Ronson Lighters For Sale
RONSON De-LIGHT TUXEDO CASE LIGHTER
This is a nice example of an early cigarette case and lighter combination named The Tuxedo- introduced by Ronson circa 1930, it holds 14 non-filter sized cigarettes in a sleek, curved Deco design- smooth rounded edges for ease of handling in and out of a gentleman’s coat pocket or ladies purse. It is chrome plated and finished in a gunmetal gray enamel, and comes in it’s original metal case. It is in nice shape cosmetically and works like new as it has been completely reconditioned by me. It has been engraved in the monogram area CED. It has a pinhead or 2 of paint loss and a couple of small dents attesting to it’s use over the last 70 or more years, but all in all a very nice piece.
Price for this piece is $95 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON QUEEN ANNE TABLE LIGHTER-RHODIUM PLATE
Shown here is a very nice example of one of the stalwarts of the Ronson product line- the Queen Anne. Introduced in the mid 1930s, this model was made for around 25 years, in large quantities, and graced many a 1940s-1950s hostesses’ table. Usually found in silver plate, this piece is unique because it is rhodium plated- and clearly marked as such on the bottom- most desirable as it did not require polishing as the silver plated versions did. This piece has one small bump on the back, and a new silver plated snuffer but otherwise is like the day it was made- it has been completely overhauled and will provide excellent service for many years to come. Ready to grace your table and add a bit of class to your after dinner smoke if you so desire.
Price for this piece is $65 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
WIEDEMEYER/HAMILTON SHIPS WHEEL TABLE LIGHTER
Shown here is a bit of a departure for this website- a Wiedemeyer or Hamilton chrome plated figural table lighter that looks to me like a lighthouse base with a ship’s wheel on it- turn the wheel and the spring loaded mechanism pops open to provide your light. It is high polish chrome, most likely from the 1950s when many figural pieces were produced- it is well used but has been rebuilt and works great. An interesting and still functional piece for your nautical collection or fifties room.
Price for this piece is $50 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON ENGLAND POST WAR OCTETTE TOUCH TIP LIGHTER
Offered here is a nice Ronson Octette table lighter- post World War II- made in England. It is chrome plated and finished in ivory enamel and has the usual small flakes seen in many enamel models. The chrome is better than average with just the usual small dimples in the top plate. It has been completely reconditioned and works like new- lights first time every time as it should. It has an original factory wand and wick holder with new wick material which will serve you for a long time. These are excellent lighters for cigar and pipe smokers as they provide a strong flame with the convenience of a match- and no burned fingers! Comes with a photo copy of the original instruction sheet and a couple of spare flints to keep you going for months.
Price for this piece is $175 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON STREAMLINE TOUCH TIP TABLE LIGHTER
TORTOISE ENAMEL ON GOLD
Shown here is a 1930s design Ronson Streamline touch tip table lighter in an uncommon finish- it is gold plated with tortoise enamel applied. One of my personal favorite touch tip designs, it features a larger reservoir than the Octette and will provide lights for a long period of time between fillings- and it is a very sleek deco design. Quite a heavy piece for it’s size, this one has the usual enamel flakes and a dent here or there, but overall has survived quite well for it’s age. It has the factory original wand and wick holder with new wick material to serve you for a long time. It has been completely overhauled and works like new- lights first time every time just as it should. Also has the original factory sticker still attached to the bottom felt pad. Comes with a photo copy of the original instruction sheet and a couple of spare flints to keep you going for months.
This lighter has been sold
RONSON VARAFLAME VICTOR BUTANE POCKET LIGHTER
Offered here is an early 60s Ronson Varaflame pocket lighter named the Victor. It is similar in shape and size to the long produced Ronson Standard petrol model and was a favorite with those accustomed to that shape but wanting the more convenient and longer lasting fuelling advantages of butane. These were made only in England to my best knowledge. It is finished in satin and high polish chrome with engine turning and a brass chevron/emblem on the front. Before I exited the butane repair market a couple of years ago, I completely rebuilt this piece with all new mechanical bits, including new burner and filler valves, and I used it for some time as a carry piece. It is currently in perfect working order and should continue to serve it’s new owner well.
