WW2 US Army Spark-A-Lite ACME Lighter EMPTY

The WW2 US Army Spark-A-Lite ACME Lighter is a field-issue ignition device produced for the United States military during the Second World War. Manufactured by the Acme company, this item served as a reliable source of flame for soldiers in a range of environments and conditions. The lighter features a compact, rectangular metal casing designed for portability and durability. Its mechanism consists of a striker wheel and flint system to generate sparks, with a cotton reservoir intended for lighter fluid. This example is in an EMPTY state, containing no fluid or usable flint. The Spark-A-Lite was commonly issued as part of personal equipment for soldiers and was valued for its simplicity and functionality. Its utilitarian design reflects wartime priorities for robust and efficient field gear. Today, original Spark-A-Lite lighters are considered artifacts representative of US military standard-issue equipment from the World War II era.