....and then there were 2.

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....and then there were 2.

Post by Kip » Tue Nov 22, 2016 5:01 pm

So, I'm down to 2 functioning torch lighters. I moved here with a bunch (8-10ish, if I recall correctly). All of those were Xikar except a couple inexpensive (but not disposable) models. Heck, I don't even remember - the point is, all of my $50-100 MSRP lighters are dead. These two little broken, craptastic free-with-purchase lighters, however, have worked like a charm. I've had them since House Blend opened about a year ago and have put them through some pretty harsh treatment.

I'm not bragging on them as much as I'm a bit pissed I worked so hard to bring my "good" lighters with me, only to have them all, without exception, die. Most disappointing is the Xikar Trezo. I absolutely love its design, heft and function... when it worked. Yes, I know Xikar has a lifetime warranty. BUT, 1) I replaced the thing 3 times before we moved and 2) I can't really do the replacement thing from here, and there's no good way to transport it back and forth by plane. I have the DOT/TSA approved pillbox, but many TSA agents don't recognize it and confiscate the lighter anyway. I think when these die I'm just switching to matches. They're cheap and plentiful here...


* - I'm also still pissed about my experience with the Palio lighter as well. It felt great in the hand, but was essentially a pretty paperweight.

I guess I'm just too hard on lighters. I just feel a bit pissy tonight. Maybe the tumor is pressing my anger cortex oblongata....


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Re: ....and then there were 2.

Post by Kip » Tue Nov 22, 2016 5:03 pm

Soon as I posted that, I remembered I have another working lighter that has stood the test of time and flame. The little Z-Plus torch insert for a Zippo case. $11 and works like a charm....

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Re: ....and then there were 2.

Post by BowhuntnHoosier » Tue Nov 22, 2016 7:59 pm

Sounds like you need a good cigar to take away your worries.
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Re: ....and then there were 2.

Post by IWinchester » Wed Nov 23, 2016 11:08 am

I have the same issue. My really crappy, free lighters seem to always work

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