branded camping gear and fire accessories.
Дальнейшее развитие бренда
«Случайная» история создания зажигалки и пожизненная гарантия под лозунгом «Либо она работает, либо мы совершенно бесплатно починим ее» стали предметом обсуждений вскоре после появления первой серийной модели, данные условия гарантии действуют и по сей день, подробности можно узнать тут. Дальнейшее развитие событий выглядит следующим образом:
- 1936 год – выдан первый патент оригинальной Зиппо;
- 1950-е годы – начало указания на донышке изделий штампа (указывает год выпуска изделия);
- начало 60-х – расширение производства ручками, перочинными ножами, брелоками, зажимами для денег Зиппо;
- 1978 год – смерть Джорджа Блэйсделла и переход руководства фирмой в руки двух его дочерей (к слову, история зажигалки Зиппо до сегодняшнего дня не знает случаев передачи активов компании в чужие руки – владельцами компании до сих пор остаются члены семьи Блэйсделлов);
- 70-80-е годы прошлого столетия – расширения продаж за рубежом, в результате чего продукция Zippo появилась более чем в 160 странах земного шара;
- 1993 год – начало выпуска компанией коллекционных ножей;
- 1997 год – открытие музея бренда в городе Бредфорд;
- 2004 год – начало выпуска изделий из натуральной кожи;
- 2006 год – стартовал выпуск газовых моделей.
В 2012 году история бренда зажигалок Zippo достигла отметки в 80 лет. К 2012 году было выпущено более 425 млн единиц продукции.
Приведенная выше краткая хронология не способна вместить в себя невероятные истории о том, как устройства Зиппо многократно сохраняли здоровье и спасали жизни своим владельцам. Да что там, историю компании можно расширять до бесконечности индивидуальными историями каждого ценителя стильной и надежной продукции!
1940s
World War II had a profound impact on Zippo. Upon America’s entry into the war in 1941, Zippo ceased production of lighters for consumer markets and dedicated all production to the U.S. military. This initiative led to the production of the steel-case Zippo lighter with black crackle finish . The fact that millions of American military personnel carried the lighter into battle was a significant catalyst in establishing Zippo as an American icon throughout the world. Supplying the military market resulted in full production for the plant and enabled Zippo to become financially strong and made it a viable company.
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At the end of the war in 1945, Zippo returned to selling lighters to a peacetime America and resumed producing lighters for the consumer market. A promoter at heart, Mr. Blaisdell wanted to hit the road with a car that looked like a Zippo lighter and in 1947 the Zippo Car was born.
1930s
The Zippo timeline begins in the early 1930s, at the Bradford Country Club in Bradford, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. Mr. Blaisdell watched a friend struggle awkwardly to use a cumbersome, Austrian-made lighter. Mr. Blaisdell noted that the lighter worked well, even in the wind, due to the unique chimney, but the appearance and design was utilitarian and inefficient. The lighter required the use of two hands to operate and its thin metal surface was easily dented.
In late 1932 Mr. Blaisdell decided to reconstruct the Austrian lighter. He fabricated a small rectangular case and attached a lid with a hinge. He preserved the chimney design which protected the flame. The result was an attractive lighter that was easily operated with one hand. The name “Zippo” was created by Mr Blaisdell. He liked the sound of the word “zipper” so he formed variations on the word until he settled on “Zippo,” which he felt had a “modern” sound.
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The new pocket lighter sold for $1.95 each and was backed by Mr. Blaisdell’s, now famous, unconditional lifetime guarantee –»It works or we fix it free.” The application for the original Zippo patent was filed on May 17, 1934, and patent number 2032695 was granted on March 3, 1936. That first Zippo pocket lighter, produced in 1933, is on display at the Zippo/Case Museum in Bradford.
In the mid-30’s, Kendall Refining Company in Bradford, placed an order for 500 Zippo lighters. These lighters are believed to be the first company-advertised lighters produced by Zippo and are highly prized collectibles.
2010s
In February 2010 Zippo acquired the Ronson brand of lighters and Ronsonol brand of fuel.
In 2010 the company introduced an all-metal hand warmer, launching the Zippo Outdoor products. The hand warmer uses Zippo premium lighter fluid and provides a steady source of heat longer than any other product on the market.
Zippo’s continued expansion in overseas markets, particularly India and China, as well as strong domestic sales led to record sales increases in 2011 and 2012.
In 2011 the Zippo Outdoor product selection expanded to include an emergency fire starter kit and flex neck utility lighter.
In 2012, during its 80th anniversary year, Zippo production surpassed the landmark 500 millionth lighter.
Also in 2012, the Zippo/Case Museum was remodeled to better reflect the Zippo brand. The modern design features a combination of rich and rugged textures, like leather and brick, and a mix of vintage artwork and lifestyle photography.
In 2013 Zippo launched a line of robust Zippo-branded camping gear and fire accessories.
1940s
World War II had a profound impact on Zippo. Upon America’s entry into the war in 1941, Zippo ceased production of lighters for consumer markets and dedicated all production to the U.S. military. This initiative led to the production of the steel-case Zippo lighter with black crackle finish. The fact that millions of American military personnel carried the lighter into battle was a significant catalyst in establishing Zippo as an American icon throughout the world. Supplying the military market resulted in full production for the plant and enabled Zippo to become financially strong and made it a viable company.
