Butane Torches

01-01-2012, 11:34 PM

Hey all . . .

When it comes to lighting my cigars, I prefer to use a butane torch because I take a good amount of time toasting the foot and gertting a nice ring of fire going before I actually start taking some draws off of it. I've been using some decent torches so far, but they're a little short on longevity and burn strength. I read somewhere that you need to "bleed" the excess gas out of the torch before refueling it and while that does seem to work in restoring it to its original burn, the butane still doesn't last very long. I'm assuming that I'm just using some low-end torches and should probably bite the bullet and upgrade to something more reliable. I'm curious if anyone here has some suggestions? I used one at the lounge the other day that looked like a minature oil can that had a spool on it you had to turn "on" before igniting it - and while it burned magnificently, it also looked like it just consumed butane like a Hummer does gas! I think I'm looking for something more portable!

icehog3 · 01-01-2012, 11:41 PM

For a good lighter that goes really easy on the butane, I like the Blazer PB-207.

There are also some extreme deal lighters out of Hong Kong (I will look for the link) that come out to a couple bucks apiece....been using one for the last several weeks, it's a hoot...and no big deal if it craps out in 6 months.

icehog3 · 01-01-2012, 11:43 PM

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/compact...t-lighter-4179

Shawn hines · 01-02-2012, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/compact...t-lighter-4179

I have this little lighter, While I don't use it for me I use it to light the ladies at the bars or I let the other guys use it to light there cigars or cigarettes. I think it works just fine and it last a pretty good while. I like the fact that the tank is clear so I know to refill it before I go out or it will be alright.

emopunker2004 · 01-01-2012, 11:48 PM

this is good too
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/jet-130...e-lighter-1320

ronson jetlite's are great too.

icehog3 · 01-02-2012, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by emopunker2004

this is good too
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/jet-130...e-lighter-1320

Yup, I have one of these too, and it works great, and a tank fills lasts a long time.

icehog3 · 01-02-2012, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by emopunker2004

this is good too
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/jet-130...e-lighter-1320

Just ordered 6 more of these for less than $15 shipped.

emopunker2004 · 01-02-2012, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Just ordered 6 more of these for less than $15 shipped.

very hard to beat and they run FOREVER

icehog3 · 01-02-2012, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by emopunker2004

very hard to beat and they run FOREVER

The time I had mine in the rotation, it lit almost 100 cigars on one fill....can't hurt to have some spares.

jluck · 02-16-2012, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by emopunker2004

this is good too
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/jet-130...e-lighter-1320

ronson jetlite's are great too.

Dang ya bad influences....I had to get 10. For 20.20 that's hard to beat.

Shawn hines · 01-02-2012, 12:33 AM

While I have several lighters I just got one that I really enjoy lighting my cigars with because it does suck a great job at toasting the foot. Most of the time that is all I do to start smoking it.
It is a triple flame Black ops, it will burn through some fuel, but it will last a week or so or a night of HERFs. It comes with a punch on it as well so if you misplace your cutter for the night.

http://www.cigarsinternational.com/p...M-BKOPSLTR-K-K

I got it from a christmas deal packs one of the smoke shops was having.
I will post a link to the thread

Shawn hines · 01-02-2012, 12:37 AM

Thread link as promised, Link to the thread

This lighter has some reviews on the thread as well with pictures in action.

bobarian · 01-02-2012, 12:42 AM

I would highly recommend either of the DealExtreme lighters. The second is a bit large for your pocket but hold a ton of fuel. The first one is my go to lighter. Holds enough fuel to light 3 cigars a day for 2-3 weeks. I have gifted at least 50 of these over the years. Cost is $2ea when you buy 3 and use the bulkrate shipping code. Delivery is a bit slow but they are great lighters. The Blazer is probably the most reliable lighter but is more expensive.

deadrise · 01-02-2012, 01:51 AM

I got one like this dealextreme.com from walmart in the heat shrink tube section for 15.00.
I like that it has large tank and soft flame or torch has a big base so it works great as a table top yet not bad in the pocket.
and for these prices I might get me a few more.
the only thing I would like a a clear base but it looks like this model has a little window not bad

Shawn hines · 01-02-2012, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by deadrise

I got one like this dealextreme.com from walmart in the heat shrink tube section for 15.00.
I like that it has large tank and soft flame or torch has a big base so it works great as a table top yet not bad in the pocket.
and for these prices I might get me a few more.
the only thing I would like a a clear base but it looks like this model has a little window not bad

I like that... Has anyone from the states ordered from this website? How long does it take to get in?

emopunker2004 · 01-02-2012, 02:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawn hines

I like that... Has anyone from the states ordered from this website? How long does it take to get in?

i have and tom just ordered some. time varies. i think mine only too like a week. it can take longer though

Mattso3000 · 01-02-2012, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawn hines

I like that... Has anyone from the states ordered from this website? How long does it take to get in?

