Choosing the Right Lighter

Choosing the Right Cigar Lighter

Cigar lighters are an essential accessory for any cigar smoker. They provide a quick and easy way to light your cigar, and they can also help to protect the flavor of your cigar. There are many different types of cigar lighters available, so it is important to choose one that is right for you.

Types of Cigar Lighters

There are two main types of cigar lighters: soft flame and torch flame. Soft flame lighters produce a small, gentle flame that is ideal for lighting small cigars. Torch flame lighters produce a larger, more powerful flame that is ideal for lighting larger cigars. Torch flame lighters are also more wind resistant than soft flame lighters, making them a good choice for outdoor smoking.  Recently, the emergence of electronically lit butane lighters has added a new twist.  These lighters simply require the light touch of a button to light them.  Traditional butane lighters include a mechanical mechanism to fire the lighter.  In addition to being fun to use, you may want to consider an electronically-fired lighter in situations where:

• Your hand is wet
• Your current lighter is difficult to fire for some reason
• It is painful to mechanically light the lighter

Features to Consider

When choosing a cigar lighter, there are a few features that you should consider:

• Fuel type: Cigar lighters use a variety of fuel types, including butane, propane, and fuel cells. Butane is the most common fuel type for cigar lighters, as it is reliable and produces a clean flame. Propane lighters are more powerful than butane lighters, but they can be more difficult to find. Fuel cell lighters are refillable and do not require any fuel, but they can be more expensive than other types of lighters.
• Flame size: The size of the flame is an important consideration, as it will affect how quickly you can light your cigar. Torch flame lighters produce a larger flame that will light your cigar more quickly, but they can also be more difficult to control. Soft flame lighters produce a smaller flame that is easier to control, but they will take longer to light your cigar.
• Wind resistance: If you plan on smoking your cigars outdoors, you will need a wind resistant lighter. Torch flame lighters are more wind resistant than soft flame lighters, so they are a good choice for outdoor smoking.
• Price: Cigar lighters can range in price from a few dollars to hundreds of dollars. The price of a lighter will depend on the features and quality of the lighter.

Choosing the Right Cigar Lighter for You

The best way to choose the right cigar lighter for you is to consider your needs and preferences. If you smoke small cigars, you may want to choose a soft flame lighter. If you smoke large cigars, you may want to choose a torch flame lighter. If you plan on smoking your cigars outdoors, you will need a wind resistant lighter. And if you are looking for a high-quality lighter, you may be willing to pay more for it.

No matter what your needs are, there is a cigar lighter out there that is perfect for you. With so many different types of lighters available, you are sure to find one that you love.