Propane Torch

wkearney99

The upside to the Bernzomatic is the piezo trigger to light it.  Much easier/safer than the old spring & flint starters.  But I definitely understand the convenience of the weed/wand style.  The popping & smoke doesn't bother me enough to make the switch.  That and I hate using those starters.

logchief

tksmoke said:

+++ on the bernzomatic weed torch from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Bernzomatic-19425-Self-Igniting-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B00008ZA0F/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413465313&sr=8-1&keywords=bernzomatic+weed+torch

$38 with free 2 day shipping (thank you Prime).  There is a major safety advantage of this torch over others - the long barrel keeps your delicate parts out of harm's way.  Additionally, since it is attached to the cylinder, there is no juggling required.  I use MAPP for much hotter flame than propane, and a $10 cylinder lasts 3-4 months using 3-4 times/week.  Light up in under a minute!!!  I also have a Looftlighter, that is now buried at the bottom of my Q-storage box.  It hasn't seen the light of day since I started using the  MAPP torch. 

That's what I was looking for at OSH yesterday.  Just added it to my cart.  Thanks tksmoke.  +++ to Prime

bosco0633

I switched to a benzo ts4000, same as the one posted above the ts8000 but without the control valve.  For the 10 seconds that it takes to light I could care less about the flame control.  

I use to use fire starters but now the MAP torch is all that I need!

jaydub58

I have used a Benzo mapp torch with about a two foot hose on it for a year and a half now.

I like the hose to be able to aim he fire, keeping the tank our of the charcoal area.

Works great!

JWhirlwind

For many years I have used a big ass weed burner. Get's it going in a minute or so. 

thebbb

I used a self igniting propane torch for the first time the other day and had trouble getting the lump to light before the torch snuffed out from being upside down. I ended up using a starter cube, what did I do wrong...fresh lump.

JWhirlwind

I like my trash burner for one reason. It works and with the long handle, it keeps me from being too close to the popping lump. 

Lmidkiff

J_Que said:

Terrebandit said:

Get one of these.

+2 on the benzo