Zippo

sdoodle · 10-12-2014, 10:03 AM

So I'm just getting into cigars and I'm thinking about picking up a Zippo lighter since I've always been partial to them after years of seeing my Dad use one. I have heard that because of the fluid used in them Zippos can sometimes mess with the flavor of a cigar. Has anyone using Zippos noticed this? What is your go to lighter of choice?

Wharf Rat · 10-12-2014, 12:16 PM

You can get a Zplus insert that runs on butane and fits into the Zippo case. Best of both worlds...

As far as preferences in lighters, I'd use the search function. The debate goes on and on!

WhiteMamba · 10-12-2014, 02:30 PM

Try a Ronson jet lite it has the flip top like a Zippo but is butane. They're $3 or $4 at Walmart.

icehog3 · 10-12-2014, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Wharf Rat

You can get a Zplus insert that runs on butane and fits into the Zippo case. Best of both worlds...

I have 2 or 3 like this, like Bob said, best of both worlds.

The lighter fluid used in a traditional Zippo can impart a flavor to a discerning palate.

mjdx88 · 10-13-2014, 06:54 AM

I'll add a + 1 for the Ronson. Spend the money saved on a nice cutter, humidor, cigars etc...

NCRadioMan · 10-13-2014, 12:37 PM

No on Zippo. Use a quality butane lighter. Torch or soft flame. Butane is odorless and tasteless, Zippo fluid is not.

STEVE S · 10-13-2014, 01:26 PM

The Zippo fluid can miss up the flavors in your cigar.

sdoodle · 10-14-2014, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by WhiteMamba

Try a Ronson jet lite it has the flip top like a Zippo but is butane. They're $3 or $4 at Walmart.

Thanks Michael I may have to give this one a shot.

GTsetGO · 10-14-2014, 05:00 PM

i use both the Ronson and I also have the Z insert for my Zippo. love them both but have been using the zippo more as of late.

sdoodle · 10-14-2014, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by GTsetGO

i use both the Ronson and I also have the Z insert for my Zippo. love them both but have been using the zippo more as of late.

I think I may start with the Ronson and then work on changing up a Zippo with the insert. Thanks guys for the info.

weems · 10-14-2014, 08:03 PM

Another +1 for the Ronson. I picked mine up at Walgreens for 3.99

MarkinAZ · 10-14-2014, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by WhiteMamba

Try a Ronson jet lite it has the flip top like a Zippo but is butane. They're $3 or $4 at Walmart.

As Michael mentioned, the Ronson Jet lighter is an inexpensive way to experience a butane lighter. You can always keep two or three on hand. Later, you can move up into something like a Blazer PB-207...

Brian D. · 10-15-2014, 10:16 AM

Another downfall of the Zippo fluid: After filling....well, don't put the thing in any pocket close to flesh until you're sure the residue has evaporated. By the time you notice the sting it gets painful too fast to stop the burn from occurring.

MarkinAZ · 10-15-2014, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian D.

Another downfall of the Zippo fluid: After filling....well, don't put the thing in any pocket close to flesh until you're sure the residue has evaporated. By the time you notice the sting it gets painful too fast to stop the burn from occurring.

Quit over-filling Brian

rr_coyote · 10-15-2014, 09:49 PM

I got a Thunderbird insert for my Zippo. Very nice, but soft flames usually don't do it for me.
Jet-Lite has been great. Even better after a few easy mods. Just too bad the tank is so dinky.

357 · 10-16-2014, 10:32 AM

I'm another Ronson fan. For $3-4 you can't complain. They have a nice feel and are slim, making them easy to carry. Take the restrictor ring off and you get a nice flame. Their shortcoming is the small tank. I work around that by keeping 2-3 of them nearby.

ColdCuts · 10-16-2014, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 357

I'm another Ronson fan. For $3-4 you can't complain. They have a nice feel and are slim, making them easy to carry. Take the restrictor ring off and you get a nice flame. Their shortcoming is the small tank. I work around that by keeping 2-3 of them nearby.

+1

Once you pickup your Jet Lite, there's a great Jet Lite mod thread around here somewhere.

357 · 10-16-2014, 11:12 AM

Also, don't use Ronson butane. It's crap. Any 5x refined brand should be fine. I use Vector since it's what my B&M carries. I've been smoking cigars for 10 years and I'm on my 2nd $6 can.

sdoodle · 10-17-2014, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian D.

