High Polish Chrome
High polish chrome lighters are characterized by their high gloss. Due to their properties, they are among the most common finishes. The first Zippo lighter with this finish was made in 1938.
Brushed Chrome
The characteristic horizontal brushing is only on the front and back of these finished Zippo lighters, while the sides are shiny for better contrast. This is the most popular finish introduced in 1933.
Street Chrome
Street chrome is easily recognizable due to its appearance, resembling a surface worn over time. However, it is perfectly smooth, introduced only in 2001. Scratches are least visible on it.
Satin Chrome
This finish was introduced in 2000. Its fine appearance resembles sandblasting and serves as a midpoint between polished and brushed finishes. It is very suitable for engraving, which looks beautiful on it.
Herringbone Sweep
The brushing is similar to the brushed chrome finish but at a different angle. The top is brushed at a 45° angle, while the bottom is brushed at a 135° angle. This finish was introduced in 2009.
Chrome Arch
This finish is again similar to classic brushed chrome, only the brushing is rounded downwards. Chrome Arch was released along with Herringbone Sweep in 2009. The sides of the lighter are subtly brushed.
Linen Weave
One of the most beautiful finishes of chrome-plated lighters is the Linen Weave. The sides of the lighter are gently brushed for better contrast. This treatment is relatively new, existing since 2013.
Diagonal Weave
A very interesting and least common finish. The brushing is diagonal with varying intensity, making the lighter appear to have two shades. It was introduced to the market in 2013 alongside Linen Weave.
Venetian Chrome
Otherwise known as Zippo classic. The ornaments on the Zippo lighter...Lighters are not a novelty; they were first introduced in 1974. The entire surface on the back is covered with ornaments, and there is a space for engraving on the front.