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The THORENS Side Slip family brings Rectangular and Narrow designs into one place. Its identity centers on side-operated flint ignition and a geometric metal body, with different proportions and surface treatments.

Choose Rectangular for the square-pillar design direction or Narrow for a slender profile. This family grouping explains the relationship between the two existing collections while preserving their individual model selections.

01 / CHARACTER

What Defines the THORENS Side Slip Family?

The Side Slip design language places the operating control at the side of the lighter. Body shape and surface treatment distinguish the Rectangular and Narrow branches.

These are current refillable fluid designs. Side Slip identifies a family; it does not mean every model has identical dimensions, sealing performance, or controls.

02 / OWNERSHIP

Who Is Side Slip For?

For owners who enjoy geometric forms and deliberate side operation.

01

Geometry Enthusiasts

Compare square-pillar and slender body proportions.

02

Pocket Carry Owners

Check the dimensions and weight of your preferred branch.

03

Texture Enthusiasts

Explore ripple, pinstripe, mesh, and relief treatments where offered.

04

Series Collectors

Compare two related interpretations of side-operated ignition.

03 / MECHANISM

How Side-Operated Ignition Works

The side control operates the flint-wheel mechanism to create a spark and ignite a wick-based soft flame.

Opening and ignition actions differ by model. Follow the product’s instructions rather than assuming that opening the lid alone ignites every Side Slip lighter.

A Family, Two Body Directions

The operating position connects the designs. The chosen model determines the exact control action and construction.

04 / COMPARISON

Side Slip Rectangular vs. Side Slip Narrow

Choose the shape first, then compare individual finishes.

Square-Pillar Direction

Rectangular

Geometric body forms and a broad choice of textured surfaces. Explore Side Slip Rectangular.

Slender Direction

Narrow

A narrower silhouette with engraved and decorative treatments. Explore Side Slip Narrow.

05 / REPRESENTATIVE MODELS

Representative Design Directions

Examples from the two branches.

Rectangular

Pinstripe

A square-pillar form with a linear engraved surface.

Rectangular

Geometric Block Designs

Structured block patterns offer a different surface rhythm.

Narrow

Ripple Shadow and Holy Grail

Slender forms with ripple engraving or ornamental relief.

06 / CONSTRUCTION

Materials, Fuel, and Daily Use

Selected product specifications describe metal or brass bodies and refillable fluid systems. Verify exact material and surface treatment for the model you choose.

Surface color and panel names do not establish a solid precious-metal or all-titanium body.

Two BranchesDesign Family
Side ControlOperation
RefillableFluid System
Soft FlameWick Based
Model SpecificDimensions

For a broader selection of slender bodies from other mechanisms, explore Slim Lighters. That page is a carry-design category rather than a Side Slip series page.

07 / CARE

Care and Maintenance

  • Use the compatible lighter fluid specified for the model; do not overfill.
  • Wipe away spills and allow excess fluid to evaporate fully before ignition.
  • Replace worn flints and maintain the wick according to the model instructions.
  • Keep the ignition wheel, controls, and moving parts clean; never force the mechanism.
  • Extinguish the flame fully after use and follow the model instructions for closing.
  • Keep away from heat and children.
08 / FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Side Slip family include?

The current Rectangular and Side Slip Narrow collections, combined as a family-level entry.

Is Rectangular a new product series?

It is an existing collection now presented as the Rectangular branch of Side Slip; its URL is retained.

Are all Side Slip models the same size?

No. Compare dimensions and weight on individual product pages.

Is Side Slip the same as Slim Lighters?

No. Side Slip is a design family; Slim Lighters includes slender models from several mechanisms.

Does opening the lid automatically ignite every model?

Do not assume that. Follow the model’s side-control and ignition instructions.

What fuel do these models use?

Compatible lighter fluid for wick-based ignition, not butane gas.

THORENS · Swiss Artisanship Since 1883

Two proportions.
One considered design family.