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At the end of the war in 1945, Zippo returned to selling lighters to a peacetime America and resumed producing lighters for the consumer market. A promoter at heart, Mr. Blaisdell wanted to hit the road with a car that looked like a Zippo lighter and in 1947 the Zippo Car was born.
Появление бренда
История зажигалки Zippo, в состав которой входит 22 детали, начинается в 1930-х гг. в США. В 1932 году американский предприниматель Дж. Г. Блейсделл выпустил первую партию продукции, ставшей впоследствии культовой на рынке ветрозащитных зажигалок.
Прототипом изобретения является зажигалка, увиденная Блэйсделлом в руках собеседника на одной из вечеринок. Имела она австрийское происхождение.
Вскоре идея производства качественных зажигалок, которые будут доступны каждому американцу, нашла реализацию в первой модели, которая до сих пор хранится в Музее истории бренда.
По сравнению с австрийским прототипом, изобретение Блэйсделла имело откидывающуюся крышку, и было прямоугольной формы (для простоты управления одной рукой). Остальные элементы, включая количество отверстий в стенках ветрозащиты, пока оставались прежними.
Зажигалки Zippo на любой вкус
Зажигалки Zippo давно уже стали не только необходимым предметом, но и стильным аксессуаром или подарком. Огромное количество этих зажигалок способно угодить самому привередливому эстету. Zippo разрабатывает дизайн своих зажигалок для каждого: будь вы деловой персоной или ярким молодым человеком, элегантной дамой или любителем Harley Davidson.
Этот аксессуар всегда будет уместным подарком за который не придется краснеть. Постоянно обновляющийся ассортимент и огромное разнообразие сделали зажигалки Zippo любимицами коллекционеров. Купить зажигалку Zippo вы сможете в нашем магазине с доставкой по всей России! После зажигалки Zippo брать в руки пластиковых собратьев вам точно не захочется.
Бензиновую зажигалку Zippo отличает долгий сроку службы, порой десятками лет она радует надежностью своих владельцев. С одной стороны простая конструкция зажигалки, а с другой – продуманный механизм, конструкция которого отточена до мелочей, делает Zippo по-настоящему качественным продуктом. Сколько бы не пытались другие производители повторить такой шедевр, Вы все равно вернетесь к Zippo, к ее многолетней истории с 1932 года, ее продуманности и надежности.
Зажигалки Zippo заслуженно завоевали сердца многих людей. Половина всех владельцев даже не курит, а просто хранит у себя зажигалку как часть коллекции и частичку легендарной истории.
Семейные традиции фабрики по производству Зиппо делают зажигалку особенно уникальной. Вы не встретите Zippo произведенной в какой-либо другой стране отлично от США. Всего один завод под четким руководством его владельца. Это небольшая компания с большой душой и системой ценностей.
TODAY
Today, George B. Duke, Mr. Blaisdell’s grandson, is the sole owner and Chairman of the Board of Zippo. Mark Paup is the company’s President and CEO.
Zippo’s diverse product line continues to grow, and now includes lighter accessories, butane multi-purpose lighters, men’s and women’s fragrances, lifestyle accessories, eyewear, and products for outdoor enthusiasts.
There are many Zippo collectors around the world. Their fervor and dedication to the brand is unparalleled. To enhance the collecting experience, Zippo collector clubs around the world hold meet ups and other events throughout the year.
Companies around the world continue to use Zippo lighters as an advertising and promotional tool. These “advertiser” lighters continue to be among collectors’ favorites.
Perhaps one of the biggest influences on collecting is Zippo’s ties to popular culture, Hollywood, Broadway, and the music industry. The Zippo lighter has been featured in more than 2,000 movies, stage plays and television shows over the years. Zippo lighters have “starred” in such diverse productions as “I Love Lucy” “The X-Men” and “Hairspray – the Musical.” Often the lighter is a key prop, used as a device to move the plot forward or to reflect the personality of a character or time period being depicted. The famous Zippo “click” sound has been sampled on songs, and the lighters themselves have been featured on album covers, tattooed on rockers’ skin, and wielded in Rolling Stone photo shoots.
In a world where most products are simply disposable or available with limited warranties, the Zippo pocket lighter remains backed by its famous lifetime guarantee. In more than 85 years, no one has ever spent a cent on the mechanical repair of a Zippo pocket lighter regardless of the lighter’s age or condition. The Zippo pocket lighter is ingrained in American culture and is a global icon of durability and reliability.
2010s
In February 2010 Zippo acquired the Ronsonbrand of lighters and Ronsonol brand of fuel.
In 2010 the company introduced an all-metal hand warmer, launching the Zippo Outdoor products. The hand warmer uses Zippo premium lighter fluid and provides a steady source of heat longer than any other product on the market.
Zippo’s continued expansion in overseas markets, particularly India and China, as well as strong domestic sales led to record sales increases in 2011 and 2012.
In 2011 the Zippo Outdoor product selection expanded to include an emergency fire starter kit and flex neck utility lighter.
In 2012, during its 80th anniversary year, Zippo production surpassed the landmark 500 millionth lighter.
Also in 2012, the Zippo/Case Museum was remodeled to better reflect the Zippo brand. The modern design features a combination of rich and rugged textures, like leather and brick, and a mix of vintage artwork and lifestyle photography.
In 2013 Zippo launched a line of robust Zippo-branded camping gear and fire accessories.