Price for this piece is $60 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON FIRST GENERATION DE-LIGHT STANDARD
This is an excellent example of the first version of the one motion pocket lighter which replaced the Banjo- the Ronson Standard –circa 1928—which remained in production through many evolving design changes for probably 25 or more years- and to my knowledge this is the first generation- based on the fact that there are no patent numbers on the lighter – the lighter simply says “ PAT’D. OTHER PAT’S. P’DG.”. The piece also has the original design filler and flint screws that have no slots in them- subsequent designs had slots in the screws and carried patent numbers and the Ronson name on the base plate of the lighter. It is in excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition being completely overhauled by me, including a new 1930 green pebble finish leather wrap of Ronson manufacture. It is heavy nickel plated as it predates the commercial use of chrome. If you are looking for the rare, and I believe earliest version of the Delight Standard, you have found it. Or, if like me, you want to carry and use a real conversation starter, you will be hard pressed to beat the workings of this beauty. It is engraved on the front with the initials EGR in a fancy English script that shows the talent of the engraver in the dozens of tiny lines and flourishes used to create the 3 dimensional effect in the initials- although my photos are representative of the piece, it needs to be held in the hand to see the true beauty of the work.
Price for this piece is $225 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
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See it work in the video above
RONSON SECOND GENERATION DE-LIGHT JUNIOR
This is an excellent example of a circa 1930s Ronson Delight Junior model -one of the smallest pocket lighters made by Ronson- the smallest at the time of manufacture. It features heavy nickel plating which was the plating of choice before chrome was in general use a few years later. It has the “second generation fitment” – the first being know as the bicycle seat thumb press and overhead claw design spark wheel actuator- this has a later design- more modern and streamlined- and has a pawl spring in the snuffer to drive the spark wheel- a different look and I am sure easier to manufacture than the first design. It is in excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition having been completely overhauled and restored by me. It features one of the most sought after coverings- circa 1930 Ronson factory red Lizard pattern- absolutely new even though the leather is more than 70 years old. The monogram plate is blank- it is marked on the base of the lighter “PTD. JAN. 17,1928 RONSON De-Light PAT’S P’D’G.” The flint screw is marked with the famous one motion patent number 19023. If you are looking for an excellent example of the Ronson Junior, you would be hard pressed to find a nicer one both cosmetically and mechanically- a great display piece and an excellent user to spark conversation ( and a great Cohiba) at the local cigar bar. Despite the photos, it is a piece that needs to be held in the hand to appreciate it fully. Price for this piece is $225 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
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See it work in the video above
RONSON POST WAR NEWARK OCTETTE TOUCH TIP
This is a very nice example of a circa 1950 Ronson Octette touch tip table lighter- it is finished in black enamel on chrome- has the heavy weight cast body with a blank monogram shield on the front. It is completely original including the Ronson square shaft wand. It has a replacement wick assembly. It has been cleaned and tuned with a new spark wheel installed to insure it works like it should. If you are looking for a very nice example Octette for your collection or everyday use, this is it. Price for this piece is $235 plus postage and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos please inquire.
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RONSON ENGLISH BANKER RARE MAROON SHAGREEN COVER
This is a nice example of a not too common Ronson Banker model- made in England- in a very unusual finish- it has been covered in a dark maroon shagreen- usually described as sharkskin- but my research leads me to believe it is actually sting ray skin as this is the only covering I can find available in dark maroon- whatever the case may be, shagreen is coveted for it’s almost indestructible finish- lasts for many many years with no apparent wear. Of course it has been mechanically reconditioned and works like new- first time every time- and will make a great collector piece or a standout conversation starter as an everyday user if you prefer. Price for this piece is $95 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON JUBILEE STERLING SILVER TABLE LIGHTER
This is a decent example of the only production sterling silver table lighter made by Ronson- named the Jubilee- it is a sterling silver weighted base with a silver plated fitment body in the 1950s Essex design. There is a matching urn which can often be found for sale as a toothpick holder. This piece has damage to the base and various little dings here there and everywhere, but still very handsome piece and mechanically unaffected by the cosmetics. It has been completely rebuilt and has a chrome thumb piece and snuffer as silver plated parts were unavailable- hard to tell the difference but a necessary comment. Works like new and will serve you well as an everyday user for a long time if that is your need. Price for this piece is $95 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire. 
RONSON WEDGWOOD ULYSSES TABLE LIGHTER
This is an excellent example of Ronson and Wedgwood’s collaboration to produce table lighters in England- it is marked Wedgwood and made in England on the bottom and has a chariot scene on each side. It features a chrome plated standard Ronson fitment which has been completely reconditioned and works like new- an excellent piece for either display or everyday use. Price for this piece is $55 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON FANTASY TABLE LIGHTER- BONE CHINA WITH PLUME ARM FITMENT
This is a nice example of a mid 50s Ronson table lighter named Fantasy- it is a bone china cream colored body finished in gold highlights and features a gold plated Essex design plume arm fitment- quite distinctive for it’s time- it has been mechanically reconditioned and works like new- there is some minimal fading to the gold highlights which distracts little- perfect for an everyday user or a dramatic addition to your display shelf or 50s room. Price for this piece is $45 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire. 
