Got ahold of my first Ronson

etznova · 02-22-2010, 10:47 PM

Today i found that the CVS stores in my area stock the Jetlites so i bought all three that they had at the moment. And i must say i see what all the hype is about they are very well constructed especially for the 4.29 that it cost me.

I also have a set of four that i ordered on amazon coming this week so i should be good for awhile if i lose one or two. So no more looking for a match when i want to

Emjaysmash · 02-22-2010, 10:47 PM

I'm sure you'll enjoy em. They are excellent lighters for the money!

MedicCook · 02-22-2010, 10:50 PM

It's all I use. $2.97 at Wal*Mart here.

Rob. · 02-23-2010, 12:38 PM

I have one, and it just quit on me. No matter what I do I cant get it back the way it was. I purged and refilled, now all I get is a quick flame then just straight butane. Time for a new one I guess.

Razorhog · 02-23-2010, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob.

I have one, and it just quit on me. No matter what I do I cant get it back the way it was. I purged and refilled, now all I get is a quick flame then just straight butane. Time for a new one I guess.

Yep, had the same thing happen to one of mine.

NCRadioMan · 02-23-2010, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob.

I have one, and it just quit on me. No matter what I do I cant get it back the way it was. I purged and refilled, now all I get is a quick flame then just straight butane. Time for a new one I guess.

Sounds like a clog. Spray your butane (or compressed air) down through the burner and I'll bet it will be fine.

eber · 02-23-2010, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Sounds like a clog. Spray your butane (or compressed air) down through the burner and I'll bet it will be fine.

good tip sir!!! I just tried that with 2 lighters that have been acting up and they both are working much better.

Col. Kurtz · 05-04-2010, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

Sounds like a clog. Spray your butane (or compressed air) down through the burner and I'll bet it will be fine.

Bump for the great advice from Greg.

I revived a three year old Ronson that I had given up on. Works like new.

Thanks Greg

KenyanSandBoa · 02-23-2010, 02:08 PM

Yeah, you can't beat Ronson's for the money. I have a tripple torch that I use to start the foot, but I always use my Ronson's for touch ups.

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Originally Posted by Rob.

I have one, and it just quit on me. No matter what I do I cant get it back the way it was. I purged and refilled, now all I get is a quick flame then just straight butane. Time for a new one I guess.

I'm having the same issue. It's a new one that's acting up too. I tried using compressed air to clear it, but it's still spurting and then the flame goes out.

jmsremax · 02-23-2010, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by KenyanSandBoa

I'm having the same issue. It's a new one that's acting up too. I tried using compressed air to clear it, but it's still spurting and then the flame goes out.

I only have this issue when I am outside in the cold for an extended period of time. When I bring my lighter back inside (for about 10 mins) it's fine.

eber · 02-23-2010, 01:56 PM

I do agree these are quite reliable but I hated having to refill them all the time due to the small tank they have

Bubba - NJ · 02-23-2010, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by etznova

Today i found that the CVS stores in my area stock the Jetlites so i bought all three that they had at the moment. And i must say i see what all the hype is about they are very well constructed especially for the 4.29 that it cost me.

Where were they displayed in the CVS ? Been checking around here and can't seem to find any .

BigCat · 02-23-2010, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bubba - NJ

Where were they displayed in the CVS ? Been checking around here and can't seem to find any .

Behind the counter in my area, somewhat close to the machine made cigars they sell. I just picked one up for $4.50. Not quite the steal that others cite at Walmart prices, but I couldn't pass up the chance to own something everyone raves about. It is a nice lighter for the money.

Lucky_Hippo · 02-24-2010, 03:45 AM

My local wal-mart and CVS stores do not carry them but my Rite Aid stores do.

Just another option to check if the others strike out.

Bubba - NJ · 03-03-2010, 03:24 PM

Found them today in Rite-Aid . $4.49 each

WildBlueSooner · 03-03-2010, 03:43 PM

I only use my Ronson anymore....and I have a few spares just in case

kelmac07 · 03-03-2010, 06:10 PM

Always carry one when I am herfing!

03-03-2010, 06:52 PM

Mine resides in my golf bag... I prefer my Xikar or X-tend for my everydayer.

