THE EXPENDABLES
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30-Day Returns & Exchanges
Request a change-of-mind return or exchange within 30 days of receipt. View return policy.
1-Year Complimentary Repair · Lifetime Warranty Support
Complimentary repair service for one year from delivery, followed by lifetime warranty support. Parts, shipping, or service fees may apply after the first year.
First-year complimentary repair service excludes normal wear and tear, including wear of flints, wicks, and flint wheels, damage caused by misuse or accidents, and damage caused by user disassembly or modification.
For eligible first-year claims, THORENS covers necessary standard shipping arranged or approved by us. After the first year, replacement parts are charged at the applicable parts price and customers pay shipping; any additional service fees will be quoted for approval before work begins.
Your statutory rights remain unaffected. See our Warranty & Repairs policy for full details.
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The total price at checkout includes all taxes and duties. No extra fees upon delivery.
Parts & Accessories
Product Descriptions
THORENS Crisp Sound – THE EXPENDABLES is a refillable soft-flame brass fluid lighter built with a solid brass body, refillable fluid system, flip-top lid, polished gold-tone finish, side-slide wheel ignition system, bold engraved typography, a central raptor-and-skull motif, and an independent serial number engraved on the bottom. Designed for users who appreciate graphic engraving, mechanical feedback, and a themed lighter with a strong visual identity, it delivers a crisp metallic PING when the lid opens.
When the lid is opened, precisely fitted mechanical components create a crisp metallic PING. The sound comes from the opening action itself, giving each use clear feedback through sound, motion, and resistance. To ignite, open the lid, operate the side-slide wheel to create a spark, and light the traditional wick flame. The opening sound, side-slide wheel action, and soft flame together create a clear mechanical experience with sound, touch, and ritual.
The exterior features capitalized THE EXPENDABLES typography and the engraved slogan “Choose Your Weapon” on the top surface, paired with a central raptor-and-skull motif on the front body. The overall design emphasizes bold lettering, high-contrast engraving, and a forceful graphic composition, giving the lighter a distinctive presence while keeping the focus on refillable mechanical use.
Key construction details:
- Refillable fluid lighter system for long-term use
- Solid brass body construction with substantial hand feel
- Precision-fitted lid components that create a clear metal “ping” when opened
- Spare flint storage beneath the flint cap for easier routine maintenance and replacement
This lighter is suitable for:
- Users looking for an Expendables lighter with a strong visual identity
- Collectors who appreciate engraved or themed mechanical fluid lighters
- Everyday carry users who prefer refillable soft flame lighters with mechanical feedback
- Buyers looking for a distinctive mechanical lighter, collectible lighter, or themed gift
It may not be ideal if:
- You prefer butane jet-flame or torch-style lighters
- You want a disposable or maintenance-free lighter
- You prefer a minimalist exterior without lettering or graphic engraving
Regular refilling, flint replacement, and basic wick care help maintain stable ignition performance while preserving the clarity of the engraved typography, central raptor-and-skull motif, and crisp mechanical opening feel over time.
Learn about The Expendables lighter design and how fluid lighters are properly maintained.
Explore the Crisp Sound collection · Read the Crisp Sound guide
1-Year Complimentary Repair · Lifetime Warranty Support
Complimentary repair service for one year from delivery, followed by lifetime warranty support. Parts, shipping, or service fees may apply after the first year.
Eligible first-year defects are repaired or replaced free of charge, including necessary standard shipping arranged or approved by THORENS. With complete information, we aim to establish a solution within two exchanges; repair and shipping time are separate.
First-year complimentary repair service excludes normal wear (including flints, wicks and flint wheels), accidental damage, misuse, and damage caused by user disassembly or modification. Routine maintenance or disassembly does not automatically void coverage; exclusions apply only to damage caused by the relevant action.
After the first year, lifetime warranty support continues. Replacement parts are charged at the applicable parts price, and the customer is responsible for shipping. Any applicable additional service fees will be quoted and approved before work begins. Verified unrepairable products may qualify for 30% off an eligible new lighter. Your statutory rights remain unaffected.
Read the full warranty & repair policy · Contact client care
Specifications
Precision in Motion
Every contour reveals the logic of Swiss mechanics.