Q: I was given a Ronson butane lighter over 50 years ago. It’s never been used and is still in the original box. It has a gold label that says Ronson Varaflame Windlite Slim Line pocket lighter. It’s bright chrome plate with black sable finish. Can you tell me anything about this company?
A: Ronson lighters were first made in 1913 by Art Metal Works of Newark, New Jersey, a company founded by Louis…