Original Item: Lighters could be customized with regimental cyphers and engravings, and were purchased by GIs returning home as a memento of their military service in the specific theatre of operation. Excellent vintage ZIPPO lighter circa 1991.
Engraved to the 4th Marine Division. The 4th is a reserve division in the United States Marine Corps. It is the ground combat element of the Marine Forces Reserve and is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana and has units throughout the United States.
A note on how to verify that this is an authentic zippo- To determine correct date marks check the zippo date according to the dating card supplied by the zippo firm. This has 02 meaning it was manufactured in 2002.