Lite-ing the smoke?

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flowbee
flowbee Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,100
Ok guys here a question that I have been wondering since I have been hanging around here;

I have seen these fancy lighters on the cigar auction sites, Cigarbid, CigarSprintsale ect....

Why are they so damn expensive? 50+ dollars each? I don't understand, Please help!!

One more piece of this question; What do you guys use to light your favorite smokes??

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  • Gray4lines
    Gray4lines Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,439
    That's usual high end lighter price. Some are worth it, some aren't. I use a xikar crossover.
  • honorknight7
    honorknight7 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 525
    I have several cheap torches, that I received on "bonus" from cigar orders that work good that would normally run around 8-15 bucks, as well as a few not so cheap torches that I hate, and a couple of "zippo style" torches that work OK, and a couple of "Black Ops" double torches (they get way to hot when using) but have to say my favorite one I use the most is my Bugatti....

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    I got it for 19 bucks, love it other then having to fill it after about 5-6 cigars
    (think I toast em up to slowly ?) not sure,
    the only other one I think I would like to have is ...Prometheus Triple T Chrome Lighter image but at 80 bucks its probably never going to happen lol

  • Rain
    Rain Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 8,761
  • catfishbluezz
    catfishbluezz Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 6,993
  • Cigary
    Cigary Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 623
    There are literally hundreds of lighters...of all kinds and shapes and they come in torch or soft flame. One should never have to shell out more than $25 for the best lighters that are out there and choose one that has a lifetime warranty if you can. I choose Xikar lighters...soft flame Exodus and a torch as well. I also have a dozen Ronson lighters...12 torches and 12 soft flame Ronsons that are $1 each.
  • Poopy Jones
    Poopy Jones Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 357
    I have a Xikar Executive II that I got a few months ago. Only $30 and a lifetime warranty. Works great
  • RedRex06
    RedRex06 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 155
    I've got a 4-torch lighter form the as station. big, bulky, and ugly but it works.
  • ddubridge
    ddubridge Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,949
    honorknight7:
    I have several cheap torches, that I received on "bonus" from cigar orders that work good that would normally run around 8-15 bucks, as well as a few not so cheap torches that I hate, and a couple of "zippo style" torches that work OK, and a couple of "Black Ops" double torches (they get way to hot when using) but have to say my favorite one I use the most is my Bugatti....

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    I friggin love this lighter. I use it all the time.
  • pokerstar22
    pokerstar22 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 62
    i use matches as much as possible.
  • flowbee
    flowbee Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,100
    pokerstar22:
    i use matches as much as possible.
    Im in match mode as well. One day I will try a torch if I can find a combo-deal!!
  • PAtoNH
    PAtoNH Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 430
    matches work for me too.
  • kuzi16
    kuzi16 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 14,471
    Rain:
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    thats what i use. first strike every time. love this lighter. worth every penny of the $59.95.

    the warranty is a good part of that too. i carry it with me just about everywhere i go.
  • Puff_Dougie
    Puff_Dougie Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,182
    I will often use matches, or if I'm at the local cigar lounge, cedar sticks. Also picked up this triple flame lighter at a B&M pretty cheap (under $20). It burns butane fast, but it works great!

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  • rsherman24
    rsherman24 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,711
    Check out ccom three-fer deal or something like that. You can get a Bugatti lighter and your choice of 2 five packs for 39.99
  • bbass2
    bbass2 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,056
    I have a Xikar Tech, JetLine, Ronson Jetlite, and Ronson Comets. Although I like the larger tank of the Xikar the others are much more reliable to light on first strike and MUCH cheaper. In other words, don't feel like you're missing out on something by not spending $20+ on a lighter. If you have the extra funds feel free, but if not just get a cheapie and spend the rest on cigars.
  • Martel
    Martel Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,423
    I have a bugatti, and I like it, but if you slow toast, the button gets too hot. My ronsons all sputter, but get the job done. I sometimes lite in cycles.

    I still like long matches if the wind isn't an issue. Cedar spills are great. I really want to try the ones from Commonwealth.

    My next purchase may be a tabletop.
  • Lee.mcglynn
    Lee.mcglynn Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 5,228
    A lighter is a lighter as long as it works well and is dependable your good! I know a lot of guys use xikar,vector,lotus and st. Dupont...all do the same thing at the end of the day
  • flowbee
    flowbee Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,100
    rsherman24:
    Check out ccom three-fer deal or something like that. You can get a Bugatti lighter and your choice of 2 five packs for 39.99
    Thanks Sherm i will look for that
  • flowbee
    flowbee Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,100
  • Echambers
    Echambers Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,335
    Got this from jetmech and love it. Can imagine using anything else.

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  • Sasquatch
    Sasquatch Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 228
    Ronson Jetlite......$3 from any Walmart. Works fine & cheap enough to lose every so often
  • dandin1
    dandin1 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 175
    I like to use matches, but I have a bugatti on the way, hope I like it.
  • KingoftheCove
    KingoftheCove Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 908
    I use $20 bills for my daily smokes..........PAMs
    and $100 bills for my rare HTF ISOMs........