whats the most reliable lighter?

12-02-2010, 08:35 PM

I am in the market for a new lighter. I like torches and I want something reliable and somewhat windproof. I am sick of unreliable lighters such as calabri and another one I bought at a gun show. I was going to check xikar's product because they have a reputation for quality. Is this true or are they unreliable also?

Ismith75 · 12-02-2010, 08:39 PM

Xikar's are nice, great customer service. Look into blazer torches or load up Ronson lights, mine work everytime and you can pick em for about 4 bucks at Walmart.

tedrodgerscpa · 12-02-2010, 08:42 PM

+1 for Ronson.

Blazer products also seem to light 9 times out of 10

bobarian · 12-02-2010, 08:42 PM

Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector.

FWIW I use these, if one breaks(very rare) just toss it and grab another. Can't be beat, less than $2/each if you order more than 3 includes free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

CigarNut · 12-02-2010, 08:46 PM

This is kind of like asking "what's the best cigar?" It all depends on what you like, what you can afford, and any specific needs you might have.

I like Lotus lighters -- they are relatively inexpensive and hold a lot of fuel. But there are many other good lighters.

As Bob said -- make sure you use a quality fuel.

Ismith75 · 12-02-2010, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

Absolute truth. Quality fuel and occasional cleaning with some compressed air keeps you smoking for a long time.

mastershogun · 12-02-2010, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobarian

Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector.

FWIW I use these, if one breaks(very rare) just toss it and grab another. Can't be beat, less than $2/each if you order more than 3 includes free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

I just ordered some more earlier today. These are great!

Bill86 · 12-02-2010, 08:54 PM

Yeah those lighters at dealsextreme are good stuff for the price. I just use Xikar butane, I suppose I could order some 5x refined vector.

If you want something nicer and reliable I've had no problems with my Xikars. They warranty everything they sell too. So I've got the exodus, trezo, an Xi cutter and the MTX scissors.

bigliver · 12-02-2010, 09:00 PM

I picked up a Siglo lighter from Cigarmony awhile back. I absolutely love it. It's not cheap, but it's been extremely reliable, and it holds a lot of fuel.

floydpink · 12-02-2010, 09:01 PM

My PB 207 with Xikar fuel is about as reliable as I can imagine.

Been in my front pocket on the motorcycle through all kinds of elements, including heavy downpours and has never missed a beat.

My biggest challenge is not forgetting where I put it.

chippewastud79 · 12-02-2010, 09:14 PM

Colibri, have had the same one for 5 years, never had a problem. I have never purged it, had to blow it out with compressed air or emptied the entire tank before filling. Vector fuel since I bought it, except for filling it up at herfs and events with whatever is on hand. Pretty much the easiest lighter to use and works every time.

12-02-2010, 09:18 PM

Ronson. Ronson. Ronson. Most reliable piece of machinery I have ever purchased for $3.

jmsremax · 12-02-2010, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by druturn

Ronson. Ronson. Ronson. Most reliable piece of machinery I have ever purchased for $3.

Luckily my last two lighters have been trustworthy because the 3 WalMarts around my area no longer sell them. I simply refill them when they run out of fluid....been over a year now.

forgop · 12-02-2010, 09:39 PM

The cheapest one I own.

brigey57 · 12-02-2010, 10:47 PM

Absolutely.

Dirty fuel will kill your lighter faster than anything out there.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobarian

Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector.

FWIW I use these, if one breaks(very rare) just toss it and grab another. Can't be beat, less than $2/each if you order more than 3 includes free shipping.

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

sammyboy405 · 12-02-2010, 10:49 PM

I just got a Xikar for 28 bucks off Cigarbid.com I Hope its a good one.

theoneandonly · 12-02-2010, 11:14 PM

I have a Lotus light that I got from my father-in-law who really introduced me to how to slow down and truly enjoy a cigar. I also have a zippo with the butane insert for it that has been pretty reliable. Also my father-in-law has been using Xikar lighters and cutter for as long as I have known him (at least five years) and he hasn't had any problems with some that he has had for way longer then I have known him. Just remember you get what you pay for.

neoflex · 12-02-2010, 11:23 PM

Believe it or not my most reliable lighter is my $14 Z-Plus insert. My only gripe is the small fuel tank but other than that, you can't kill it.

68TriShield · 12-03-2010, 04:58 AM

A dry match.

12-03-2010, 05:59 AM

My favorite and most relable lighter is the XIKAR EX Windproof Lighter. I could light a cigar while driving in my vehicle with my window down.

12-02-2010, 08:35 PM	#1
Steelergar Guest Posts: n/a	whats the most reliable lighter? I am in the market for a new lighter. I like torches and I want something reliable and somewhat windproof. I am sick of unreliable lighters such as calabri and another one I bought at a gun show. I was going to check xikar's product because they have a reputation for quality. Is this true or are they unreliable also?

