Classy wood case for Bic lighter

Cheap and reasonably easy way to add some warmth to your lighter!

Wood veneer is great and light yet resistant structures can be made with it. Since I wanted a 'classic' twist to my Bic, the wood veneer turned out to be the obvious choice. I like the look minimal, hence I limited the finish to a simple lacquer, but feel free to push it further along your imagination! The instructable is explained for a Bic lighter but can be adapted to most lighter shapes. 

Step 1 Tools & Materials

You will need:
- approx. 4'' x 9'' of wood veneer
- utility knife
- wood glue
- precision saw OR rotary tool (e.g. Dremel)
- drill
- your favorite wood finishing
- fine sandpaper
- rubber bands

Comments

[_Scratch_]

Fire hazard much?

[ZackBlack]

That's just dumb

How would a wooden cover on a lighter be any more of a fire hazard than the PLASTIC cover it comes with (and still has)?

[woz.artur]

Not at all. I've been using it for a month and there are not even traces of burnt or melted material; it works as it did before.

[CaseBoy]

i must find a cheap zippo like lighter to do this to.

[tato312]

wow this looks reeaaaaally neat dude! nice job

[splazem]

Very classy! I love it!

[MichelMoermans]

Very classy and nice! This must be featured! :D