wakeylad Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Hi:I bought a Bernzomatic lighter with the flexible hose. I've had it a couple of weeks and it's already on the Fritz. I know from my camping experience that these kind of trigger-lighters don't usually last too long. Damn, and this one had a built in bottle opener.I switched to using a Bernzomatic blowtorch to light tealights (a lot of tealights) outside during the summer at the campsite. You can turn the flame down low and it's just like a regular lighter and the gas lasts forever and only costs $5 or so for a new tank. Great for outdoor use. Since this particular model stays on until you turn it off, I don't relish the thought of accidentally dropping it or knocking it over indoors. However, they do have a torch on their website that connects to a 1lb tank via a hose. It looks just like a regular lighter except for the hose part. Since the campsite blowtorch has paid for itself 10x over, I may have to take a look at this other model the next time I'm at the hardware store. If I do buy one, I'll post some reviews.So, I don't want to turn this thread into a discussion about safety issues regarding the use of a particular lighting method, but just wondered what other people are using to light their candles. Personally, I'm looking for something long-lasting, preferably refillable and reliable.If anyone has any recommendations, I would love to hear them.Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HorseScentS Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I use either a disposable Bic lighter or Kitchen Matches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakeylad Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 When I use matches, I milk that match all it's got and end up burning my fingers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam W Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I use either a disposable Bic lighter or Kitchen Matches.ditto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Wooden kitchen matches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgoff Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I use an aimflame, I bought one of those flexy hose lighters too...and the ignighter died after the second fill up. -Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I use a trigger one with the long neck - made for fireplaces I think - they're only a buck each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeanie353 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I use a trigger one with the long neck - made for fireplaces I think - they're only a buck eachSame here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmc Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 here too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chefmom Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I have matches here and upstairs I use a grill lighter. The kind that is long and skinny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puma52 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Bic lighter trigger long length -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babyv Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Woodstick matches. lol about the finger burning. I do the same thing all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChandlerWicks Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Me too! Dollar Tree.I use a trigger one with the long neck - made for fireplaces I think - they're only a buck each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
periwinkle Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 wooden matches or my aim 'n flame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simply fragrant Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I use a trigger one with the long neck - made for fireplaces I think - they're only a buck eachSame here, they last a long time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 Dido.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsie Posted March 18, 2012 Share Posted March 18, 2012 I use a trigger one with the long neck - made for fireplaces I think - they're only a buck eachI use something very similar. Long neck with a trigger, has a safety lock on it and is refillable. It also has an adjustable flame. Here in Australia they cost about $5 at Bunnings and I have not needed to use anything else. They are especially useful for lighting wooden wicks deep in the container. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Whatever comes in handy. However, I always have a box of book matches for emergencys so I use matches most often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricofAZ Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 You know those long campfire lighters? I found one with a bendable tube at a dollar store that takes refill butane. WOW, that's great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakeylad Posted March 22, 2012 Author Share Posted March 22, 2012 Eric:I think that's the one I have (or something very similary). It actually came with a refill. It worked good for a couple of weeks then started acting up. It's probably that just this one is a dud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flicker Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Whatever I can find. A lighter, matches, heck the toothpick I lit off the gas range has worked in the past. Not too picky as long as it's fire! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flicker Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 I love it when my smoker friends leave me lighters btw. free candle lighters! HAAA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenn624 Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 a regular 'ol bic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HorseScentS Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 An ingenious tip from "Real Simple"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetsCandles Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 Wooden Skewers work well for the super long "can't reach" type. (I'm thinking of my 7 day candles here, long and skinny glass tube). We use the wooden skewers all the time in working with candles anyway, so usually have some sitting around. And I can get them for about a penny a piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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