whats the most reliable lighter? - Page 2

maninblack · 12-03-2010, 07:09 AM

I prefer a match but I also like my zippo. When it comes to a torch lighter, I go with my xikar or my ronson.

Lucky_Hippo · 12-03-2010, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by theoneandonly

I have a Lotus light that I got from my father-in-law who really introduced me to how to slow down and truly enjoy a cigar. I also have a zippo with the butane insert for it that has been pretty reliable. Also my father-in-law has been using Xikar lighters and cutter for as long as I have known him (at least five years) and he hasn't had any problems with some that he has had for way longer then I have known him. Just remember you get what you pay for.

Sorry, gotta disagree on this one when it comes to butane torches. I've been smoking cigars for over 15 yrs now and have several 80 and 100 dollar torches that clog every other refill no matter how clean the butane or how precise the purge process is. They are mostly colibri name brand as well. However like many have mentioned here and in other threads, the 2 - 4 dollar ronson is one of the absolute most reliable lighters you can get as well as one of the cheapest. I have a Xikar that I also really enjoy, however the double flame goes through too much butane for my liking when I'm smoking smaller ring gauges.

Pick one up if you get the chance and give it a shot. You may be very surprised.

sammyboy405 · 12-03-2010, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by maninblack

I prefer a match but I also like my zippo. When it comes to a torch lighter, I go with my xikar or my ronson.

Really? Now see Ive been told by Many people to Never use a Zippo style lighter with a Cigar. They said it Ruins the Flavor?

Ive always wanted to buy a zippo, but I keep getting warned away?

mosesbotbol · 12-03-2010, 07:47 AM

Either stick with disposable "BIC's" or go for a Dunhill-Davidoff-Dupont.

12-03-2010, 08:59 AM

i absolutely LOVE my dupont line 2...had it for 3 years and it has never failed me...i use it at least two to three times a day and still on the original flint!! holds a TON of gas and go about 3 months before refilling...

Ogre · 12-03-2010, 09:06 AM

I have a Bugatti lighter, single flame. Pick it up on CI for $20. Can find cheap if looked for. Tough lighter with a two hole punch.

bishjd123 · 12-03-2010, 09:17 AM

Ronson. A 3-4 dollar lighter with great reliability. I've been using my for over a year without any problems.

Bunker · 12-03-2010, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by bishjd123

Ronson. A 3-4 dollar lighter with great reliability. I've been using my for over a year without any problems.

I buy them when I find them in Wallyworld. Best $3 you can spend.

captain53 · 12-03-2010, 09:56 AM

Ronson Jet-Lite is the most reliable I have used and only $3 when you can find them at the Walmart which is getting very difficult to do, but last time they had a load I bought a dozen just in case I live a long time. Lots of nicer, fancier, more ergonomic, prettier, more expensive, larger flame, and on and on choices but none more reliable.

But - none of them are reliable without High Quality Fuel!!!! I have had best results with Vector and it is available in large cans at a reasonable price.

maninblack · 12-03-2010, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by sammyboy405

Really? Now see Ive been told by Many people to Never use a Zippo style lighter with a Cigar. They said it Ruins the Flavor?

Ive always wanted to buy a zippo, but I keep getting warned away?

I've never noticed and I've lit Many cigars with them. I still prefer a match though.

ucla695 · 12-03-2010, 12:45 PM

I love my Blazer PB-207. I can always depend on it!

YMMV

tsolomon · 12-03-2010, 12:46 PM

Been through a number of lighters and they all have their pros and cons, but I think that the 5x Vector fuel helps.

Here's how I see it.

Best lighter for the price, Ronson Jet Lite. The only downside is that it you can't see the fuel level. I wish they were easier to find, but I have two of them and they work great.

Best lighter to get repaired or replaced, Xikar. Service is fast and easy. I have two of them, but I just don't use them. One stopped working and I sent it back and it was quickly replaced. It worked for awhile and then stopped. The other is a dual flame that has worked for years and I use to carry it as a backup until I got the Ronsons.

Best lighter for fuel capacity and my favorite to use, Blazer PB-207. I'm on my third one. Limited warranty and service takes at least a month. I have returned at least two of them for service and they stopped working shortly after I got them back. Blazer seems to be into repairing rather than replacing.

I use to use a 3X fuel and switched to the Vector 5X and my current Blazer continues to work well. It has lasted longer than the first two, so I think most of my problems were from the fuel I was using.

ucla695 · 12-03-2010, 12:48 PM

I'm with everyone on the 5x fuel. Vector and Lava have worked well for me.

Mr B · 12-03-2010, 12:55 PM

Its definetly not a pocket lighter, but I got one of these a few months back and it works great. Not one single problem so far.

http://www.amazon.com/Iso-Tip-7978-E...1402287&sr=8-1

CasaDooley · 12-03-2010, 12:57 PM

My S.T. Dupont Xtend Has lit every single time I use it. I also trust my Xikar Nautilus (NXT), Blazers, Vectors, Nibos, Ronsons, dealextreme cheapie's and yes, even my Colibri's. I only use Vector or Lava 5x fuel with all my lighters, I always purge them and keep them clean.

neoflex · 12-03-2010, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by sammyboy405

Really? Now see Ive been told by Many people to Never use a Zippo style lighter with a Cigar. They said it Ruins the Flavor?

