Reliable Torch Lighter? - Page 2

Silound · 11-02-2011, 03:07 PM

You can pick up a Xikar Element double torch for around $45 on Amazon. Personally, I love this lighter. Mine has proven to be durable as hell.

http://www.amazon.com/Xikar-XIKAR-El.../dp/B000JEOHZ6

I also own two Vector Urbano lighters that I carry around as my "day-to-day" these days. Well sized and they hold a decent amount of fuel, they're a cheap triple torch. The only downside is the lid doesn't hinge as far away as I'd like, but I can live with that.

http://www.amazon.com/Vector-Urbano-.../dp/B002WDDXQ6

irratebass · 11-02-2011, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Silound

You can pick up a Xikar Element double torch for around $45 on Amazon. Personally, I love this lighter. Mine has proven to be durable as hell.

http://www.amazon.com/Xikar-XIKAR-El.../dp/B000JEOHZ6

I also own two Vector Urbano lighters that I carry around as my "day-to-day" these days. Well sized and they hold a decent amount of fuel, they're a cheap triple torch. The only downside is the lid doesn't hinge as far away as I'd like, but I can live with that.

http://www.amazon.com/Vector-Urbano-.../dp/B002WDDXQ6

Thanks for the links, this is what I am looking for, maybe I am being too greedy for trying to find it cheaper:
http://xikar.com/products/lighters/crossover/

mithrilG60 · 11-02-2011, 03:47 PM

Personally I love my EverTorch and as a side benefit it's sold by a brother on this site

ApexAZ · 11-02-2011, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

What fuel are you using?
When I used cheap fuel I ran into issues often, after switching to good fuel I seldom ever have an issue with any of my lighters!

What constitutes 'good' fuel, if you don't mind? I've been using Xikar, but wondering if I could go to some other form of butane that isn't as expensive.

irratebass · 11-02-2011, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by mithrilG60

Personally I love my EverTorch and as a side benefit it's sold by a brother on this site

These are nice Geoff...I don't see a price though, I'm thinking I am missing something though.

Boz · 11-02-2011, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by irratebass

These are nice Geoff...I don't see a price though, I'm thinking I am missing something though.

$59 shipped http://www.stogietorch.com/Ever%20Torch%20models.html under "Browse the models to find the right one for you."

CigarNut · 11-02-2011, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ApexAZ

What constitutes 'good' fuel, if you don't mind? I've been using Xikar, but wondering if I could go to some other form of butane that isn't as expensive.

Xikar is good. Basically, you want a fuel that is heavily refined (purified). Vector is also very good. The good fuels are refined at least 5 ("quintuple") times.

I heard that Lava is very good and am trying that out -- so far so good (even better than Vector). It takes time to find out if a fuel is good or not -- the goal is to find a good enough fuel so that the lighter's jets do not get clogged over time.

11-02-2011, 04:34 PM

Granted my torch lighters were all kit/freebie deals, but the only 100% reliable lighter I have is my mini table top crack torch marketed in supermarkets as a creme brulee torch. This is mine here
It works great for stogies, and other herbs, and some quick welding or soldering if need be. Not terribly portable though ;-)

Devanmc · 11-02-2011, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by LigaPrivadaT84

Another vote to get yourself a Ronson Jetlite filled with Vector Quintuplus.

i just use zippo butane in mine. no need to use high end butane in a 4 dollar lighter. if it clogs i throw it out.

chippewastud79 · 11-02-2011, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by irratebass

I can't find a dual flame (which do you guys prefer dual or single flame?) Xikar for under $50!!!

Cigarbid, particularly check the combo packs with 5-packs and lighters or the special deals.

falconman515 · 11-04-2011, 03:55 AM

You can't beat a Ronson Jetline in my opinion!

11-04-2011, 01:14 PM

Blazer all the way.

camiller · 11-04-2011, 05:07 PM

I use a ronson when away from the house and one of these when at home.

Bill86 · 11-04-2011, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by darkninja67

Had a bad experience with a Xikar so they are a no go for me. Previously used Lotus lighters and now on a very good Visol. Use Vector fuel as well with no issues at all.

Same here, they suck with their lighter warranties. Cutters are great....lighters, I wouldn't bother.

