Ok, I double checked the TSA site and these are the rules dated as of 12-1-2005

Lighters *; CARRY ON-No *, CHECKED-No *
Strike-anywhere Matches **; CARRY ON-No **, CHECKED-No **

*All lighters are prohibited as carry-on items. Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the DOT exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case. If you are uncertain as to whether your lighter is prohibited, please refrain from bringing it to the airport.

** Up to 4 books of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items, but all matches are prohibited in checked baggage


What is funny is you can carry on 4 books of safety matches but not check them. Hopes this helps clear things up.
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