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Original U.S. Vietnam War Zippo Cigarette Lighter of Pleasure Palace Saigon Feed Block Assembly After the adoption of theOriginal Item: One of a kind. During the Vietnam was Zippo lighters were not only available for purchase in the PX (Post Exchange) where many consumer goods were sold, but also on the black market. Zippos could be customized with regimental cyphers and engravings, and were purchased by GIs returning home as a memento of their military service in the specific theatre of operation. They were also used as promotional items by bars and brothels and given