The Zippo Antique Brass Lighter is backed by the World Famous Zippo® Guarantee. "Any Zippo metal product, when returned to our factory will be put in first class condition free of charge, for we have yet to charge a cent for the repair of a Zippo metal product, regardless of age or condition.The finish, however, is not guaranteed." http://www.maxtonmen.com/products/zippo-antique-brass-lighter