THORENS Lighter History
The story of THORENS Lighters begins in 1883 when Hermann Thorens registered the Thorens family business in Ste-Croix, Vaud, Switzerland. Initially, the company crafted phonographs, music boxes, and lighters, setting the stage for a legacy of innovation.
💡A Legacy of Innovation
In 1919, Thorens filed its first lighter patent, introducing a series of original patented models that have since been showcased in various publications and museums. The 1919 Swiss Utility Patent marked the beginning of Thorens' commitment to excellence in lighter design.
🏆Milestones and Achievements
From 1883, Thorens' collaboration with distinguished partners and diverse clientele has been a cornerstone of its success. Swiss Thorens technicians and engineers have developed numerous innovative features and groundbreaking inventions. Between 1913 and 1964, Thorens produced over 5 million lighters, including the iconic "single-claw model."
🔥Iconic Designs
One of Thorens' most celebrated products is the button-operated "automatic lighter," a revolutionary design that helped cement Thorens' global reputation. The precision and quality of lighters manufactured by Hermann Thorens SA have delighted consumers and collectors for decades.
🔄A New Era in 2024
In 2024, Swiss Thorens technicians have relaunched the THORENS lighter business, introducing a new line of meticulously refined "antique-style" lighters. These new models, crafted with the same dedication to quality and innovation, are available exclusively through the official THORENS website. No retailers have been authorized, ensuring that every purchase comes directly from the source.
Discover the enduring legacy and modern innovation of THORENS lighters—where tradition meets excellence.
🔙Historical Insights
In 1883, the Thorens family business was first registered in Sainte-Croix (Ste-Croix), Vaud, Switzerland by Hermann Thorens. It produced phonographs, music boxes, and cigarette lighters.
Thorens’s first lighter patent was applied for in 1919, and many original patented models followed. These models are displayed in various lighter publications and museums.
🛠️Swiss Utility Patent - 1919
Since 1883, Thorens has had the privilege of partnering with illustrious individuals and attracting clients from diverse backgrounds. For its lighters, Swiss Thorens technicians and engineers developed many ingenious features and breakthrough inventions, leading to the production of 5 million Thorens lighters between 1913 and 1964, including the "single claw model" pictured above.
🌟Iconic Automatic Lighter
The most notable lighter produced was the button-actuated "automatic lighter," which helped establish Thorens' identity worldwide. Lighters made by Hermann Thorens SA have pleased many consumers and collectors over the years.
🔧Modern Developments
Today, Thorens technicians and engineers in Switzerland continue to develop many ingenious features and breakthrough inventions. The improved quality and diverse choices for both use and collection are worth exploring.
