Mike..yup..a mini torch that throws out a blue flame.what i like is that to refill it all you need to do is replace the Scripto or other square shaped lighter,Bic won't fit.it would be a lot better to just have a spare lighter along than a can of butane like the other tank lighter i have.the warm up time to get it working was not too long,a few minutes in a shirt pocket under my jacket.