Gem City Jewel: Wrist Cigarette Lighter

Martin E. Sieber wanted to make sure that if someone wanted to light a cigarette it would be there at the flick of the wrist.

The lighter, which looks like something straight from a Dick Tracy comic strip, was a practical idea for many smokers. Sieber wanted to provide a lighter that fit on the wrist, with a collapsible interior that, when folded, was no thicker than an ordinary wristwatch. The wick would light immediately upon opening, with the top of the case acting as a wind guard. To prevent accidents, at least two fingers were needed to open the case. With a refillable reservoir, the wrist lighter would provide years of use.