A Refillable Fluid Lighter Built on Mechanical Consistency

At its core, the New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid is a refillable fluid lighter powered by a traditional wick-and-fluid system. This design allows the lighter to be refueled, maintained, and used repeatedly over time.

The ignition is activated automatically upon lid opening through THORENS’ third-generation single-claw mechanism. There are no buttons, electronics, or sealed components—just a direct mechanical response that remains consistent with proper care.

• Refillable fluid lighter using lighter fluid (kerosene)
• Automatic single-claw ignition activated by lid opening
• Bottom-fill design for controlled refueling
• Mechanical structure focused on long-term reliability

This approach favors predictability over immediacy. With routine maintenance, ignition behavior remains stable and familiar through extended daily use.

Engraved Brass Construction, Not Coated Surfaces

The Modern Grid name refers directly to the lighter’s exterior construction. The surface is defined by intersecting diagonal lines and linear textures engraved directly into the solid brass body.

Rather than applying coatings or printed finishes, the pattern is cut into the metal itself. This ensures that the visual structure remains part of the lighter over time, even as the surface naturally evolves through use.

• Precision-engraved diagonal grid pattern
• Solid brass body with balanced weight
• Surface depth created through engraving, not coating

The result is a lighter that feels intentional in hand—structured, solid, and mechanically honest.

One Mechanical Structure, Two Surface Expressions

The New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid is offered in two finishes that share the same internal construction, proportions, and refillable fluid system. The distinction between them lies entirely in surface expression and visual tone, not in performance.

Both finishes are applied to the same engraved brass body and respond differently to light, wear, and handling over time. The choice reflects personal preference in visual weight and surface character rather than functional differences.

New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid – Gold Finish

The gold-tone finish introduces warmth and depth to the engraved grid pattern. Reflections shift across the diagonal lines, creating a balanced metallic sheen that emphasizes surface precision while maintaining a modern mechanical presence.

• Gold-tone metal surface
• Enhanced depth across engraved grid lines
• Warm visual character with refined contrast

New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid – Silver Finish

The silver finish presents a cooler, more restrained expression of the same structure. Cleaner reflections and sharper contrast place greater emphasis on line geometry and overall proportion.

• Silver-tone metal surface
• Clear visual definition of engraved structure
• Understated, technical appearance

Functionally, both finishes perform identically. The difference is purely visual and tactile.

Designed for Everyday Carry, Not Disposal

The New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid is intended to be used regularly, not sealed away or replaced. For many U.S. everyday carry users, refilling the fluid and maintaining the wick are familiar routines rather than inconveniences.

This involvement reinforces the lighter’s role as a long-term tool. Over time, ignition behavior remains predictable, and the engraved brass surface develops subtle character through regular handling.

• Refuel instead of replace
• Predictable ignition with routine care
• Surface character evolves naturally through use

Final Thoughts

Mechanical fluid lighters continue to matter because their design logic remains sound. Solid brass construction, refillable systems, and mechanical ignition offer a clear alternative to disposable convenience.

For users exploring refillable fluid lighters with a mechanical foundation, the New Gen 3 Single-Claw Modern Grid presents a balanced approach—combining engraved brass construction, consistent ignition behavior, and two distinct surface expressions within a single, proven structure.