Buying a Ligne D
Is the Ligne D too small to use comfortably?
At 32 by 9 by 54 millimetres it is the smallest gas lighter Dupont ever made, so it is a deliberate choice rather than a compromise. It suits a pocket or a handbag where a Ligne 2 would be an intrusion; if you want presence in the hand, look at the larger lines instead.
How often will I need to refill it?
More often than its bigger siblings — being the smallest of the lines it holds correspondingly less gas. The care guide covers gas, flints and storage.
Who is the Ligne D for?
Produced from 1989 until 2012 and far less common than the Ligne 1 or Ligne 2, it appeals to collectors completing a set and to anyone who wants a Dupont that disappears into a pocket. Compare it with the Ligne 1 and the Ligne 2.
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.
