I bought a brass armor zippo and it seems to be a working zippo. However when I opened the box I can immediately see a couple scratches across the brushed surface. Not a big deal but definitely noticable.

The gap between the case and the cap is larger than every other zippo I own. I can see the insert through the gap at all times. It is larger towards the hinge and only touches at the far end. Looks like they spot welded the cap in the wrong place because there is also a large gap above the hinge.

The insert seems to shift very easily as though it's loose. I tried an insert from an older zippo I own and it was so loose it would fall out if tipped over while the cap is open.

Overall not quite the quality I'd expect from zippo but certainly a functional lighter. I am concerned the large gaps will allow an unreasonable amount of fuel to evaporate.

It's a Zippo. So, it's the perfect cigarette smoker's lighter.
The copper is awesome. Looks, feels, everything...perfect.
I'd you've only had the brass or chrome before, try the copper. You'll love it.

I got this to keep in my day-pack, honestly. I don't smoke, but this is a gorgeous lighter. The brass finish is enamelised so it has a nice shiny shell around it, which I like for time-proofing and especially since brass can corrode. Striker and flint feel very nice and crisp, easy to fill, and it's windproof. It's a timeless design, honestly.

Looks great, engraving is on the shallow side, probably lasered.

I used to collect zippos so I got the solid brass brushed one and it's awesome. I also bought the yellow flame butane insert for it so it would last years without having to refill and it's also great.