Which lighter for fire

cpk

cpk

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Hello everyone,
The other day I was asked to barbeque and nobody had a match or lighter. Finally someone went to their vehicle and had a small torch like lighter. It was small but out of fluid:( So my question is what is the best lighter on the market now that can easily be carried in the pocket. We are all pretty hi-tech members here so it needs to be more that a book of matches or a bic lighter. Also any link would be great. Thanks for your input and stay safe:)
 
I don't know what the "best" is, but Solo sells an extendible candle lighter. I haven't seen it myself but it looks handy. As far as I know it's unique.
 
CPK,

I bought soem Blazer torch copies from a German outdoor store chain, they cost me about $5.50 and they work perfectly.

My personal one went through a full washing cycle in my zipoff pants (90 minutes at 110 F) and after that through a full drying cycle and it fired up the first time I tried it.

It's by no way waterproofed with O-rings etc. but survived the wash/dry cycle .

Go take a look at:

http://www.globetrotter.de/de/shop/detail.php?&mod_nr=zp01162&artbez=Four+Seasons+Pocket+Torch


Best Scouting wishes from Holland,

Bagheera
 
Those pocket torches are good for soldering too, just don't let the solder splatter onto it or it's finished.
 
Speaking of soldering... Has anyone ever used low temp solder tape?
You can keep a few inches of it in your wallet and melt it w/ a pocket lighter. I sent some to my son and his Sgt flipped and wanted to know if he carried a pocket welding rig also. Aside from being a good product, its a hell of a conversation starter.
 
sky, is that something you can find at your local ratshack or can you only get it online? johnniet, i took a look at that solo lighter in ems, it seemed like a good product that would work well for keeping your hands away from the flame. you just extend the flame part with your hands (i'd like to see a spring loaded version :D ) . I'm not sure how durable it would be because i think it is made out of plastic but it seemed like a pretty well made product. my friend has a lighter that can switch between 3 different types of flames, i'll have to find out where he got it.

Pete
 
That candle lighter sure does look neat. I wonder if the capacity is compromised much.

For general use I have found that it is real hard to beat a good disposable butane lighter no matter how much you are willing to spend.
 
I have a small torch, suitable for soldering, only cost about $10 in crappy tire.

takes a adjustable bic-type lighter. Only about $2-3 for a new refill, and these one are easy to refill with a butane can. about 1/2" x 1" at base - 2" at top, 3.5ish" tall. not bad for space, and by packing a 2nd "fuel cell" has enough fuel to last a while. Adjustbale lighter gives up to 1.5" flame, hot blue 100%. You can feel it about a foot away though. Also has a lock so it can't turn on in your pocket.

Full flame gives about 5min of fuel, but turn it down and you get about 15min of constant.

not as small and convenient as a zippo, but cheaper and stays full longer.
 
Originally posted by Bagheera
CPK,

I bought soem Blazer torch copies from a German outdoor store chain, they cost me about $5.50 and they work perfectly.
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http://www.globetrotter.de/de/shop/detail.php?&mod_nr=zp01162&artbez=Four+Seasons+Pocket+Torch
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Bagheera,
I see that this only got two stars from the customers at Globetrotter, and many of them were very critical ("It just doesn't work!" "The quality is a joke!")
A couple of others said theirs were terrific.
I get the feeling that the quality varies a lot.
How many of the torches have you tried out for a while?
 
I picked up one of those a couple years ago. It gives agood flame, but the lock-on option doesn't work. Sometimes it will "foosh" out, almost like the fuel is coming out too fast, even after adjusting. But, in a pinch, and for the price, not too bad.
 
cpk,

When I smoked, the best lighter I had was a Colibri Quantum 4400 EPIC I picked up for $100 CDN. Never failed, never clogged, kicked ass, decent on fuel.

Here's a link (no affiliation, just a good pic)

Colibri 4400 EPIC

Since I quit smoking (but still appreciate the value of fire on command) I bought a Brunton Helios. A bit overpriced, but damn if it doesn't light. O-ring sealed, with a metal clasp that guarantees its shut, and stays shut. Fit and finish are decent, seems fairly impact resistant. Easy to adjust for various altitudes.

Brunton Helios

There is a lanyard on the Helios, as well as a fluid level indicator.

Just my experiences. A zippo is alot cheaper, but goes through fluid pretty quick (use + evaporation) plus leaves a strong odour if that's a concern. (also from experience, had one zippo leak inside my pocket :mad: )


Hope this was helpful.

Regards,

Shaun

[edited because I can't spell Brunton]
 
Thanks for the info everyone. Johnniet thanks for the lead on the Solo brand. I saw some of those had a rating of 3700 degrees farenheit. That is a big plus if I need to use it as a mini torch.

Sky do you have a link for that soldering tape? I sure could use that for some temp repairs on the job.

DarkReazon those Helios look nice also.

Ahh the search continues. Thanks.
 
I think that I got the solder tape at Jensen Tools. Sorry it took so long to reply. I carry a Helios and it has been great for me.
 
ive had the same 1933 replica zippo for almost eight years. i wont light my cigarettes with anything else
 
Been lurking this group.....so here goes...There is a lighter out there called a 'RONI' that is (or was) a USD 1.50 lighter that was refillable butane...cost as much as a disposable......and if the tank tanked.....you could pull out the sparker unit as one piece (Bhageera take note....hint hint he has a Sparklite in brass for youse (I'm from NJ) that know what that means......if you lift the sparking unit, it's as small as I've ever seen a sparking product, and it uses zippo flints....
Just my too scents.....
Steve
 
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