Zippo Flex Neck Utility Lighter

The torch has a very reliable flame that stands decently strong wind, the built quality and materials is what one would expect from Zippo. Straight forward refilling with gas. My only drawback, understanding it is a safety feature, is the dual button operation which can be cumbersome in occasions.

I start a lot of outdoor fires to burn off fallen branches in the country. This works. Every time. Outside in the wind. I really like that it's refillable and not a piece of crappy plastic. I was using a disposable up every weekend. Very glad to have something that will last at least a year with refillable fuel. I will warn you... I followed all the directions for the first fill use exactly. I used Zippo brand butane and was sure I completely filled the fuel reservoir (held the can upside down and pressed it against the fill valve for a good minute or more). I turned the flame to the lowest setting and waited overnight to try it (hard to wait). When I tried to fire it up (lol) it didn't light. Over and over I tried and nothing. I had to turn the flame up to full to get it to light the first time, which was against all the instructions. But that worked. I love it. It works in high wind. It's a great little lighter.

After going through many long disposable lighters for the grill and candles, I figured it was about time to purchase a refillable lighter. For the price, this lighter was a great choice! The flex neck stays in place when adjusted where other brands slowly move back into a different position. The safety switch is on the back and is in the proper position when lighting the lighter with your thumb. Some complain that the switch may be a little stiff to operate. I disagree. The switch moves just like any other lighter out there and doesn't require too much force. My wife can light the million candles in our house without an issue. The flame adjustment knob is firm and allows for the perfect range of flame height. With the strongest flame, I can easily light up the campfire. The lighter also has a nice loop on the end that allows you to hang it out of reach of the kids, but keep it easily accessible. This is a great product and while I was skeptical about the firm switch, I'm glad I purchased it to find out it's just right. Update: After some extended heavy use, the switch on the product has gotten stiffer. I'm surprised to see this happen, but it has become more difficult to operate. We've refilled many times and have gotten a lot of use out of this lighter, but it's starting to show its wear. I give this product 2 years before needing replacing. While I certainly feel I got my monies worth, I'm dropping a star for not being Zippo quality.

After about a week, it took more attempts for it to catch and after two weeks, it probably only lit one out of 10 or 20 times. Now, I'm not even getting that. I've run through a bunch of troubleshooting - tried to make sure it was clean (blew air, looked for visible debris), bled and refilled, tried all kinds of flame settings. Once in a while, I'll get one or two lights and then nothing for dozens and dozens of attempts (I just made one attempt for each word in this review thus far and got nothing). I can hear the sound of an escaping gas when I try and light it -- I'm assuming this is the butane. I can _see_ a spark when I click the thingly -- either that gas isn't flamable (I used Zippo butane), the spark isn't enough, the timing is bad, or the spark and the gas aren't in the correct proximity/mix. Anyway, Amazon won't take a return so I've got $22 of junk metal and plastic. I'm thinking I might put it in a place of shame to remind me that, while Zippo classic lighters may still be sweet, their newer tech ones appear to be garbage.

Zippo delivers another quality product. It's got some weight to it and feels well made although it is made in China. I've never really experienced any problems with Zippo except their rechargeable hand-warmer. The child safety feature is excellent and is even a challenge for adults. The flame isn't like your typical torch, it's somewhere in the middle of a basic lighter and a torch. Haven't experienced any troubles getting things lit. Definitely recommend, especially over the disposable alternatives.

Reason for Purchase: This matte black Zippo lighter features a sophisticated design and is refillable, making it a suitable choice for households that frequently light candles and bonfires. Growing weary of disposable lighters, I opted for a reputable brand known for providing quality and reusable lighting solutions. Pros: • Elegant Design: The matte black finish imparts a stylish and timeless appearance to the lighter. • Refillable Capability: The appeal of a refillable lighter lies in its potential for long-term use and waste reduction. • Cost-Effective: When functioning properly, this lighter performs efficiently. Cons: • Inconsistent Ignition: Often, igniting the lighter requires multiple attempts and adjustments, including flexing the tube or refilling with butane. • Potential Leakage: It is unclear whether the ignition issues stem from butane leakage or inherent difficulty in lighting. Fully opening the valve and refilling with fresh butane can enhance reliability but proves inconvenient and costly. • Operational Challenges: Tasks such as operating and refilling the lighter, which should be straightforward, can become frustrating and exhausting. Final Summary & Recommendation (3 Stars): The Zippo lighter offers visual appeal with its matte black finish and the advantage of being refillable. However, difficulties in achieving consistent ignition and frequent refills create uncertainties regarding its dependability. While some users may benefit from a well-functioning unit, others may find it disappointing. Exercise caution; you may acquire either a stylishly functional tool or a sleek yet unreliable product.

Awesome, well made, refillable

Dopo aver provato una miriade di accendifuoco ed esserne rimasto sempre sistematicamente deluso finalmente credo di aver trovato quello che volevo.Lo possiedo da qualche giorno e ogni volta lo prendo in mano e lo utilizzo mi compiaccio sempre più per l'acquisto che ho fatto. Qualcuno ha sollevato il problema della difficoltà di accensione a due tasti sincronizzati, ma vi assicuro che dopo non più di 5 o 6 accensioni consecutive l'azione diventa molto fluida e naturale, con indice sotto e pollice sopra che scorrono in senso opposto, proprio come quando si tasta un tessuto o si simboleggiano i quattrini.. Mia moglie, che non è particolarmente ferrata per le azioni manuali, come lo ha acceso al primo colpo senza lamentare alcuna difficoltà. La fiamma di questo accendino è molto particolare in quanto si presenta come la combinazione di due tecnologie, fiamma tradizionale più quella detta turbo, quest'ultima inoltre agisce anche su una resistenza che rimane incandescente per qualche istante dopo aver tolto la fiamma , sicchè azionando solo il tasto superiore è possibile riaccendere la fiamma senza far scoccare la scintilla.Questo serve nel caso in cui si debbano effettuare accensioni particolarmente scomode. Per quanto riguarda la carica e ricarica è però importante utilizzare bombolette di puro butano altrimenti a lungo andare si potranno ossidare le condotte del gas. Amazon naturalmente eccellente come sempre!

Ça change des allumes-feu en plastique. Très belle finition, un touché très qualitatif. Il est vrai un peu difficile a allumer d'une main mais la sécurité est une contrainte. Le bouton de sécurité ne nécessitant pas d'être maintenu quand la flamme est active il suffit de l'allumer a deux mains puis de manipuler avec une seule.

使い方が悪いのか、ガスの減りが早い感じで、火炎もあまり強くできません。 今どきは、チャッカマンにもノズルが曲がるものがあるので、チャッカマンのほうが安定的かもしれません。

仕事で使わせていただいてます 火つけるのが少し面倒なですが慣れれば気になりません ガスが入って着くまでが遅かったです