I have a Kiribi Kabuto and a Kiribi Kenshi. I love them both. There have been anxious periods where it seemed failures were coming. The screw on the lid hinge came loose on the Kabuto and had it all at an angle until I could get an appropriate screwdriver. Once broken in however, they have both been solid. I favor the Kenshi, but that's because of it's more pocket friendly shape.
I also believe that after the initial investment, they are cost efficient. 10.1 fl oz of Colibri premium butane costs me $5.99 and last me several months, even being used with my cigar torches as well. One $4 container of Kiribi flints has lasted me over a year. For just my pipe lighters I'm probably spending $20 a year. I'd spend twice that, easily, on bics.
Also, as a younger guy, using an old-boy style lighter helps insulate me from hastily-made accusations of drug use.