Vintage S.T. Dupont Ligne 1 Lighters

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Vintage S.T. Dupont Ligne 1 lighters

The Ligne 1 is where S.T. Dupont's lighter making began. Introduced in the 1960s as the BS (Briquet Standard), it was refined in the 1970s into the BR (Briquet Réglable) — the adjustable-flame butane version that became the model's definitive form and stayed in production into the early 2000s.

Prized for its compact, pocket-friendly proportions, the Ligne 1 was offered in two sizes and in finishes ranging from gold and silver plating to hand-applied laque de chine. Every Ligne 1 in our collection has been inspected, serviced where needed, and is covered by our one-year warranty.

What is a vintage Ligne 1 worth?

It comes down to the size, the finish and above all the condition of the plating or lacquer: a serviced BR in good order sits well above a scuffed example still needing work. If you are valuing one you already own rather than buying, the value guide sets out what vintage Duponts sell for, and the reference number decoder turns the markings on the base into an approximate date. The authentication guide covers the details that separate a genuine case from a copy.

Also worth a look: the larger Ligne 2, the lacquered pieces in laque de chine, and unused examples in new old stock.

Buying a vintage Ligne 1

Which size Ligne 1 should I choose?

The Ligne 1 was offered in two sizes, and the smaller is noticeably slimmer in the pocket. If you want the proportions most people picture as a classic Dupont, choose the larger; if it will travel in a jacket pocket every day, the small is the easier companion. Both use the same mechanism, so the choice is one of presence rather than function.

What is the difference between the BS and the BR?

The BS, or Briquet Standard, came first in the 1960s. The BR, Briquet Réglable, followed in the 1970s and added an adjustable flame, which became the model’s definitive form and stayed in production into the early 2000s. A BR is the more practical daily lighter; a BS is the earlier collector’s piece.

Does it work, and has it been serviced?

Yes. Every Ligne 1 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. If you would rather check one yourself, our authentication guide covers the base markings and the colour painted inside the refill-valve cap, which is the detail most counterfeits get wrong.

What condition should I expect?

Honest vintage condition, described as it is. Plating wears at the edges and on the high points of a pattern, lacquer can chip, and a case picks up marks over fifty years. Where that has happened we say so and photograph it closely, so nothing in the parcel is a surprise.

What is a vintage Ligne 1 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.