The insert has Zippo stamped on it, althought it's sorta old and obvious that's it's used. Of course any insert could have been put in it but the one in it is what originally came with the lighter.
Why do you say that? The only part of it that Zippo didn't make is the outer Teakwood encasement. All of the working parts are Zippo made. In the USA! If you don't like the lighter, simply don't bid on it!
i like your attitude...as or me...i`ve been colecting zippo lighters for 40 years...and i`m stilling learning about them....so i`m bidding & if i should win...i will gladly put it in my ZIPPO collecting!!
Thank you! I really hate to have to get an attitude with anyone. This is a really cool lighter and whoever wins it is going to love it, i'm sure. Good luck to you Revenger53! Maybe this will be another addition to your collection. Jeff.