RONSON WEDGWOOD CORONATION ANNIVERSAY TABLE LIGHTER QUEEN ELIZABETH 1953
This is an excellent example of Ronson and Wedgwood’s collaboration to produce table lighters in England- this piece is dated 1953 marked Wedgwood and made in England on the bottom of the pottery, and it celebrates the 25th anniversary of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth. It features a Ronson Rondelight style mechanism finished in heavy silver plate. It has been completely reconditioned and works like new- an excellent piece for either display or everyday use. Price for this piece is $65 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RARE RONSON VENUS POCKET LIGHTER CHROME
This is a fairly hard to find Ronson Venus model pocket lighter- a shortened version of the more common Adonis- speculation being that it was designed for female users -must not have been a big hit as they are a lot harder to find than the Adonis- finished in engine turned chrome, it is obviously a used piece and has the initials ERS on the front in script- it has been completely rebuilt and is in excellent operating condition- a nice example of an uncommon lighter ready for everyday use or a display piece for your collection-. Price for this piece is $45 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON ENGLAND ASCOT POCKET LIGHTER- ADVERTISER- NEW IN BOX
This is a beautiful example of the Ronson Ascot pocket lighter- made only in England – finished in Butler and high polish chrome- absolutely new in a leatherette covered metal box- with all the appropriate paperwork, and the original cardboard sleeve. It is a substantial sized lighter- bigger than the Standard model- and it has green enamel filled engraving on the back advertising something- I don’t know what- in any event- it is in perfect operating condition- ready for everyday use or a great display piece for your collection- hard to find a nicer one- monogram shield unmarked. Price for this piece is $60 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos, please inquire.
RONSON FIRST DESIGN DECANTER TABLE LIGHTER
Shown here is one of the very rare examples of the first design Ronson Decanter- unlike the more common cast versions, the first design is of 2 piece construction with a brass body and cast base- this piece has black enamel rings on the base, is chrome plated, and is all original including the correct Delight filler and flint spring screws. It has been fully serviced to work like new – so an excellent display piece or an everyday user if you prefer. Price for this piece is $295 plus postage and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos please inquire.
CIRCA 1950 VERY RARE RONSON SAVOY TABLE LIGHTER NEW IN THE BOX
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Shown here is a very rare Ronson Savoy table lighter- very few of these were made and little information is available about them. It is finished in heavy gold plate and almost never seen in this condition- it is brand new in the box- was removed from the protective plastic wrap for flint removal and photographic purposes- still has the original sticker on the bottom- and of course the original wrap and box. This piece is missing from many Ronson collections- and almost never found in pristine condition.RONSON NORDIC TABLE LIGHTER PLUME ARM FITMENT
This is a very nice example of a circa mid 50s Ronson table lighter called the Nordic featuring a chrome plume and Essex fitment mounted in a chrome plated and walnut base- a stunning “modern” departure from their mainstay silver plated table models which had enjoyed success for so many years. It has been completely serviced and works great- ready to sit on display or provide you with fire at your fingertips whenever needed. Price for this piece is $59 plus shipping and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos please inquire.
RONSON DELIGHT SUPERBA TABLE LIGHTER
This is a nice example of a very rare Ronson table lighter named the Superba- hard to find in it's normal engine turned finish, this piece is even harder to find as it is finished in high polish chrome with six teardrop shaped panels- four of which are filled with red enamel- absolutely killer Art Deco and a stunning conversation piece. It has been completely rebuilt and is in excellent working order. It is rated very rare and valued at $400- $800 in the 2000 Ronson book by Urban Cummings--figure 239.
This lighter has been sold.
RONSON DECANTER AND CIGARETTE TRAY SET
Shown here is an extremely rare Ronson piece- a Decanter with double cigarette tray set- it is figure 295 in the Ronson book and so hard to find the second Ronson book still uses a cut from a Ronson catalog instead of a photo of an actual piece. It has the original silver plate version of the lighter which is correct for this set. It is rated extremely rare and valued at $500- $1000 in the 2000 Ronson book by Urban Cummings--figure 295- sale price for this piece is $750 plus postage and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos please inquire.
RONSON KING MASTERCASE- DOUBLE DRAPED FLAG DESIGN
Shown here is an rare Ronson piece- a an old style, early Ronson King Mastercase finished in Dureum and black enamel with a beautiful double draped flag in multi colored enamel on the front. Rare to see an old design King Mastercase- and very few were made in this design. It is rated rare and valued at $25- $500 in the 2000 Ronson book by Urban Cummings--figure 77- sale price for this piece is $95 plus postage and insurance to your location. For further information and more photos please inquire.
