munroe
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Post by munroe on Nov 10, 2020 18:10:57 GMT -5
Thinking of getting a new pipe lighter. Thought I'd turn to the patch for some suggestions. I've never been one to pay much mind to lighters, but as I'm getting more mature, pipe smoking is becoming more and more of a hobby and ritualistic. Wondering if there's any features or brands and so forth I may want to look for.
Thank you in advance.
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Post by pepesdad1 on Nov 10, 2020 18:19:11 GMT -5
I.M. Corona Pipe Master if you want to spend a few dollars or a bic if you want to go very much lower in price.
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Post by taiguy66 on Nov 10, 2020 18:19:54 GMT -5
Not sure if this will help but make sure it’s a soft flame (butane) and not a torch lighter you would use for cigars. When in doubt matches also works well.
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Post by bigwoolie on Nov 10, 2020 18:23:54 GMT -5
I actually use wooden matches when I can, but I also have a pipe insert in my zippo when I just want to "get 'er done"
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calabash
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Post by calabash on Nov 10, 2020 18:47:09 GMT -5
I have a nice Corona, but use a Zippo 90 percent of the time.
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Post by daveinlax on Nov 10, 2020 22:14:03 GMT -5
I.M. Corona Pipe Master if you want to spend a few dollars or a bic if you want to go very much lower in price. I'm a lighter collector and I agree that the Pipe Master is a really good pipe lighter the Ol' Boy would rate up there too. A Zippo works good if you're smoking outside.  |
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Post by Ronv69 on Nov 10, 2020 22:18:03 GMT -5
I.M. Corona Pipe Master if you want to spend a few dollars or a bic if you want to go very much lower in price. ^^^^THIS ^^^^^ |
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username
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Post by username on Nov 10, 2020 22:24:36 GMT -5
I like bics. If I lose em I’m not out much. And they come with many colors and designs.
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Post by trailboss on Nov 10, 2020 22:49:50 GMT -5
I get free bic lighters and free cans of butane to fill my fancier lighters.
I use bic mostly, but you cannot beat a zippo if there is any wind.
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username
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Post by username on Nov 10, 2020 22:52:29 GMT -5
Forgot to mention you can ship your zippo to them and they will install the pipe insert for you.
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Post by kxg on Nov 10, 2020 23:10:25 GMT -5
Zippo w/pipe insert, especially for windy days. For calmer smokes I use a IM Corona Old Boy knock off from Aliexpress. Less than $20 delivered. While it is certainly not IM Corona quality, it works quite well. I’ve been using mine for a year and a half with no issues. I use the IM Corona flints and Xikar Purofine Butane.
Search for Pipe lighter 2017 on Aliexpress.com
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Post by mrlunting on Nov 11, 2020 1:22:12 GMT -5
I am assuming you have already been using bic lighters. So I would suggest Im corona, zippo or colibri never had an issue with one myself.
Just make sure its a soft flame for your pipe and that it is filled with quality butane (multiple times refined). Good luck.
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ironclad
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Post by ironclad on Nov 11, 2020 9:55:21 GMT -5
You can get a Nimrod Commander fairly cheap on eBay. These lighters rock!
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Post by Legend Lover on Nov 11, 2020 10:12:56 GMT -5
One thing I've noticed about the pipe insert on the Zippo... It's difficult to get the pipe started with one. It's great for relights though.
If you're going bic, I'd suggest one that has the side nozzle rather than a standard lighter. Harder to burn your thumb that way.
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Post by sperrytops on Nov 11, 2020 13:34:50 GMT -5
I don't care for the odor of the Zippo fuel, but you can't beat it in a windy place. Otherwise I have both Dunhill's and Kiribi. My Dunhill's are my favorite. Very pricey new, but you can always get a good deal on an estate. Alway work well. Kiribi's are hit and miss. Never heard a bad word about Old Boys. Don't use Bics as they usually burn my fingertips and get hot. But for flying on an airplane (which I don't do anymore) they are the only thing that gets through security. And there is always matches. I use those a lot as well.
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Post by bonanzadriver on Nov 12, 2020 18:54:39 GMT -5
I have several....
Diamond matches ... ($1.00 for 300 @ Dollar Tree)
Xikar... Nice slim lighter I picked up @ the local B&M
Old Boy... Bought new off of Amazon
Bic... Bought @ local Exon convenience store
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Beardedpipesmoker
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Nov 17, 2020 1:44:42 GMT -5
I've had my Xikar for over two years now and I love it. It's a wonderful lighter, looks cool, and always reliable.
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