Kaschie – K33 – Semi Automatic – Aansteker – Nickel Plated Metal

Up for auction is an authentic Kaschie K33 petrol pocket lighter, manufactured in Germany by Karl Schieder.This specific piece features the sought-after "U.S. ZONE GERMANY" marking, precisely dating its production to the post-WWII occupation era (1945–1949). It also bears the original brand markings "KASCHIE - PATENT PENDING" and a vintage commercial engraving on the casing: "Soc. de Artigos Gráficos MANUEL REIS MORAIS & IRMÃO S.A.R.L. Porto - Lisboa - Luanda".Brand: Kaschie (Karl Schieder)Model: K33 Semi-Automatic Petrol/Wick LighterPeriod: Late 1940s (Post-WWII U.S. Occupation Zone)Origin: GermanyMaterial: Nickel-plated metal with engine-turned/guilloché side patternsMechanism: Slide trigger systemCondition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina and minor signs of handling. Flame mechanism and slide door operate as intended (fully functional).