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Description
This original WWII Berkeley "Windproof" lighter was produced by the Flashlight Company of America in Jersey City, New Jersey. If you're familiar with Henry-Paul Enjames' GI Collector's Guide: U.S. Army European Theater of Operations you may have seen this particular type of lighter featured on the cover. It is inscribed with the initials "E.L.A.", and the laundry number "A-8628", belonging to Eugene L. Adamic, a veteran of the 86th Infantry Division.
Provenance
Private Collection, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Condition Report
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The original black painted crackle textured finish is in worn condition and the lighter's aluminum case is somewhat dented. This lighter will require a flint and fluid to function.
