Do You Really Know What to Look For in a Cigar Lighter?

For cigar aficionados, smoking a great cigar provides pleasure and a grand experience. But what about all of the accessories that contribute to the enjoyment. One of the necessities for cigar smoking is of course, a cigar lighter. Most of the time, it doesn’t even cross our mind. However, cigar lighters will add to the pleasure of smoking your favorite cigar.

When you hold the perfect flame up to your favorite cigar, it will become the perfect merger. It takes patience to learn how to light a cigar. Nothing will ruin a good cigar more than lighting it incorrectly. With one of the “Best” lighters, your patience will be rewarded.

When you find the perfect cigar lighter, it is almost as important as finding the right cigar.

Lighters are available online or in any cigar shop. There are however, several things that must be taken into consideration before you buy. Choices will depend on your lifestyle, how often you use the lighter, and how much you are willing to spend.

Things you should never do are, use a cigarette lighter and leave the matches alone. These will ruin a good cigar. As you know, cigars are made with a moist tobacco. Cigarettes are made with a dry tobacco, which means you will need to use a lighter made specifically for cigars. Lighters used for cigars have a broader flame and use a clean burning fuel. When you combine these 2 factors, it makes a better tasting cigar.

You will need to decide what features are important to you.

If you spend a lot of time outside and smoke your cigars outdoors, then you will need a windproof cigar lighter. Torch lighters are great for the outdoorsman. You can purchase this type of lighter with a waterproof case, lanyard, floating devices and even a compass. A torch lighter produces an intense blue/green flame that can be easily controlled.

You could choose a lighter which burns butane. A butane lighter uses a clean burning fuel that will not affect the taste of the cigar. These lighters produce a precise flame allowing for an evenly lit cigar. They are waterproof and not affected by the wind.

How much are you will to pay for the best lighter?

Another decision to be made is how much are you willing to spend. Good wind resistant lighters with refillable butane will vary in price. Average price will be $50-$100. Designer lighters may cost $100-$200 and even more if you wish.

If you would like to show your flair and personality, there are many collector’s lighters on the market. They also make a great conversation piece or gift for that cigar lover.

Many top brands are available and it will depend on your needs and personality. But some lighters used for cigar smokers seem to single themselves out as the most popular.

IM Corona double
Colibri 3003
ST Dupont Gatsby
Blazer Z Plus

This is only a partial list but they are great picks when searching for cigar lighters.