I returned a lighter 3 times and still not happy with it. I gave up. Costing me more to keep sending it in.

ntempleton · 11-05-2011, 12:46 AM

I had a pb207 for 5 or 6 years. I recently replaced it with the Blazer Little Buddy. It worked for about a month before it died. When I had the shop I bought it from send it in for repair Blazer told them they were considering dumping the lifetime warranty and replacing it with a 2 year plus a $25 repair fee but they would "do me a favor" and replace it for free. I'm done with Blazer. My next lighter will be a Xikar Tech.

irratebass · 11-05-2011, 06:09 AM

I picked up this baby for $1o the other night, so far I like it.

kingcobradude · 11-13-2011, 03:02 PM

that butane torch from harbor freight or a propane torch. thats all I have found to be reliable

11-13-2011, 03:08 PM

Add another vote to fuel being the chief reliability factor.

scottdurand · 11-27-2011, 04:06 AM

I own a number of lighters simply from having money to burn and boredom and must say none are as reliable than my Xikar Element. The Blazer is a sure bet also.

irratebass · 11-27-2011, 09:53 AM

I bought a new one on Friday, and this may be my last lighter purchase.
No pic yet, but I found this image on the net, it fits my entire hand, lighter is huge and only $25!

11-02-2011, 03:07 PM	#21
Silound ex-CS Swamp Gorilla Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somewhere in a swamp, south of sanity Posts: 802 Trading: (15)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? You can pick up a Xikar Element double torch for around $45 on Amazon. Personally, I love this lighter. Mine has proven to be durable as hell. http://www.amazon.com/Xikar-XIKAR-El.../dp/B000JEOHZ6 I also own two Vector Urbano lighters that I carry around as my "day-to-day" these days. Well sized and they hold a decent amount of fuel, they're a cheap triple torch. The only downside is the lid doesn't hinge as far away as I'd like, but I can live with that. http://www.amazon.com/Vector-Urbano-.../dp/B002WDDXQ6 __________________ Back in black, and better than ever! You can't keep a good gorilla down! LSU Geaux Tigers!

11-02-2011, 03:47 PM	#23
mithrilG60 Feeling at Home Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Geoff Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Posts: 733 Trading: (2)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? Personally I love my EverTorch and as a side benefit it's sold by a brother on this site

11-02-2011, 04:34 PM	#28
Benwoo Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? Granted my torch lighters were all kit/freebie deals, but the only 100% reliable lighter I have is my mini table top crack torch marketed in supermarkets as a creme brulee torch. This is mine here It works great for stogies, and other herbs, and some quick welding or soldering if need be. Not terribly portable though ;-)

11-04-2011, 03:55 AM	#31
falconman515 Central Cali Cigar Crew Join Date: Jul 2011 First Name: Chris Location: Fresno, CA. Posts: 660 Trading: (35)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? You can't beat a Ronson Jetline in my opinion!

11-04-2011, 01:14 PM	#32
audio1der Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? Blazer all the way.

11-04-2011, 05:07 PM	#33
camiller Just in from the Storm Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 16 Trading: (0)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? I use a ronson when away from the house and one of these when at home.

11-05-2011, 12:46 AM	#35
ntempleton Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 3 Trading: (0)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? I had a pb207 for 5 or 6 years. I recently replaced it with the Blazer Little Buddy. It worked for about a month before it died. When I had the shop I bought it from send it in for repair Blazer told them they were considering dumping the lifetime warranty and replacing it with a 2 year plus a $25 repair fee but they would "do me a favor" and replace it for free. I'm done with Blazer. My next lighter will be a Xikar Tech.

11-05-2011, 06:09 AM	#36
irratebass EMPEROR TOMPKINS Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Mickey Location: Mooresville, Indiana Posts: 8,313 Trading: (48)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? I picked up this baby for $1o the other night, so far I like it. __________________

11-13-2011, 03:02 PM	#37
kingcobradude Now known as Epicdragon7 Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Clay Location: Kansas for now Posts: 382 Trading: (2)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? that butane torch from harbor freight or a propane torch. thats all I have found to be reliable

11-13-2011, 03:08 PM	#38
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? Add another vote to fuel being the chief reliability factor.

11-27-2011, 04:06 AM	#39
scottdurand Still Watching My Back Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Scott Location: Lafayette, La (Cajun country) Posts: 59 Trading: (0)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? I own a number of lighters simply from having money to burn and boredom and must say none are as reliable than my Xikar Element. The Blazer is a sure bet also.

11-27-2011, 09:53 AM	#40
irratebass EMPEROR TOMPKINS Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Mickey Location: Mooresville, Indiana Posts: 8,313 Trading: (48)	Re: Reliable Torch Lighter? I bought a new one on Friday, and this may be my last lighter purchase. No pic yet, but I found this image on the net, it fits my entire hand, lighter is huge and only $25! __________________