Originally Posted By: SwampDonkey

Comparing simple butane lighters:
Last week I finished reading Cody Lundin's 98.6* in which he preferred the cheap "Cricket" type butane lighter over the Bic. I have tried these types in the past and appreciated the adjustable flame height option, but found the Bic much more durable. What is the opinion on the forum?

I am still looking for the perfect compact, waterproof emergency fire-lighter that CANOEDOGS started out searching for in his original post (e.g. pull the pin, instant 5 minute fire-lighting source).

Mike


While I agree with almost everything in Cody's book I do not agree on the cheapo lighters. I have seen the sparking wheel fail with 1/2 the fue left.

If you are looking for "pull the pin, instant 5 minute fire-lighting source" try a road flare.
Bill