Ca Early 1950s USAF 86th Fighter-Interceptor Wing 86th FIW Lighter by Monopol

This is a circa early 1950's lighter for the United States Air Force 86th Fighter-Interceptor Wing. The lighter is factory-engraved, showing the unit insignia and location Landstuhl Germany. The reverse shows an F-86 Fighter jet and a list of locations in Europe.

Circa early 1950's.

About 1-1/2" in width x 1-3/4" in height x about 1/2" in depth/thickness.

Nickeled brass with factory engraving on front and back.

To be carried in pocket to light up your smokes.

Manufacturer's markings on bottom: Zbelo MONOPOL.

These Lighters that I am currently listing are part of a large collection that I have accumulated over the last 15 years. I will be selling more of this collection over the next few months. MAEX LFJX07/07 SLBBEX02/09/23 hldLOCATE02/11/23

7 (Very Fine): There is a large loss of paint, but details are so fine it is not really a distraction.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.