New, Cheap "ST Dupont"

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Jul 22, 2018

• #1

Ran across this as I was looking for a Dunhill lighter. Knockoffs of SI DuPont? Like calling a watch a "Rollex" made in China, hard to sue for infringement?
Anyone have one? For under $30 —a waste of time— or a deal?

Made in China New S.T. Lighter

No packing boxes
Size: 3.7cm * 6.1cm * 1.0cm

Brand new never been worn.

100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Classic Dupοnt "Ping" Sound.

Perfect engrave, perfect weight feeling.

Durable,Really the lowest price with best quality.

Actual lighter is more beautiful than photo.

This Lighter Has Been Completely Checked & Serviced By Professional , It's Perfect Working And No Gas Leaking .

Click to expand...

LINK to buy it now offering.

 

whiteburleydude

Starting to Get Obsessed

Dec 4, 2017

144

13

• Jul 22, 2018

• #2

For $30 it might be worth a shot. Have you looked at IM Corona lighters. I think they start around $100 but its much better than $400-$800 for a Dunhill. Japan makes great lighters.

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Jul 22, 2018

• #3

Yes, I love my Corona Old Boy, and it was more than a sawbuck. Also just bought a used Dunhill for under that, and am awaiting its delivery. Then I'll start chasing Harris' collection..... Not. His lighter stable is impressive. Also have two Kiribi Kabutos which I like a lot.
I think I have LAD.

 

sablebrush52

The Bard Of Barlings

Jun 15, 2013

21,380

52,126

Southern Oregon

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• Jul 22, 2018

• #4

I suspect that it's just another cheap fake.

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Jul 22, 2018

• #5

Me, too, but is it a good, cheap fake? Semi-serious with that question.

 

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sablebrush52

The Bard Of Barlings

Jun 15, 2013

21,380

52,126

Southern Oregon

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• Jul 22, 2018

• #6

There's only one way to find out. Buy one. If the flint assembly doesn't fly off and the lighter doesn't explode like a Samsung Galaxy 7, killing you instantly, report back.

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Jul 22, 2018

• #7

There are other ways! Such as hearing other sucker's brave soul's experiences or reading reviews. But I think I have my answer for now, and it's a pass.

 

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woodsroad

Lifer

Oct 10, 2013

13,100

22,612

SE PA USA

• Jul 23, 2018

• #8

I own several older Dunhill lighters. A few Rollogas's, a couple of Unique's, and they all have gas regulation that is inferior to the IM Corona. The Dunhill's are beautiful, have excellent fit and finish, but in reality, my IM Corona Old Boy is a better lighter.
But I'll keep collecting the Dunhills!

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Jul 23, 2018

• #9

Dan-
Have we seen photos of your collection? Well, I don't think I have, but memory bank is full of not useful info....

 

woodsroad

Lifer

Oct 10, 2013

13,100

22,612

SE PA USA

• Jul 23, 2018

• #10

No, I need to do that. One of my Rollogas's has been at large, though. I'll make some pix as soon as it shows up.

 

coyja

Can't Leave

Feb 10, 2018

409

401

Spinning ball of dirt

• Dec 22, 2018

• #11

I just got one of these the other day. Filled it up, and it lights up fine. Its heavy, too, thats for sure.

The "ping" sounds like Glamdring from the old Rankin LOTR movies.

I've got my Corona Double in the shop so we'll see how they perform against each other over time, but so far I'm impressed.

 

d4k23

Can't Leave

Mar 6, 2018

425

672

Texas

• Dec 22, 2018

• #12

I got one a couple days ago as well. I did have a weird hiccup today as I was striking the wheel, but I think I bumped it wrong. Seemed to move out of place, but corrected after a few backward spins. Pros, nice weight and good soft flame, price. Cons, not wind worthy. But that’s okay, as I smoke a lot in the garage. So far day 4 and numerous lights it works.

 

coyja

Can't Leave

Feb 10, 2018

409

401

Spinning ball of dirt

• Dec 22, 2018

• #13

I was just outside with it and I'd agree that its not exactly wind worthy.

Probably will end up passing it off to a buddy, but I am impressed w the build quality.

(I still prefer my Pipemaster... not much will beat the PM, its probably the best lighter/pipe investment I've made)

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Dec 22, 2018

• #14

To answer my own question of five months ago: They are fine. So fine I bought four of them, two in service at the moment, two unwrapped.
Dan- Didja get the Rollegas rolling?

 

woodsroad

Lifer

Oct 10, 2013

13,100

22,612

SE PA USA

• Dec 23, 2018

• #15

John, it’s gone AWOL. Worked fine!

 

mikethompson

Lifer

Jun 26, 2016

11,967

26,187

Near Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Dec 23, 2018

• #16

I'm on a tester totter when it comes to lighters. One day I'm looking at getting a Thunderbird or whatever carolinachurchwarden has butane insert for my Zippo, then other days I'm on aliexpress poking around there.

 

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ken56

Might Stick Around

Sep 30, 2018

86

0

• Dec 23, 2018

• #17

I just received my two this week. Well so far I think they are a hard deal to beat for the cost. I have never owned a Paris Dupont lighter (could not justify the cost) but these seem to be a very solid build. They fill and work just fine. Are they better than my cheap butane's and Zippo - I would say not - but they are prettier!

 

dochudson

Lifer

May 11, 2012

1,635

12

• Dec 23, 2018

• #18

I have been using one of these daily for about 4 months. The fit and finish are as good or better than the real thing (we compared at a local shop). Lights everytime. I've ordered a black lacquered one.

 

mechanic

Starting to Get Obsessed

Dec 1, 2018

242

2

• Dec 23, 2018

• #19

Just saw they got a 300k dollar hot air balloon one for sale wow

 

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Lifer

May 12, 2015

26,264

30,363

Carmel Valley, CA

• Dec 23, 2018

• #20

That they isn't the same they, I am pretty sure! The DuPont "tribute" lighters are made by a Chinese outfit or two, and the antique hot air balloon was made-purportedly- by the real STDuPont firm.