ولاعات S.T. Dupont بنقشة Prince of Wales

Buying a Prince of Wales Dupont

Will the Prince of Wales pattern wear down with use?

The weave is a fine cross-hatched engraving, so it holds its definition well — but once a case has seen heavy use the plating goes at the edges of the pattern, which is where we photograph closely.

Which finish hides wear best?

The fine weave catches light softly rather than sharply, which hides handling marks better than a polished surface. The guide to finishes and patterns sets the patterns side by side.

Does it look better in gold or silver?

Gold, without much argument — the soft sheen of the weave is at its best on a warm metal. Compare the gold and silver collections.

Has it been serviced, and is it guaranteed?

Yes. Every piece here is inspected and serviced where needed before it is listed, and it carries our one-year warranty. A lighter that has sat unused for years normally needs attention — we do that work first, so it arrives ready to use.

Is it guaranteed authentic?

Every piece is authenticated before listing and authenticity is guaranteed. To check one yourself, our authentication guide covers the base markings and the colour painted inside the refill-valve cap.

What is it worth?

Condition, completeness and rarity decide it, and the finish matters more than the mechanics. Our value guide sets out the ranges, and the reference number decoder turns the markings on the base into an approximate date.

Can I return it?

Yes — you have 30 days from receiving it to request a return. The lighter needs to come back unused and in its original packaging with proof of purchase, and return shipping is arranged and paid by you. Contact us before sending anything: items returned without a request cannot be accepted. The full refund policy has the detail.