S.T. Dupont lighters are luxury, high-end lighters known for their elegant design, precision engineering, and signature “cling” sound when opened. Made in France, they often feature precious materials like gold, lacquer, and palladium, blending craftsmanship with style.
S.T. Dupont began as a luxury leather goods company in 1872, founded by Simon Tissot-Dupont in Paris. In 1941, during WWII, the brand created its first luxury lighter, initially made of aluminum due to metal restrictions. After the war, they transitioned to using precious metals, gaining fame for their craftsmanship and iconic “cling” sound. Over the decades, Dupont lighters became status symbols, favored by royalty, celebrities, and collectors worldwide.
S.T. Dupont offers several distinctive lines (“lignes”) of lighters, each with its own style and features. Here are the main ones:
- Ligne 1
- The original luxury lighter introduced in the 1940s.
- Classic design, often gold or silver plated.
- No longer in production, now a collector’s item.
- Ligne 2
- The most iconic and popular line.
- Known for the signature “cling” sound when opened.
- Elegant, larger size, and often finished in precious metals or lacquer.
- Gatsby
- More compact and square-shaped.
- Still retains luxury appeal, but in a smaller, practical format.
- Offers the signature “cling” sound.
- Ligne D
- Modern and sleek update to classic designs.
- Includes soft-flame and torch options.
- Made for daily use with contemporary styling.
- Slim 7
- One of the thinnest luxury lighters in the world.
- Lightweight, modern, with a powerful torch flame.
- Ideal for minimalist or travel use.
- Maxijet / Minijet
- Sportier, ergonomic designs.
- Butane torch flame – wind-resistant and efficient.
- Popular with cigar smokers.