In the Lighters, I have posts that are about certain types of lighters, 10 tens lists of lighters, buying guides for lighters, what to do with lighters, and as an example why they can’t be taken on airplanes.
Finding the most reliable torch lighters A flickering or faulty lighter can ruin a perfect cigar moment, leaving you frustrated and your smoke uneven. For cigar enthusiasts, a reliable torch lighter is essential for consistent, clean burns, whether you’re toasting a Robusto in a lounge or a Churchill on a windy golf course. Reliability means … Read more
Updated: February 28, 2026 | By Dan Milburn I’ve spent the last 18 years dismantling, repairing, and—more often than I’d like to admit—throwing away torch lighters. If there is one thing I’ve learned from clearing out hundreds of clogged burners, it’s this: Your “broken” lighter isn’t actually broken; it’s just constipated. That’s why I’ve created … Read more
Single Jet Torch Lighters: Our Top 5 Nothing ruins a perfect cigar moment like a lighter that sputters or fails to deliver a precise flame. For cigar enthusiasts, single jet torch lighters are the ultimate tool for lighting small ring gauge cigars (42-50) or performing quick touch-ups without overpowering the tobacco. Whether you’re smoking on … Read more
If you’ve done any looking around for a torch lighter, you probably know that some can be quite expensive and others can be quite cheap. You don’t want to waste cash on a lighter that’s going to break on you when you need it. To help out a little, we compiled a list of the … Read more
Updated: March 4, 2026 | By Dan Milburn There was a time I’d get so frustrated with a sputtering torch that I’d just toss it in a “junk drawer” or, worse, the trash. I figured if a $60 Xikar wouldn’t fire up, it was a lemon. I was wrong. After years of dismantling and repairing … Read more