Another downfall of the Zippo fluid: After filling....well, don't put the thing in any pocket close to flesh until you're sure the residue has evaporated. By the time you notice the sting it gets painful too fast to stop the burn from occurring.

Ouch! Guess that's why my Dad always wrapped his in a handkerchief for a bit after he filled it. Thanks for the warning.

sdoodle · 10-17-2014, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ColdCuts

+1

Once you pickup your Jet Lite, there's a great Jet Lite mod thread around here somewhere.

Thanks Dave I'll search it out.

10-12-2014, 10:03 AM	#1
sdoodle Upon A Midnight Dreary Join Date: Sep 2014 First Name: Sonya Location: Eastern, Kentucky Posts: 94 Trading: (2)	Zippo So I'm just getting into cigars and I'm thinking about picking up a Zippo lighter since I've always been partial to them after years of seeing my Dad use one. I have heard that because of the fluid used in them Zippos can sometimes mess with the flavor of a cigar. Has anyone using Zippos noticed this? What is your go to lighter of choice?

10-12-2014, 12:16 PM	#2
Wharf Rat I'll get up and fly away Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bob Location: Florence, SC Posts: 800 Trading: (7)	Re: Zippo You can get a Zplus insert that runs on butane and fits into the Zippo case. Best of both worlds... As far as preferences in lighters, I'd use the search function. The debate goes on and on!

10-12-2014, 02:30 PM	#3
WhiteMamba I'm scared of Neil. Join Date: Mar 2014 First Name: Michael Location: Catawba, NC Posts: 2,135 Trading: (28)	Re: Zippo Try a Ronson jet lite it has the flip top like a Zippo but is butane. They're $3 or $4 at Walmart. __________________ Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Romans 12:10

10-13-2014, 06:54 AM	#5
mjdx88 Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 133 Trading: (1)	Re: Zippo I'll add a + 1 for the Ronson. Spend the money saved on a nice cutter, humidor, cigars etc...

10-13-2014, 12:37 PM	#6
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,291 Trading: (67)	Re: Zippo No on Zippo. Use a quality butane lighter. Torch or soft flame. Butane is odorless and tasteless, Zippo fluid is not. __________________ That's when I got it. - Tristan (Shack XX)

10-13-2014, 01:26 PM	#7
STEVE S Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Steve Location: Coconut Creek, Fl. Posts: 1,092 Trading: (1)	Re: Zippo The Zippo fluid can miss up the flavors in your cigar. __________________ Smoking cigars is a hobby and a great way to pass the time of day!

10-14-2014, 05:00 PM	#9
GTsetGO those were the droids Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Rob Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 1,686 Trading: (5)	Re: Zippo i use both the Ronson and I also have the Z insert for my Zippo. love them both but have been using the zippo more as of late. __________________ Modded Mustangs

10-14-2014, 08:03 PM	#11
weems Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2014 First Name: Ryan Location: Savannah GA Posts: 50 Trading: (1)	Re: Zippo Another +1 for the Ronson. I picked mine up at Walgreens for 3.99

10-15-2014, 10:16 AM	#13
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,679 Trading: (1)	Re: Zippo Another downfall of the Zippo fluid: After filling....well, don't put the thing in any pocket close to flesh until you're sure the residue has evaporated. By the time you notice the sting it gets painful too fast to stop the burn from occurring. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

10-15-2014, 09:49 PM	#15
rr_coyote Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2014 First Name: Kyle Location: Coon Rapids, MN Posts: 139 Trading: (1)	Re: Zippo I got a Thunderbird insert for my Zippo. Very nice, but soft flames usually don't do it for me. Jet-Lite has been great. Even better after a few easy mods. Just too bad the tank is so dinky.

10-16-2014, 10:32 AM	#16
357 Will herf for food Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Home is where I park it Posts: 4,075 Trading: (9)	Re: Zippo I'm another Ronson fan. For $3-4 you can't complain. They have a nice feel and are slim, making them easy to carry. Take the restrictor ring off and you get a nice flame. Their shortcoming is the small tank. I work around that by keeping 2-3 of them nearby. __________________ “Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man's enjoyment of his cigar;” Mark Twain

10-16-2014, 11:12 AM	#18
357 Will herf for food Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Home is where I park it Posts: 4,075 Trading: (9)	Re: Zippo Also, don't use Ronson butane. It's crap. Any 5x refined brand should be fine. I use Vector since it's what my B&M carries. I've been smoking cigars for 10 years and I'm on my 2nd $6 can. __________________ “Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man's enjoyment of his cigar;” Mark Twain