Definitely a solid lighter for the $ though...

ripper · 03-03-2010, 07:16 PM

Keep my Ronson Jet-Lite at the office for fogging out folks I don't want to see.
My gamer is the dual-flame Jetline lighter in Steelers black & yellow. Made in Japan. This baby has superior workmanship than the Chinese lighters.
Instantly ignites a 56-ring Oliva V torpedo. I like that clear window at bottom to view the butane reservoir.
Buy 10 and they are just $5.99 each from Rob at Taboo Cigars.

Smokin Gator · 03-03-2010, 07:26 PM

I have a crap load of lighters and love several of them because they look nice and have a great feel. That being said... I carry a Ronson almost every day because I never have to worry other than it running out of fuel. They are so cheap though, I have another one in the truck just in case the one in my pocket runs out!! They just plain work.

02-22-2010, 10:47 PM	#1
etznova Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Erick Location: Cherry Valley IL. Posts: 65 Trading: (1)	Got ahold of my first Ronson Today i found that the CVS stores in my area stock the Jetlites so i bought all three that they had at the moment. And i must say i see what all the hype is about they are very well constructed especially for the 4.29 that it cost me. I also have a set of four that i ordered on amazon coming this week so i should be good for awhile if i lose one or two. So no more looking for a match when i want to

02-22-2010, 10:47 PM	#2
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson I'm sure you'll enjoy em. They are excellent lighters for the money! __________________

02-22-2010, 10:50 PM	#3
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson It's all I use. $2.97 at Wal*Mart here. __________________ 27 World Series Championship's "If your wife doesn't like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.", Zino Davidoff

02-23-2010, 12:38 PM	#4
Rob. Just in from the Storm Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Matthew Location: Amherst, Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 16 Trading: (0)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson I have one, and it just quit on me. No matter what I do I cant get it back the way it was. I purged and refilled, now all I get is a quick flame then just straight butane. Time for a new one I guess.

02-23-2010, 01:56 PM	#11
eber Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Erik Posts: 1,229 Trading: (7)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson I do agree these are quite reliable but I hated having to refill them all the time due to the small tank they have

02-24-2010, 03:45 AM	#14
Lucky_Hippo A Cigar = 42 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Location: Kansas Posts: 494 Trading: (2)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson My local wal-mart and CVS stores do not carry them but my Rite Aid stores do. Just another option to check if the others strike out. __________________ Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips. -J.Candy

03-03-2010, 03:24 PM	#15
Bubba - NJ Deep Cherry Finish Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rolf Location: Tatooine Posts: 780 Trading: (4)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson Found them today in Rite-Aid . $4.49 each __________________ Royale with cheese

03-03-2010, 03:43 PM	#16
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson I only use my Ronson anymore....and I have a few spares just in case __________________ "To dilute the will to win is to destroy the purpose of the game. There is no substitute for victory"-- Douglas MacArthur

03-03-2010, 06:10 PM	#17
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson Always carry one when I am herfing! __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

03-03-2010, 06:52 PM	#18
fuente~fuente Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson Mine resides in my golf bag... I prefer my Xikar or X-tend for my everydayer. Definitely a solid lighter for the $ though...

03-03-2010, 07:16 PM	#19
ripper Busy doing nothing Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bart Location: Gig Harbor WA Posts: 497 Trading: (12)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson Keep my Ronson Jet-Lite at the office for fogging out folks I don't want to see. My gamer is the dual-flame Jetline lighter in Steelers black & yellow. Made in Japan. This baby has superior workmanship than the Chinese lighters. Instantly ignites a 56-ring Oliva V torpedo. I like that clear window at bottom to view the butane reservoir. Buy 10 and they are just $5.99 each from Rob at Taboo Cigars. __________________ Ripper

03-03-2010, 07:26 PM	#20
Smokin Gator Just plain insane! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Swamp Posts: 6,237 Trading: (106)	Re: Got ahold of my first Ronson I have a crap load of lighters and love several of them because they look nice and have a great feel. That being said... I carry a Ronson almost every day because I never have to worry other than it running out of fuel. They are so cheap though, I have another one in the truck just in case the one in my pocket runs out!! They just plain work. __________________ Check out the Cigar Asylum Newbie Sampler Trade