Awesome Lighters

Never worry about burning your fingertips again with this long-reach candle lighter. It uses a clean-burning electric arc to reach candle wicks, fireplace tinder, and charcoal inside your grill, keeping a comfortable distance between your hand and the flame. It offers up to 130 lights per charge via its USB port.

One of the great things about metal is just how recyclable it can be. In this video from Random Hands, he shows how he transformed a rusty old bolt into a shiny new lighter with a steampunk aesthetic. While the reused steel was only used for its main chamber, the additional brass pieces really give it a finished look.

MecArmy’s X7S is a kit that comes with a 130 lumen flashlight and a refillable lighter. The great thing about the kit is that you can connect the two tools and carry them as one, or you can use them separately, thanks to the included connecting capsule, which doubles as a storage cache.

This sleek, pen-style lighter has a torch-style flame that resists wind, so it’s great for starting campfires and charcoal grills. It’s made from zinc alloy, and has an adjustable flame height control. Refills easily with butane.

If you’ve ever tried to light a match or a cigarette lighter in the wind, you know how difficult it can be. The Plazmatic VEO lighter creates a high intensity electric arc using a USB rechargeable battery, ensuring you never flame out. Offers 50 to 100 lights per charge.

The Akomplice Trench Lighter is based on the design of its World War I namesake. Its eye-catching and unique case is made from durable brass or brass and steel. It’s about 3″ tall and 1″ wide, and it runs on regular lighter fluid.

DualFuel is a flameless and windproof lighter that doubles as an emergency power bank. It has a built-in 1200mAh battery and USB-A and USB-C charging ports that can be used simultaneously. It charges via microUSB. Available in black or gold.

The Knnox lighter is more than a tool – though it’s good at its job too. The elegantly designed lighter is sure to be a conversation piece, thanks to the way its fire comes up from its side. Each lighter is made from a solid block of brass and comes with a lifetime warranty.

The Sparkr Mini Lighter doubles as a flashlight. It’s USB-rechargeable, and its plasma beams don’t rely on flame or butane so it will work in any weather. Grab it for 33% off the normal price in The Awesomer Shop.

Not only does this lighter feature a flameless, windproof electronic lighting element, it comes wrapped up in a rugged survival-friendly case with a sturdy protective lid for keeping the elements out, and a carrying cord that’s perfect for attaching to a carabiner.

Power Practical’s handy two-in-one tool combines a flashlight and an electric plasma lighter, which sparks cleanly and starts fires even in the wind or rain. The bright 400 lumen LED light offers three intensity levels and includes a diffuser.

With this cool plasma arc lighter, you’ll never have your flame blow out in the wind, and never refill butane again. It’s USB-rechargeable, and has a built in glass breaker and carbon steel knife with a partial serrated edge. Save 48% in The Awesomer Shop.

Say goodbye to traditional lighters which blow out easily in the wind, and require butane fuel. These plasma torch lighters use a powerful electrical arc to light cigarettes, candles, and fires in a snap. A single charge gives you up to 300 uses, and they’re TSA-friendly too.

Whether you need to light a campfire, start up your fireplace, or simply light a cigarette, the fine folks at Everyday Carry have got you covered with their top picks for pocket-sized incendiary devices. That matte orange Zippo has our name on it.

Check out this extensive collection of classic Zippo lighters, each embellished with a cool skull design. Whether you’re into a bold graphical look, or an weighty engraved style, there’s something for everyone who loves their skulls and flames.

Light up without flint or lighter fluid with this high-tech rechargeable lighter. It uses an electrically-generated plasma charge to ignite up to 300 times per charge, and is windproof, splashproof, and TSA-compliant. Save 84% in The Awesomer Shop.

G.I Customs posted this cool time-lapse video that shows off the painstaking process of hand-machining a custom bronze and brass steampunk-style lighter. We would have liked to see how he created the skull design though.

This awesome high-polish brass Zippo is laser-engraved with artwork by Vincent Avila featuring a firefighter aiming his hose at the lit flame, along with the phrase “Fight What You Fear” on its flip top.

Artist Danny Stowe’s beautiful and unique brass Zippo windproof lighters are wrapped in handstitched, permanent leather covers which give them a rugged western look. Choose from raw, distressed, burnt distressed, or woodgrain finishes.

Why carry both a lighter and a pocket knife, when you can have a single tool that performs both duties. The matte black LighterBro Stealth slips over your disposable lighter, and adds a small knife, scissors, and an eyeglass screwdriver. Save 25% in The Awesomer Shop.

Designed to snap onto a standard Bic or Clipper lighter, the LighterBro adds several handy tools, including a knife, tiny Philips driver/poker, a flat head driver, a bottle opener, and scissors. The Pro model adds sockets, 1/4″ driver holder, rulers, and more.

Doing the opposite of its name, The HATE Project combines small charitable donations to make a real difference. These limited edition lighters are embellished with the project’s “HATE” and pig logos. Proceeds go to The Make A Wish Foundation of Central California.

This compact lighter generates heat without gas or flame, and it’s completely windproof. Just juice it up via USB, and it’ll light up to 50 times per charge. Available in black or silver. Save 40% off the MSRP in The Awesomer Shop.