new lighter?

[HTML5 Gordon]

I've been very happy with my Prometheus lighters - both the Ultimo X and the Magma T (table lighter). The punch cutter on the bottom works great as well.

[CigarEnthusiast]

Do yourself a favor and go with Dupont Maxijet. They're the most consistent torches out there based upon consumer reviews and my own experience. Or go with a Xikar since you will eventually use the warranty. Torches aren't made to last. Those are the two most practical options.

Lotus is crap. Plus the customer service is almost non-existent. I would highly recommend not purchasing one unless you want a mantel piece.

[Ropey]

Do yourself a favor and go with Dupont Maxijet.

Only $160

[CigarEnthusiast]

Only $160

Try again
http://www.atlanticcigar.com/Lighter...atte-Black.asp
If you are patient you can find them for cheaper even.
Moreover I bought mine secondhand for very very good price.

[anthony d]

Do yourself a favor and go with Dupont Maxijet. They're the most consistent torches out there based upon consumer reviews and my own experience. Or go with a Xikar since you will eventually use the warranty. Torches aren't made to last. Those are the two most practical options.

Lotus is crap. Plus the customer service is almost non-existent. I would highly recommend not purchasing one unless you want a mantel piece.

Interesting, because I haven't had a single issue with my Lotus. But yes, I agree on the XiKar comment. Have had two of them, neither has lasted very long before I needed the warranty.

[anthony d]

Try again
http://www.atlanticcigar.com/Lighter...atte-Black.asp
If you are patient you can find them for cheaper even.
Moreover I bought mine secondhand for very very good price.

Still over my budget... But thanks.

[cheaphumidors]

Am I right to assume that high altitude lighters are better constructed to withstand higher vapor pressures inside the lighters at high altitudes?

My follow up question would be: could those lighters hold isobutane at sea level without the potential of rupture due to their better interior construction?

Yes to the first question and I have no clue to the second question. I can ask one of my lighter reps on Monday

[Ropey]

Yes to the first question and I have no clue to the second question. I can ask one of my lighter reps on Monday

I appreciate it. Also, if one uses an adapter to introduce an isobutane/propane mix, what's the greatest percentage of propane that could be in the mix to avoid explosion if left in a hot car at moderate altitude, say 120 F at 875 mbar.

[cheaphumidors]

Am I right to assume that high altitude lighters are better constructed to withstand higher vapor pressures inside the lighters at high altitudes?

My follow up question would be: could those lighters hold isobutane at sea level without the potential of rupture due to their better interior construction?

Sorry for the huge delay, but it took emails to 4 different reps to find an answer to this question. According to my rep at Colibri:

" Isobutane it is very unstable at any altitude and should never be used in a butane lighter"

[tjhemp]

Looking for something different... I personally have owned one of these (Black Label Presidente) for the last two years as my primary lighter. Lit well over 400 cigars with it with no issues. I love the flat flame. Benefits of a torch but gentle on the cigar like a soft flame.

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Label-Pr...E111N104A0X0S3