Small Is Beautiful: Collectible Dupont Lighters
ST Dupont lighters have been a luxury standard since the 1940s and are one of the most prized collectibles in their market. These compact classic lighters last a lifetime and can be passed down as heirlooms, and their history is as compelling as their craftsmanship. The cachet and variety of vintage Dupont lighters make them valuable to own and display, fostering a lively trade of both used and new Dupont lighters on eBay.
What makes a Dupont lighter special?
ST Dupont lighters are a famous name in luxury. According to CEO Alain Crevet, his company's ethos is: Small and quality is beautiful. Each Dupont lighter is unique and reflects the vibe of its time. The painstaking work put into each individual piece has made them a dependable tool as well as a status symbol.
It's no surprise that an ST Dupont gold lighter value will be high. What truly makes vintage Dupont lighters so collectible is their longevity as one of the top lighters available. Some models are made for a broader consumer market, but all carry the quality and elegance of the line. When you pull out a Dupont lighter, it gets attention from those who know its quality.
How to select a collectible Dupont lighter
Buying a vintage Dupont lighter on eBay can be a great way to obtain high-end luxury, but there are considerations to keep in mind:
- Buy what you like. There are many styles and lines as well as limited editions at prices ranging from merely expensive to home-mortgage levels, and they each tend to hold their values well. ST Dupont hasn't put out a bad lighter yet.
- ST Dupont lighters include a few mass-market editions. These are excellent for everyday use, but they don't have quite the historical cachet of a vintage collector's piece.
The legendary Dupont lighter ping
Dupont lighters are known for making a distinctive "ping" sound when opened. This began in the 1950s when a mistake in manufacturing caused two inner parts to interfere slightly. Dupont corrected the issue, but the sound had already been noticed by consumers, and they liked it.
The ping became so sought after that the company began to produce the defect intentionally. Not all Dupont lighters make the pinging sound, however. It remains a unique characteristic to just some of the Dupont styles. If the ping is important to you, then make sure your chosen lighter produces the sound before buying and expect to pay for it.
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