Good butane torch?

[Jarbs]

I've had 2 crap out on me. One was just a cheap butane lighter and the other seemed solid until the lil spark maker stopped working.
Sure, some people say you don't need one or can use a lighter, but I much prefer to use the torch.
So, where can I get a reliable one?

 

[UncleChuck]

The best two torches I've had are the Vector Nitro and the Pro-Torch II. Bigger than your normal pocket torch but much better. The Blazer Big shot is also a nice torch but that's getting a bit too ridiculous for rebuilding purposes.



Pro-Torch:

Solder-It PT-220 Professional Hand Held Bench Torch at SkyGeek.com

Good deal on the Vector Nitro:

Amazon.com: Vector Nitro Convertible Dual Lighter Black Matte/Chrome: Health & Personal Care

The Vector Nitro is also re-branded and sold as a creme brulee torch at bed bath and beyond cheaper than the vector version

The Pro-torch is cheaper, smaller, and way more solid in construction, but the vector is still a great torch, and if you get it at bed bath and beyond it's similar in price to the pro-torch.

 

[dwcraig1]

This is the one I use, Bernzomatic ST200, about $10 at Home Depot and many other places. The soldering tip attachment works well also.

 

[nelsonm64]

ive been using one from fasttech for months and its been great!

$9.90 Large Butane Iron-melting Handheld Torch at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

 

[laloin]

there are some decent cigar torches that can be had for under $30

 

[ancientgeek]

Here is what I have been using for the last six months:
Amazon.com: Blazer GB4001-02 Stingray Butane Torch, Blue: Industrial & Scientific

 

[scrappy]

I haven't needed a torch lately. The guys in the microcoil thread had a discussion about different ways to apply tension while wrapping and since then I've been torch free.

 

[VaPreis]

Get yourself a nice one....

http://www.amazon.com/Power-Probe-M...&qid=1396820698&sr=8-26&keywords=butane+torch

 

[hazozita]

Here is what I have been using for the last six months:
Amazon.com: Blazer GB4001-02 Stingray Butane Torch, Blue: Industrial & Scientific

Another very satisfied Stingray Blazer user here. Works great -- far better than the cheap-o one I first got (which died after only a few weeks of use).

 

[mitchg]

+1 to this. I haven't used a torch in months

 

[mitchg]

I haven't needed a torch lately. The guys in the microcoil thread had a discussion about different ways to apply tension while wrapping and since then I've been torch free.

+1 to this. Haven't used a torch in months