Zippo's butane-fueled utility lighter produces a dual flame like the Colibri and easily ignited stove burners, gas grills and charcoal soaked with lighter fluid. It also made quick work of chimney kindling, though its large, straight barrel obscured our view through the small holes in the base. But even at its highest setting, the Zippo's flame proved too small to efficiently fire MatchLight. One plus: Its bright built-in LED flashlight made it easy to see the burgers we were flipping in the dark.
Review: Zippo Outdoor Utility Lighter
Zippo’s butane-fueled utility lighter produces a dual flame like the Colibri and easily ignited stove burners, gas grills and charcoal soaked with lighter fluid. It also made quick work of chimney kindling, though its large, straight barrel obscured our view through the small holes in the base. But even at its highest setting, the Zippo’s […]
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WIRED
Robust build and durable metal/rubber components. Combo flashlight and grill lighter is the most useful multitask gadget since the Leatherman. Fuel indicator window reminds you to refill before hiking into the wilderness.
TIRED
Wimpy flame. Under-the-rubber safety trigger is hard to press and even harder to hold for the two minutes it takes to start MatchLight.