12-02-2010, 08:39 PM	#2
Ismith75 Tin Cup Chalice Join Date: Nov 2010 First Name: Ian Location: Chicago Posts: 373 Trading: (8)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Xikar's are nice, great customer service. Look into blazer torches or load up Ronson lights, mine work everytime and you can pick em for about 4 bucks at Walmart.

12-02-2010, 08:42 PM	#3
tedrodgerscpa Palmetto State Herf Crew! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ted Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,712 Trading: (87)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? +1 for Ronson. Blazer products also seem to light 9 times out of 10 __________________ Everyday I'm shufflin...

12-02-2010, 08:42 PM	#4
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Be sure to use a quality fuel like 5x refined Vector. FWIW I use these, if one breaks(very rare) just toss it and grab another. Can't be beat, less than $2/each if you order more than 3 includes free shipping. http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.4179

12-02-2010, 08:46 PM	#5
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,038 Trading: (111*)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? This is kind of like asking "what's the best cigar?" It all depends on what you like, what you can afford, and any specific needs you might have. I like Lotus lighters -- they are relatively inexpensive and hold a lot of fuel. But there are many other good lighters. As Bob said -- make sure you use a quality fuel. __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

12-02-2010, 08:54 PM	#8
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Yeah those lighters at dealsextreme are good stuff for the price. I just use Xikar butane, I suppose I could order some 5x refined vector. If you want something nicer and reliable I've had no problems with my Xikars. They warranty everything they sell too. So I've got the exodus, trezo, an Xi cutter and the MTX scissors.

12-02-2010, 09:00 PM	#9
bigliver Cigarmurai Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Jason Location: Oki Posts: 404 Trading: (9)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I picked up a Siglo lighter from Cigarmony awhile back. I absolutely love it. It's not cheap, but it's been extremely reliable, and it holds a lot of fuel. __________________ Build a man a fire, keep him warm for a night. Set a man on fire, keep him warm for the rest of his life.

12-02-2010, 09:01 PM	#10
floydpink crazy diamond Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: Orlando Posts: 1,955 Trading: (17)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? My PB 207 with Xikar fuel is about as reliable as I can imagine. Been in my front pocket on the motorcycle through all kinds of elements, including heavy downpours and has never missed a beat. My biggest challenge is not forgetting where I put it. __________________ "If we weren't all crazy we would go insane"

12-02-2010, 09:14 PM	#11
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Colibri, have had the same one for 5 years, never had a problem. I have never purged it, had to blow it out with compressed air or emptied the entire tank before filling. Vector fuel since I bought it, except for filling it up at herfs and events with whatever is on hand. Pretty much the easiest lighter to use and works every time. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

12-02-2010, 09:18 PM	#12
druturn Guest Posts: n/a	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Ronson. Ronson. Ronson. Most reliable piece of machinery I have ever purchased for $3.

12-02-2010, 09:39 PM	#14
forgop Not a puffer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Duane Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 2,869 Trading: (40)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? The cheapest one I own.

12-02-2010, 10:49 PM	#16
sammyboy405 Cigar & Beer Geek Join Date: Nov 2010 First Name: Sammy Location: Mustang, Oklahoma Posts: 136 Trading: (3)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I just got a Xikar for 28 bucks off Cigarbid.com I Hope its a good one. __________________ Chuck Norris was once asked why he didnt use an iPhone. He Replied "Same reason I dont use Tampons"

12-02-2010, 11:14 PM	#17
theoneandonly Still Watching My Back Join Date: Nov 2010 First Name: Jeff Location: Daly City, CA Posts: 65 Trading: (0)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? I have a Lotus light that I got from my father-in-law who really introduced me to how to slow down and truly enjoy a cigar. I also have a zippo with the butane insert for it that has been pretty reliable. Also my father-in-law has been using Xikar lighters and cutter for as long as I have known him (at least five years) and he hasn't had any problems with some that he has had for way longer then I have known him. Just remember you get what you pay for.

12-02-2010, 11:23 PM	#18
neoflex I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: John Location: Monroe, NC Posts: 2,765 Trading: (32)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? Believe it or not my most reliable lighter is my $14 Z-Plus insert. My only gripe is the small fuel tank but other than that, you can't kill it. __________________

12-03-2010, 04:58 AM	#19
68TriShield Got Torque? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Maryland Posts: 7,184 Trading: (40)	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? A dry match.

12-03-2010, 05:59 AM	#20
fricky Guest Posts: n/a	Re: whats the most reliable lighter? My favorite and most relable lighter is the XIKAR EX Windproof Lighter. I could light a cigar while driving in my vehicle with my window down.