captain swoop Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 I use a Zippo myself but my 'other half' insists on gas so she doesn't 'smell up her purse' Any suggestions for a good one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 pressurized butane ones dont smell or evaporate. i love the mechanics of zippos but i find the fuel is quick to evaporate whether you use it or not. the butane torch ones are pretty cool with a blue gas flame and an awesome sound of the fuel burning. also wood matches are a nice way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 I picked up a Dunhill (rep) from KB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelizer Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 How about a vintage Ronson "Varaflame"? Very art deco and stylish me thinks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain swoop Posted January 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 My dad has one of those Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelizer Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 My dad has one of those Your dad has good taste in lighters.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain swoop Posted January 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 He's had it as long as I can remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillincontrol Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 I picked up a Dunhill (rep) from KB. have pics.LZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cvstos Posted February 22, 2012 Report Share Posted February 22, 2012 I reccomend Xikar. They have a lifetime warranty, and whenever they break (which any butane lighter eventually will - from leaks, or dirty jets), I just mail it back to them and they send me a new one. I have two so I always have one handy. I've probably done this 3 or 4 times over the years and without shame in doing it because it is their guarantee. As well, their lighters have built in cigar hole makers on the underside. (be sure to pick up some compressed air if you're getting into butane lighters, and some isopropyl alcohol, to clean the top jets from time to time.) Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raijor Posted February 22, 2012 Report Share Posted February 22, 2012 Plenty of vintage flint or electronic spark butane lighters available for great prices. My son has started collection vintage lighters and some of them are amazing designs. I especially like the Art Deco ones. You should be able to pick up a great lighter for under $40 on e?ay. Myself, I have my old Zippo from 40 years ago and I gave my son my Dad's even older Zippo for his collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted February 22, 2012 Report Share Posted February 22, 2012 Plenty of vintage flint or electronic spark butane lighters available for great prices. My son has started collection vintage lighters and some of them are amazing designs. I especially like the Art Deco ones. You should be able to pick up a great lighter for under $40 on e?ay. Myself, I have my old Zippo from 40 years ago and I gave my son my Dad's even older Zippo for his collection. Photo's ??? Sounds interesting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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