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Danforz · 11-16-2008, 10:13 PM

Hey guys,

So I purchased a "Limited Opus" Xtend about a year ago. Now, for the ridiculous amount I paid for the thing, I'd expect it to out perform my $25 Colibri, right?

Well, the flame on the thing is tiny. No matter how high I set the gauge, it just doesn't have a powerful flame. The Colibri on the other hand (and my old Prometheus) has a huge saber like torch with a "sharp" tip and lights my cigars instantly. Needless to say, I prefer the Colibri's flame. And the thing is, my Xtend has always performed like this.

Do they just have notoriously weak flames?

James · 11-17-2008, 01:03 PM

My xtend has a pretty big flame, nothing amazing, but it is not small by any means.

Btw, What are you in a rush for? A cigar should be a relaxing break in the day. If youre lighting your cigars that quickly you are proably singeing them.

Danforz · 11-17-2008, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by James

My xtend has a pretty big flame, nothing amazing, but it is not small by any means.

Btw, What are you in a rush for? A cigar should be a relaxing break in the day. If youre lighting your cigars that quickly you are proably singeing them.

James,

I appreciate your response. After speaking with two others about their Dupont, I'm starting to think that the Xtend flame is just much smaller than my Colibri flame.

As for my "rush," I think the only rule of thumb regarding cigars is to enjoy them how you please. For me, the Colibri's ultra light saber flame gets the job done in a more satisfying fashion andd causes less torching of the foot. Sure, I could be extra delicate and take the extra time when lighting the cigar with the Xtend, but why when I can just use the colibri instead. But then, I'd have wasted a chunk of cash on the Xtend, and thus my disappointment.

I'm going to check in with the cigar store and have them take a look at my Xtend,just in case.

Renaissance Man · 11-17-2008, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Danforz

James,

I appreciate your response. After speaking with two others about their Dupont, I'm starting to think that the Xtend flame is just much smaller than my Colibri flame.

As for my "rush," I think the only rule of thumb regarding cigars is to enjoy them how you please. For me, the Colibri's ultra light saber flame gets the job done in a more satisfying fashion andd causes less torching of the foot. Sure, I could be extra delicate and take the extra time when lighting the cigar with the Xtend, but why when I can just use the colibri instead. But then, I'd have wasted a chunk of cash on the Xtend, and thus my disappointment.

I'm going to check in with the cigar store and have them take a look at my Xtend,just in case.

It can be adjusted but you have to remove the case..... probably best done by the store or DuPont to keep your warranty intact.....

Harleyrider · 11-18-2008, 11:50 AM

I have a regular X-tend, and it works great. FWIW.

James · 11-18-2008, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danforz

James,

I appreciate your response. After speaking with two others about their Dupont, I'm starting to think that the Xtend flame is just much smaller than my Colibri flame.

As for my "rush," I think the only rule of thumb regarding cigars is to enjoy them how you please. For me, the Colibri's ultra light saber flame gets the job done in a more satisfying fashion andd causes less torching of the foot. Sure, I could be extra delicate and take the extra time when lighting the cigar with the Xtend, but why when I can just use the colibri instead. But then, I'd have wasted a chunk of cash on the Xtend, and thus my disappointment.

I'm going to check in with the cigar store and have them take a look at my Xtend,just in case.

Oh I didnt mean to be a dick, it might have come across that way. I just hate when the people I smoke with always rush to light their cigar. I say take your time.

Mowee · 11-24-2008, 05:16 AM

A question...do you use the Xtend fluid to refill it? I have found that makes a difference. I have two Xtends with great flames and one is like 5 years old (whenever they first came out)/

Cabaiguan · 11-24-2008, 07:59 AM

Haven't had mine for that long, but I have not noticed the flame being too small. Then again, I'm used to flint lighters and by no means a torch "expert."

Danforz · 11-25-2008, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Mowee

A question...do you use the Xtend fluid to refill it? I have found that makes a difference. I have two Xtends with great flames and one is like 5 years old (whenever they first came out)/

Yes, I do. I think I'm gonna have to have the shop take a look and open the sucker up.

LabRatGDI · 11-26-2008, 06:03 AM

My Xtend lasted a total of 2 months.

11-16-2008, 10:13 PM	#1
Danforz Club Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. Posts: 2,026	Anyone else but me disapointed in their Xtend? Hey guys, So I purchased a "Limited Opus" Xtend about a year ago. Now, for the ridiculous amount I paid for the thing, I'd expect it to out perform my $25 Colibri, right? Well, the flame on the thing is tiny. No matter how high I set the gauge, it just doesn't have a powerful flame. The Colibri on the other hand (and my old Prometheus) has a huge saber like torch with a "sharp" tip and lights my cigars instantly. Needless to say, I prefer the Colibri's flame. And the thing is, my Xtend has always performed like this. Do they just have notoriously weak flames?

11-18-2008, 11:50 AM	#5
Harleyrider Club Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: New Orleans, whenever possible Posts: 2,077	I have a regular X-tend, and it works great. FWIW. __________________ Vic I'm way too young to be this damned old.

11-24-2008, 05:16 AM	#7
Mowee Contributing Editor Club Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Dallas, TX USA Posts: 2,782	A question...do you use the Xtend fluid to refill it? I have found that makes a difference. I have two Xtends with great flames and one is like 5 years old (whenever they first came out)/ __________________ Herfin in Dallas? Let us know! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dfw-cigarsociety/

11-24-2008, 07:59 AM	#8
Cabaiguan Club Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 4,767	Haven't had mine for that long, but I have not noticed the flame being too small. Then again, I'm used to flint lighters and by no means a torch "expert." __________________ Jamas abandonaremos nuestra patria - Brigada Asalto 2506 In God We Trust. All others we monitor. * Member, Full Flavor Federation

11-26-2008, 06:03 AM	#10
LabRatGDI Herf God Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Willowick, OH Posts: 36,008	My Xtend lasted a total of 2 months. __________________ I am for doing good to the poor, but I differ in opinion of the means. I think the best way of doing good to the poor, is not making them easy in poverty, but leading or driving them out of it. -- Benjamin Franklin

11-17-2008, 01:03 PM	#2
James Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: New York, ny Posts: 161	My xtend has a pretty big flame, nothing amazing, but it is not small by any means. Btw, What are you in a rush for? A cigar should be a relaxing break in the day. If youre lighting your cigars that quickly you are proably singeing them.