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mjtannen

Can't Leave
Jan 3, 2011
411
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Like many pipe smokers my primary lighter is a Zippo with a pipe insert. I always carry an inexpensive but dependable BIC backup though just in case the fluid runs short. Sort of like a cop on patrol who carries his duty weapon but also his back-up gun just in case. I have found though, that there is a definite purpose for the back up light and I do use it as my primary lighter on specific occasions so I thought I'd share my experience. A Zippo does not go out if dropped. A BIC does not stay lit if it is dropped, hence the purpose of each. While driving I never use the Zippo. I also never use the Zippo for a relight if reclining in my La-Z-Boy lounger. On more than one instance I've accidently fumbled with the Zippo and I've learned to use caution with it although it is a great piece of equipment and it is my primary source of heat. Have any of you men ever dropped your lit Zippo?

 

morlader

Can't Leave
Mar 2, 2011
483
1
Cornwall UK
My main lighter is a Colibri but I carry a cheapy disposable as spare for the same reason,if my main is out of gas.I buy the cheapies for a £1 a pack ( 6 ) in my local £1 shop.

 

jcsoldit

Lifer
Mar 27, 2010
1,138
245
Wisconsin
I purchased a Xikar pipe lighter about 6 months back and couldn't be happier with its performance. I use disposable lighters or matches as well.
I have a Xikar cigar lighter and a couple cutters and I can highly recommend their products based on my experience using them.

 

fhb2532

Lifer
Feb 22, 2010
2,079
0
I use a Zippo pipe lighter as my only source of heat. I don't drive and haven't dropped the zippo (yet).

 

rickpal14

Lifer
Jun 9, 2011
1,432
2
Just bought a Vector pipe insert for my Zippo...... Gonna light up a bowl of CAO Cherry Bomb in a few minutes..... always have a Bic disposable nearby too.......

 

htmn246

Starting to Get Obsessed
Nov 11, 2010
239
1
my main lighter is an Old Boy and backup is a pair of jetline lighters one in the truck and one at home.

 

ssjones

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Staff member
May 11, 2011
18,317
11,070
Maryland
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I own a couple of Zippo's, this one is my favorite. I had Zippo put in a cigar insert, but also recently bought a Vector butane insert. The Vector does a better job lighting the tobacco, but blows out easily. Most of my smoking is outside, so the fluid insert gets a lot of use. Good reminder on dropping lit Zippo! As Rogers Waters/Pink Floyd said, "you like the feel of steel"



 

cortezattic

Lifer
Nov 19, 2009
15,147
7,637
Chicago, IL
Martin, thanks for the heads-up. That really applies to me! I use a Zippo with a gas insert,

and it doesn't go out until the case is shut. I've noticed that as I age, both arthritis and

drying skin have me fumbling around more often because of the shiny smooth lighter case. At

home it's not a problem, but I'm definitely gonna get a BIC for the car. Thanks. :clap:

 

simpledesign

Might Stick Around
Mar 31, 2011
91
1
Xikar Pipeline, then a Zippo w/ pipe insert.....and a matchbook in the pouch.....just in case.

 

seanz

Part of the Furniture Now
May 8, 2011
650
1
Southland NZ
I am matches all the way getting pretty good at lighting up out doors with them . but am looking at getting a zippo for those windy times

 

jayh

Starting to Get Obsessed
Apr 26, 2010
196
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jankomatic

Starting to Get Obsessed
Sep 12, 2010
167
0
Tampa, FL
I have owned Zippo's for all my adult life, so I am not bashing them in general. I have my Grandfather's and my Uncle's he carried in vietnam, but the Zippo pipe lighter sucks IMO. I can't light the bottom of a bowl with it. The 14 dollar IMCOs that run on butane have a replaceable flint, an angled flame that you can make as long or short as you want. These work best for me.

 
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