Andrew Fisher
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised by it's quality lots of it is made of metal rather than plastic and the flames are perfect.
Camron
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2025
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Virginia Squire
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
These are great cigar lighters for the price. Work very well.
WSK2010
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023
I really like these torch lighters. They seem sturdy and well built and they look cool and kinda' steam punkish. But best of all they work great! Unlike standard lighters, when these are held sideways the flame dependably shoots straight out at that angle. Adjustable flame length. No need for flints that wear out. These have electric ignition.One thing I wish is that they had come preloaded with butane but that can't be helped. Shipping regulations don't allow it. But any tobacco shop should have good quality butane for sale and these lighters are very easy to fill. It literally takes just seconds.It'll be interesting to see how many lights one gets per butane charge. Should last awhile though-- unless I keep having fun lighting and watching how they work. Really cool lighters that look good and come in a very nice, almost presentation style, felted interior box. Totally giftable!
zmonkey
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2022
I'm a big fan of lighters, from basic Bics with fidget spinner covers, to modded Zippos and torches. Butane is one of my favorite lighting fuels, because it is easy to store refill canisters and they are reliable and easy to maintain. They usually only fail at the seal, which can be a bit messy and painful if it happens while in a pocket, but if you use it regularly so it doesn't stay under constant pressure, the seals last a very long time, generally. I can't guess as to how this one will hold up, but if I had to judge by the overall build quality, I'd say it's going to last awhile. The lighter is very durable and solid feeling, maybe a tad heavy in a pocket compared to a Bic, but not terrible, and the size is very compact, slightly shorter than a Bic and almost the same width (slightly wider). The cap snaps on solidly and pops open when you press the button slightly. It rarely lights for me if I press straight down with no pause, but if I open the lid first, then press fully, it lights every time. One feature that I'm only now experiencing with this lighter is the ability to adjust the flame without a screwdriver. The base is fully rotatable, so adjusting the flame intensity is simple, as is clearing the chamber of excess pressure to ensure the best possible refill. Highly recommended!
Ken G. - Seattle Area
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2021
I purchased these over a year ago, in September 2020. I've been using one lighter about 98% of the time for non-tobacco products on a daily basis, so I'd guesstimate that it's gone through around 4000 lighting cycles in that time. The lighter has a spring-loaded cap, and the spring failed about a month ago. (A thumbnail under the cap opens it easily.) Other than that, the lighter still works like a champ.I sometimes have to flick the lighter several times to get a flame, but opening the valve avoids that problem when it happens. This also is not wind-proof, just wind-resistant: turn your body to block a direct wind or use the cap as a smaller wind-block, and you'll be fine.It also looks really good. One of my sons was visiting from out of town shortly after I received these. I spotted him eyeing the lighter lying on the counter, and I could read his mind: "How much money did Dad just blow on this lighter?" Me: "Nice lighter, huh?" Him (hesitantly): "Yeah." Me: "$13.99. For two of them." Him: Laughing (because I'd read his mind).I always use a premium refined butane. In my experience, the lighter refills best not using any adapter at all on the refill can: the metal nozzle pairs well with the lighter's refilling stem. Also, to maximize the amount of butane you can load, turn the lighter upside down and press its stem to release any air before filling. A paperclip or small allen wrench work well.Would I purchase these as a gift? Nah, they're too cheap. But, you shouldn't go wrong for your own use.