Flints & Gas
chemist, invented the first lighter using flint and gas in 1823. Today, we have come a long way since then, but the basic mechanism of a lighter remains the same – replace the flint and refill the gas when necessary.
Replacing a Flint
Replacing a flint is an essential skill for lighter users. If your lighter stops producing a spark, the flint needs to be replaced. This is a common occurrence with Zippos, S.T. Dupont Ligne 2, and Dunhill Rollagas lighters. To replace the flint, remove the interior of the lighter from the chassis, unscrew the flathead screw at the bottom of the lighter, but hold onto the head of the screw tightly because it is spring-loaded and will shoot out. When the screw and the spring are removed from the flint chamber, spin the flint wheel to ensure there are no slivers of the old flint stuck under the flint wheel (it should spin freely).
Replacing a Zippo Flint
Zippo lighters are a popular brand of lighters and are known for their robustness and reliability. Replacing the flint of a Zippo lighter is straightforward. Unscrew the bottom of the lighter while holding onto the insert, and remove the screw and spring from the flint chamber. Pull the felt pad out of the lighter to reveal the flint. Use a pair of tweezers or your fingers to remove the old flint and replace it with a new one. Put the felt pad back and put the spring and screw back in place.
Replacing an S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 Flint
S.T. Dupont is a high-end French brand of lighters and is known for its elegance and refinement. Replacing the flint on an S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 lighter is quite similar to the Zippo. Take off the cap of the lighter, and hold onto the insert. Unscrew the screw at the bottom of the lighter, and remove the spring and screw from the flint chamber. Use a pair of tweezers to remove the old flint and replace it with a new one. Reinsert the screw and spring back into the flint chamber.
Replacing a Dunhill Rollagas Flint
Dunhill Rollagas lighters are a classic brand of lighters and are known for their quality and durability. To replace the flint on a Dunhill Rollagas lighter, remove the gas valve stem, which can be found at the bottom of the lighter. To do this, hold onto the base of the lighter and spin the gas valve stem until it screws out. Remove the spring and screw from the flint chamber, then remove the old flint and replace it with a new one. Reinsert the screw and spring back into the flint chamber and screw the gas valve stem back into place.
Conclusion
Maintaining your lighter is important to ensure its longevity and reliability. Replacing the flint is an essential part of maintaining your lighter and is a straightforward process that can be done at home with some basic tools. Remember to always check the flint wheel for any slivers of the old flint before replacing it with a new one. With proper care and maintenance, your lighter will last for years to come.