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GaryG · 01-21-2003, 10:34 AM

I've come to the conclusion that it's best to stick with my good old reliable Zippo. I've had thougths about picking up a nice prometheus (sp) butane but judging by all the comments I see there are more problems than it's worth. I also know that folks complain about the lighter fluid smell contaminating their cigar but I really haven't had a problem so far. I find the best thing to do is let the lighter burn for a moment before torching the cigar and it's fine.

Any thoughts or comments ?

SmoKerch · 01-21-2003, 10:46 AM

Bic

97 cents at Walmart. Large size with no child-proof lock.

mrdiver · 01-21-2003, 10:58 AM

The best one I've EVER had is a ST Dupont X-Tend. Think it's the only one they make under $300(?) and retails for about $135.

GaryG · 01-21-2003, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SmoKerch

Bic

97 cents at Walmart. Large size with no child-proof lock.

Very true, but I have this thing for cool lighters. I suppose it's the same fetish I have with pens. Cross and Waterman for me please.

GaryG · 01-21-2003, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mrdiver

The best one I've EVER had is a ST Dupont X-Tend. Think it's the only one they make under $300(?) and retails for about $135.

Ouch

That's way out of my price range unfortunately.

SmoKerch · 01-21-2003, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by SmoKerch

Bic

97 cents at Walmart. Large size with no child-proof lock.

I spend the rest on cigars. (and coolers) 8) 8)

Oppie X · 01-21-2003, 11:15 AM

S.T. Dupont X Tend or S.T. Dupont Ligne II are the only way to go.

Big_Ash · 01-21-2003, 01:05 PM

I know Colibri gets both good and bad comments however I've had no problems with mine. I picked up the Magnum (built in cigar punch) for $19.00 from an online auction (brand new in box). Torch style / windproof.

Big Ash

Renaissance Man · 01-21-2003, 02:30 PM

If you want a torch, the Blazer PB-207 works great: $30. For a reasonably elegant flint lighter that won't break the bank, try a Prometheus Churchill: $85.

Wankel · 01-23-2003, 12:29 PM

Best fluid lighter = Zippo. Ya learn to live with it or do without.

Best butane lighter = Corona Old Boy. Just got another (lost the first one years ago). You can't beat it.

Well, you COULD beat it but why tear apart a good lighter...

01-21-2003, 10:34 AM	#1
GaryG Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Stillwater New Jersey Posts: 946	Lighters I've come to the conclusion that it's best to stick with my good old reliable Zippo. I've had thougths about picking up a nice prometheus (sp) butane but judging by all the comments I see there are more problems than it's worth. I also know that folks complain about the lighter fluid smell contaminating their cigar but I really haven't had a problem so far. I find the best thing to do is let the lighter burn for a moment before torching the cigar and it's fine. Any thoughts or comments ? __________________ Gary "Beer is proof that God loves us and want's us to be happy" Benjamin Franklin

01-21-2003, 11:15 AM	#7
Oppie X Herf Meister Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: North Providence, RI USA Posts: 9,238	S.T. Dupont X Tend or S.T. Dupont Ligne II are the only way to go. __________________ Oppie X

01-21-2003, 02:30 PM	#9
Renaissance Man Owner Emeritus Herf God Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Reno, NV Vatican City Posts: 16,692	If you want a torch, the Blazer PB-207 works great: $30. For a reasonably elegant flint lighter that won't break the bank, try a Prometheus Churchill: $85. __________________ *My current rotation: Bolivars (RC, PC, BBF, CE and Corona JR), Punch Punch, El Original Claro Corona and Lancero, Davidoff Grand Cru #1, VR Famoso, Upmann #2, and R&J Churchill.*

01-23-2003, 12:29 PM	#10
Wankel Herf God Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Wankelwerke AKG, Friedrichshaf Posts: 15,009	Best fluid lighter = Zippo. Ya learn to live with it or do without. Best butane lighter = Corona Old Boy. Just got another (lost the first one years ago). You can't beat it. Well, you COULD beat it but why tear apart a good lighter... __________________ "Hey, I found a live one!" - Red Skelton as Freddy the Freeloader, picking up a discarded, but still smoldering cigar butt.

01-21-2003, 10:46 AM	#2
SmoKerch Herf God Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,607	Bic 97 cents at Walmart. Large size with no child-proof lock.

01-21-2003, 10:58 AM	#3
mrdiver Herf Meister Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Clearwater, FL USA Posts: 9,932	The best one I've EVER had is a ST Dupont X-Tend. Think it's the only one they make under $300(?) and retails for about $135.

01-21-2003, 01:05 PM	#8
Big_Ash Starting Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 47	I know Colibri gets both good and bad comments however I've had no problems with mine. I picked up the Magnum (built in cigar punch) for $19.00 from an online auction (brand new in box). Torch style / windproof. Big Ash