THORENS JOURNAL • EDITION I

HERITAGE IN
- MOTION —SINCE 1883

NOTES FROM THE WORKBENCH: ENGINEERING DETAILS, MATERIAL TRUTHS, AND THE QUIET LUXURY OF PRECISION.

Close-up detail of a mini gourd-shaped fluid lighter showing the mechanical ignition and polished metal finish
What Is a Gourd Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term gourd lighter doesn’t describe a historical category or a technical standard.It describes a form—one rooted in balance,... Read more...
Mini bamboo lighter with solid brass body and flint-wheel ignition, refillable fluid lighter design
What Is a Bamboo-Style Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term bamboo lighter doesn’t describe a single historical object.It describes a design language—one inspired by natural rhythm, segmented... Read more...
Blaze Capsule brass lighter with press-button ignition and side flame, a compact refillable fluid EDC lighter by THORENS
What Is a Capsule-Style Fluid Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term capsule lighter doesn’t describe a single historical object.It describes a form—one rooted in compact cylindrical tools, trench-era... Read more...
Close-up of the THORENS Blue Lucky Star Single Claw mechanical fluid lighter showing the engraved brass body and ignition mechanism
What Makes a Lucky Lighter Different?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term lucky lighter doesn’t describe a single mechanical standard.It describes a design attitude—one that blends symbolic detail, deliberate... Read more...
Meteorite crater side slide lighter with engraved brass body and mechanical ignition
What Is a Meteorite Crater Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term meteorite crater lighter doesn’t describe a scientific object.It describes a design language—one inspired by impact patterns, surface... Read more...
Solid brass armor lighter with open lid, refillable fluid lighter design showing heavy construction and classic flint-wheel ignition
What Is an Armor Lighter?
Mechanical Design, Armor Construction, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term armor lighter doesn’t describe a decoration style or a visual trend.It describes a build philosophy—a heavier... Read more...
Side slip brass lighter with narrow rectangular body, dual fuel reservoirs, and precision side ignition design by THORENS
What Is a Side Slip Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term side slip lighter doesn’t describe a decorative trend or a short-lived novelty.It describes a mechanical approach—one that... Read more...
Solid brass torch stick lighter with side flame outlet and exposed wick design
What Is a Torch Stick Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why a Torch Stick Lighter Feels Different in the Hand The term torch stick lighter doesn’t describe a modern torch flame or a disposable utility tool.It... Read more...
Modern grid silver mechanical fluid lighter with engraved diagonal lines and exposed ignition mechanism
What Is a Modern Grid Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term modern grid lighter doesn’t describe a disposable novelty or a trendy finish.It describes a build style—one that... Read more...
Hand-carved brick wall lighter with textured metal surface, curved lock-style detail, and mechanical fluid ignition design
What Is a Brick Wall Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term brick wall lighter doesn’t describe a novelty surface or a decorative pattern.It describes a design approach—one that... Read more...
TELEFLAM single claw fluid lighter with exposed mechanical ignition and water ripple engraved silver body
What Is a TELEFLAM Single Claw Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term TELEFLAM single claw lighter doesn’t describe a decorative novelty or a generic refillable tool.It describes a mechanical... Read more...
High-relief Spirit Claw sculpture detail on an oxidized metal single claw fluid lighter
What Is a Spirit Claw Lighter?
Symbolism, Mechanical Design, and Why It Feels Different in the Hand The term Spirit Claw lighter doesn’t describe a fantasy concept or a storyline.It describes a design language—one built around... Read more...