{"product_id":"vintage-capitol-lighter-table-lighter-by-steele-johnson","title":"Vintage “Capitol Lighter” Table Lighter by Steele \u0026 Johnson","description":"\u003cp\u003ec. 1930s-1940s; Steele \u0026amp; Johnson Manufacturing Company - Waterbury, CT\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCompact mechanical table lighter featuring a vertical cylindrical body mounted on a flared circular base, topped with an exposed linkage and striker assembly. The mechanism includes a thumb lever and articulated arm that drives a geared striker wheel against the flint, with a spring-loaded action designed to produce ignition. The upper plate is cast with a raised Capitol dome graphic and \"CAPITOL LIGHTER\" marking, giving the piece a distinctive identity. The construction combines machined and stamped metal components with visible fasteners and pivots, emphasizing function-forward design. The underside retains its original felt pad with manufacturer's marking visible beneath, anchoring it firmly in its period of production.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShows moderate wear including surface scratching, patina, and finish loss to the metal surfaces. Mechanism appears intact but the lighter does not currently ignite and may require fuel, flint replacement, or servicing. Base felt shows wear and age. Sold as is.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n3\" W x 3\" D x 5\" H\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMM - 20115 - 041026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor information regarding shipping, please visit our Terms \u0026amp; Conditions page \u003ca class=\"GeneratedLink\" href=\"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/pages\/shipping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Artifacts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43975234486315,"sku":"20115","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0194\/8170\/files\/93bc1bc6-82c0-54c3-8f7d-c4438da80c26.jpg?v=1777058651","url":"https:\/\/industrialartifacts.net\/products\/vintage-capitol-lighter-table-lighter-by-steele-johnson","provider":"Industrial Artifacts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}