Ive always wanted to buy a zippo, but I keep getting warned away?

You can still have the best of both worlds. You can get a Zippo with the Z-Plus insert. The Z-Plus is rock solid and you still have the convenience of a Zippo.

Ferrari5180 · 12-03-2010, 01:12 PM

The blazer little buddy is a piece of crap. I suggest when you see it, you turn around and run the other way.

12-03-2010, 01:43 PM

I've had a Xicar for a few years. It's a double torch and I really like the warranty. I also have had one of those $2 Ronsons for a couple years and it's still working. I did have to clean my Xicar with a toothbrush the other day...now it works good again.

elderboy02 · 12-03-2010, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector.

FWIW I use these, if one breaks(very rare) just toss it and grab another. Can't be beat, less than $2/each if you order more than 3 includes free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

Those are what I use as well. If you want them order now. It usually takes 2-3 weeks to get them.

ir13 · 12-03-2010, 02:14 PM

I love my Blazer CG-001.

12-03-2010, 07:09 AM	#21
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I prefer a match but I also like my zippo. When it comes to a torch lighter, I go with my xikar or my ronson. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

12-03-2010, 07:47 AM	#24
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Either stick with disposable "BIC's" or go for a Dunhill-Davidoff-Dupont. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

12-03-2010, 08:59 AM	#25
jonan Guest Posts: n/a	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? i absolutely LOVE my dupont line 2...had it for 3 years and it has never failed me...i use it at least two to three times a day and still on the original flint!! holds a TON of gas and go about 3 months before refilling...

12-03-2010, 09:06 AM	#26
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I have a Bugatti lighter, single flame. Pick it up on CI for $20. Can find cheap if looked for. Tough lighter with a two hole punch.

12-03-2010, 09:17 AM	#27
bishjd123 Have a Smoke and a Smile Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 196 Trading: (16)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Ronson. A 3-4 dollar lighter with great reliability. I've been using my for over a year without any problems.

12-03-2010, 09:56 AM	#29
captain53 Have My Own Room Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Dave Location: Lake of the Ozarks & Austin, TX Posts: 1,333 Trading: (3)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Ronson Jet-Lite is the most reliable I have used and only $3 when you can find them at the Walmart which is getting very difficult to do, but last time they had a load I bought a dozen just in case I live a long time. Lots of nicer, fancier, more ergonomic, prettier, more expensive, larger flame, and on and on choices but none more reliable. But - none of them are reliable without High Quality Fuel!!!! I have had best results with Vector and it is available in large cans at a reasonable price.

12-03-2010, 12:45 PM	#31
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I love my Blazer PB-207. I can always depend on it! YMMV

12-03-2010, 12:46 PM	#32
tsolomon Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: The Villages, FL Posts: 1,246 Trading: (31)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Been through a number of lighters and they all have their pros and cons, but I think that the 5x Vector fuel helps. Here's how I see it. Best lighter for the price, Ronson Jet Lite. The only downside is that it you can't see the fuel level. I wish they were easier to find, but I have two of them and they work great. Best lighter to get repaired or replaced, Xikar. Service is fast and easy. I have two of them, but I just don't use them. One stopped working and I sent it back and it was quickly replaced. It worked for awhile and then stopped. The other is a dual flame that has worked for years and I use to carry it as a backup until I got the Ronsons. Best lighter for fuel capacity and my favorite to use, Blazer PB-207. I'm on my third one. Limited warranty and service takes at least a month. I have returned at least two of them for service and they stopped working shortly after I got them back. Blazer seems to be into repairing rather than replacing. I use to use a 3X fuel and switched to the Vector 5X and my current Blazer continues to work well. It has lasted longer than the first two, so I think most of my problems were from the fuel I was using.

12-03-2010, 12:48 PM	#33
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I'm with everyone on the 5x fuel. Vector and Lava have worked well for me.

12-03-2010, 12:55 PM	#34
Mr B Livin' in a Van.... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,233 Trading: (79)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Its definetly not a pocket lighter, but I got one of these a few months back and it works great. Not one single problem so far. http://www.amazon.com/Iso-Tip-7978-E...1402287&sr=8-1

12-03-2010, 12:57 PM	#35
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? My S.T. Dupont Xtend Has lit every single time I use it. I also trust my Xikar Nautilus (NXT), Blazers, Vectors, Nibos, Ronsons, dealextreme cheapie's and yes, even my Colibri's. *I only use Vector or Lava 5x fuel with all my lighters, I always purge them and keep them clean.* __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

12-03-2010, 01:12 PM	#37
Ferrari5180 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 433 Trading: (0)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? The blazer little buddy is a piece of crap. I suggest when you see it, you turn around and run the other way.

12-03-2010, 01:43 PM	#38
jbo57 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I've had a Xicar for a few years. It's a double torch and I really like the warranty. I also have had one of those $2 Ronsons for a couple years and it's still working. I did have to clean my Xicar with a toothbrush the other day...now it works good again.

12-03-2010, 02:14 PM	#40
ir13 PSHC - T1nyH@ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,440 Trading: (44)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I love my Blazer CG-001. __________________