A silver plated pocket lighter with engine turned body. This is the 'Size A' model, the second smallest sized version of the Bevelled or Hexagonal lift arm model that was produced by Alfred Dunhill in the 20th Century.  The smallest being the "Bijoux A". This petrol filled wick, lift arm lighter is perhaps one of the greatest lighters made by one of the best makers of lighters in the world, made at a time when it was really the pinnacle of illustrious history of this great company. Very easy to operate with a lift arm mechanism and flint wheel close to the wick.

The shape to this lighter is most unlike any other lighter that was found on the market at the time.  Art Deco design at its finest.  The model had a similar rival that was made by the lesser brand of Dunhill, Parker. But, it is nowhere near as elegant as this model.

This lighter is fully operational with cotton wick. The base has a removable screw which has a filling point for any lighter fluid or fuel, which will need to be filled. There is a brand-new flint fitted. The condition is good throughout, for what is unusual when it comes to a pocket lighter as they would often be dropped and put in pockets with keys and loose change.  There is wear, but nothing that detracts overall from the beauty of the piece.

The 'Bevelled' model was introduced into Dunhill's line in 1929, and was a popular model.  It came in a myriad of patterns, jewels, colours and metals. There are versions sent to Japan for the world famous Namiki artists to work on, and even a very rare model has been discovered with a hidden watch inside.  Along with the pocket at the Bijoux was also a longer table version, also very rare and elusive. 

This stunning example of the Art Deco look does not come up for sale often.  Although there is wear, it is an honest, working and very tactile piece that will work for another one hundred years and more. A wonderful piece of English lighter history.