From Dupont's workshop producing various leather goods in 1872, to the early 20th century, Dupont began to manufacture lighters, and its trademark was S.T.Dupont. Today, Dupont is a symbol of wealth and taste. For example, some styles of Dupont lighters use 24K gold or 925 silver as the casing, and the decoration methods include various machine-processed patterns and pure gold pattern inlays. What Dupont was better at was Chinese lacquer mixed with "gold sand". Among Dupont lighters of the same style, lacquer lighters are even more expensive than gold-plated ones. Dupont's ultra-thin lighter Carand Ache is one of the most expensive lighters in the world.

The knowledge of lighters is not only about igniting brilliant sparks, but also the appearance, materials used and internal structure are all key to a man’s taste. After 60 years, each Dupont lighter continues to serve as a representative indicator of contemporary legendary production. Whether it is the dazzling light when lit or the exquisite craftsmanship of the lighter itself, S.T. Dupont exudes a sense of the times and irresistibility. of unique charm. S.T. Dupont is not only the Rolls-Royce of lighters, but also an indispensable "dinging bell" gadget in a man's pocket.

In 1642, during the time of French Emperor Louis XIII, the Tissot family lived in Arcier, a small village a few kilometers away from Faverges. As the head of the family at that time, Mermet added his ancestor's name "Dupont" to his surname. 1840 Francois Tissot Dupont is the first family member to leave the Savoy. In 1872, Francois's nephew, 25-year-old Simon Tissot-Dupont, established his personal career in the prosperous Paris, a metropolis where luxury fashion boutiques gathered. Simon Tissot decided to focus on manufacturing leather goods and handbags, and achieved great success. He was the first to name the traditional luggage "briefcase". It was deeply welcomed and used by the gentlemen and nobles of the time, and it became a trend for a while. In 1884, Simon Tissot-Dupont was recognized as a master of contemporary leather goods design by the Louvre Magazine, a model of fashion trends at the time. The flexible shoulder bag he created was also highly praised by the leather craftsmen of the time. It continued until World War II. This handbag remains a coveted travel accessory.

Become a model of European famous brands

Become a model of European famous brands. In 1920, Simon passed the business to his two sons, Lucien and Andre. At that time, the factory employed more than 250 employees. Ten people. These two new owners and the famous businessmen Louis Renault and Rene Lalique were regarded as the new generation of businessmen at that time. Each of them hired special craftsmen to carefully manufacture products to express their personal expertise, such as jewelry, gold ornaments, furniture and fashionable clothing, etc., and developed these industries to the pinnacle. In 1929, in order to expand business, Tissot-Dupont's factory moved to Faverges in Savoy. In 1948, Dupont focused on the design and production of a new product specially designed for fashionable smokers - a lighter using flammable liquid as fuel. This graceful rectangular lighter has a special design. The size fits the movement of the palm and fingers. It is simple and perfect. When it is turned on, it will make a clear "clang" sound. It has gradually become a symbol of the art of life, and has also inspired people to S.T. Dupont became a master of lighter manufacturing. Four years later, the Faverges factory was fully dedicated to the production of lighters, and craftsmen also began to skillfully use gold or silver plating on lighters of different styles. In 1960, Dupont lighters began to be covered with a layer of magnificent enamel. This traditional craft originated from Chinese lacquerware, which was actually used long before Dupont was manufacturing travel supplies.

Enter the international market

In 1970, Dupont began to produce a series of writing instruments made of gold, silver and copper. In 1981, Dupont designed a series of rectangular watches specifically for men, following lighters and writing instruments. In 1982, Dupont determined its diversified development policy and entered other markets, producing a series of leather accessories for men, such as wallets, diaries and address books.

Hong Kong Dickson Creation Co., Ltd. fully acquired the French Dupont company in 1987, and immediately launched a new series of elegant high-end men's ready-to-wear, elegant accessories and watches to complement the existing lighters, gold pens and leather goods, creating a perfect Dupont world. Dupont fashion boutiques have also opened in Paris, Avenue Montaigne, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, China and Taiwan. In 1930, French Dupont's fine products had become the supplies of prominent people all over the world, including kings, princesses, dukes, ambassadors, and Maharajahs of Patiala from various European countries, who all loved Dupont's products. In 1948, Dupont specially produced the last set of travel bags for H.H. the Maharajah of patiala for the wedding of Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh.

S T Dupont promotes traditional Chinese enamel art

The origin of enamel production cannot be traced back. During the Ming Dynasty in the 18th century, enamel products reached their peak in China. And spread to the European continent. Later, Japan carried forward this traditional Chinese technology and spread it to France. The sap used to make enamel paint all comes from the East. The sap of the varnish tree is collected in small bamboo tubes from June to November every year, and then placed in large wooden barrels and transported to the Dupont enamel paint manufacturing factory in France. The enamel varnish sap must be isolated from dust and sunlight. Slowly pour layer by layer from the barrel to another container. The upper layer will be brighter, so it will be used in the final process; the other layers of sap will be used in the preparation process to form a black enamel. It is made by mixing transparent enamel with an appropriate amount of iron.

The colors of enamel paint include marble green, stripes, tortoise brown and midnight blue. The production process of enamel paint is very mysterious. Every famous enamel paint craftsman will not disclose the ingredients and techniques of making the paint. to preserve its uniqueness. Therefore, traditional lacquer-making techniques have been tested and refined by oriental craftsmen to produce exquisite products.

Enamel paint is indeed like a mysterious veil. No two enamel paints are the same. Each craftsman has his own method. There is no similarity, because the viscosity of the enamel paint will vary depending on the climate and the age of the tree. There are more or less changes depending on the place of origin. Therefore, any two Dupont enamel products of the same color but manufactured at different times will have many subtle differences. Making a Dupont enamel lighter must go through 492 processes and 640 inspection procedures.