I've ordered a few times Shawn, took about 2 weeks each time.

deadrise · 01-02-2012, 02:12 AM

I plan on ordering 1-2 more of my style and maybe a few of the others posted here they are a great deal at least it seams

Shawn hines · 01-02-2012, 02:27 AM

I guess I will also ask, it was secure? Always have to ask with some of these companies. THis one seems like it is huge though.

Mattso3000 · 01-02-2012, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawn hines

I guess I will also ask, it was secure? Always have to ask with some of these companies. THis one seems like it is huge though.

Accepts Playpal payment. So, yeah I guess.

01-01-2012, 11:34 PM	#1
Shidoshi Guest Posts: n/a	Butane Torches Hey all . . . When it comes to lighting my cigars, I prefer to use a butane torch because I take a good amount of time toasting the foot and gertting a nice ring of fire going before I actually start taking some draws off of it. I've been using some decent torches so far, but they're a little short on longevity and burn strength. I read somewhere that you need to "bleed" the excess gas out of the torch before refueling it and while that does seem to work in restoring it to its original burn, the butane still doesn't last very long. I'm assuming that I'm just using some low-end torches and should probably bite the bullet and upgrade to something more reliable. I'm curious if anyone here has some suggestions? I used one at the lounge the other day that looked like a minature oil can that had a spool on it you had to turn "on" before igniting it - and while it burned magnificently, it also looked like it just consumed butane like a Hummer does gas! I think I'm looking for something more portable!

01-01-2012, 11:41 PM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,440 Trading: (60)	Re: Butane Torches For a good lighter that goes really easy on the butane, I like the Blazer PB-207. There are also some extreme deal lighters out of Hong Kong (I will look for the link) that come out to a couple bucks apiece....been using one for the last several weeks, it's a hoot...and no big deal if it craps out in 6 months. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

01-01-2012, 11:43 PM	#3
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,440 Trading: (60)	Re: Butane Torches http://www.dealextreme.com/p/compact...t-lighter-4179 __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

01-01-2012, 11:48 PM	#5
emopunker2004 Central Fla rollin Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Justin Location: Winter Springs, FL Posts: 6,171 Trading: (46)	Re: Butane Torches this is good too http://www.dealextreme.com/p/jet-130...e-lighter-1320 ronson jetlite's are great too. __________________ Cigar Asylum: Where all are equal, unless you are from CA, then you are more equal.

01-02-2012, 12:33 AM	#11
Shawn hines Ready for something new Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Shawn Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 363 Trading: (3)	Re: Butane Torches While I have several lighters I just got one that I really enjoy lighting my cigars with because it does suck a great job at toasting the foot. Most of the time that is all I do to start smoking it. It is a triple flame Black ops, it will burn through some fuel, but it will last a week or so or a night of HERFs. It comes with a punch on it as well so if you misplace your cutter for the night. http://www.cigarsinternational.com/p...M-BKOPSLTR-K-K I got it from a christmas deal packs one of the smoke shops was having. I will post a link to the thread

01-02-2012, 12:37 AM	#12
Shawn hines Ready for something new Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Shawn Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 363 Trading: (3)	Re: Butane Torches Thread link as promised, Link to the thread This lighter has some reviews on the thread as well with pictures in action.

01-02-2012, 12:42 AM	#13
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Butane Torches I would highly recommend either of the DealExtreme lighters. The second is a bit large for your pocket but hold a ton of fuel. The first one is my go to lighter. Holds enough fuel to light 3 cigars a day for 2-3 weeks. I have gifted at least 50 of these over the years. Cost is $2ea when you buy 3 and use the bulkrate shipping code. Delivery is a bit slow but they are great lighters. The Blazer is probably the most reliable lighter but is more expensive.

01-02-2012, 01:51 AM	#14
deadrise The Manhattan Project Join Date: Sep 2011 First Name: Jason Location: Reedville Virginia Posts: 1,001 Trading: (24)	Re: Butane Torches I got one like this dealextreme.com from walmart in the heat shrink tube section for 15.00. I like that it has large tank and soft flame or torch has a big base so it works great as a table top yet not bad in the pocket. and for these prices I might get me a few more. the only thing I would like a a clear base but it looks like this model has a little window not bad __________________

01-02-2012, 02:12 AM	#18
deadrise The Manhattan Project Join Date: Sep 2011 First Name: Jason Location: Reedville Virginia Posts: 1,001 Trading: (24)	Re: Butane Torches I plan on ordering 1-2 more of my style and maybe a few of the others posted here they are a great deal at least it seams __________________

01-02-2012, 02:27 AM	#19
Shawn hines Ready for something new Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Shawn Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 363 Trading: (3)	Re: Butane Torches I guess I will also ask, it was secure? Always have to ask with some of these companies. THis one seems like it is huge though.