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Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter
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Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter

Item # 783683

$55.00

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Shockproof and stormproof, this refillable Windmill Delta lighter brings forth fire in even the direst of weather conditions.

  • Catalyzer coil provides a powerful flame that can withstand 70 - 80 mile per hour winds; lighter burns a clean, hot flame at 2,000°F
  • Reliable piezoelectric ignition system delivers over 30,000 ignitions
  • Adjustable gas flow allows usage at varying elevations
  • O-ring seals keep water out when the cap is closed; stainless-steel wire flips down to ensure cap stays closed
  • Refills easily with premium butane gas, sold separately; visually monitor fuel level with the Fuel Level Indicator
  • Not designed for use above 8,000 ft. in elevation
  • Please note: Unit ships without butane gas

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Item 783683

Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter Specs

Specification

Description

Weight2 ounces
Dimensions2.5 x 2 x 0.75 inches
MaterialElastomer

Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter Customer Reviews

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Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter
 
3.0

(based on 7 reviews)

43%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (4)
  • Functional (4)
  • Lightweight (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry camping (3)
    • Survival (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (6)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (4), Survivalist / minimalist (3)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Nov

    22

    2008

    (15 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Blow torch to go

    By Jonnie4000

    from Berea, Ohio

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy to Use
    • Functional
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry Camping
    • Campgrounds
    • Survival

    Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

    This is an insurance policy in your pocket. Open it, and you have a blow torch at your command. It's also shock proof: I've dropped mine numerous times and it just keeps shooting out flame like no one's business.

    There are 2 draw backs: 1. It's a bit bulky, and 2. The fuel reservoir isn't huge.

    In my opinion, this is the best lighter I found after a year of searching. It works at low temperatures when other lighters (the kind that get flicked) refuse to work... I will always carry one.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort Driven

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (15 of 15 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    14

    2009

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    WORTH THE DOUGH

    By rec-climber

    from Austin, TX

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy to Use
    • Functional
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Backcountry Camping
    • Campgrounds
    • Day Trips
    • River
    • Survival
    • Trips
    • Winter Camping

    Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

    If you're in the market for the last lighter you'll ever buy, then this is the lighter for you. For a lighter, it is a bit thick. Very short in height however.I work at a marina on the lake and when you're out in the open and are exposed to gale force winds, not too many lighters will cut it. One of the other things I noticed is that is doesnt operate so well when tilted sideways. I was using it to burn the end of a rope after cutting and noticed that the flame died out when tilted. If you dont plan on doing stupid stuff like that then its not really a problem. I havent tested the water resistence of the product yet but it looks like the o-ring around the cap could hold up under momentary submersion. Clear fuel resevoir lets you know how much fuel you got left. Resevoir is a bit small, but it doesnt take long to light a cig with this thing so you should get MANY uses off of a full tank.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort Driven

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    14

    2009

    (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Would not light

    By mt. hiker

    from Santa Fe NM

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

      Cons

      • Ineffective

      Best Uses

        Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

        I tried for at least 4 mins to light this lighter following the high altitude instructions and could not get any results. Good thing this was not a life or death situation where that was my only option. If it was I would be dead.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        5

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        gets the job done

        By MonkeyDew

        from Bozeman, MT

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy to Use
        • Functional
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backcountry Camping
          • River
          • Survival
          • Winter Camping

          Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

          Certainly a good insurance policy to have. Not really that bulky considering it's a life-saver. Can't say much for the fuel load and in those extreme situations, you're going to want to turn up the flame on this puppy, going through your fuel faster. On the other hand, it's a guaranteed light when you need it most. As long as you're keeping this on reserve and use alternative lighting means throughout the trip, it's a worthwhile safety investment, not your primary fire ignition.

          • Gift:
          • Yes
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jan

          15

          2010

           
          3.0

          Does NOT work well at Altitude

          By Hikin

          from Los Angeles, CA

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy to Use
          • Functional

          Cons

          • Can't Handle Altitude
          • Can't Handle Cold

          Best Uses

          • Lower Altitude Trips
          • Warm weather trips

          Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

          It's not a bad lighter per se, but I wouldn't trust it above 6,000' The spec says 8,000', but I've had it fail below that altitude. The fuel is butane. Butane turns to liquid at 31F. In other words, if it's below freezing, your butane won't turn to gas and hiss out of the lighter properly (unless you warm it somehow). So, for trips below 6,000' and with weather that will be above freezing, this lighter is fine, but don't take it to altitude or places where freezing temps are predicted.

          HJ

          • Gift:
          • Yes
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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          Nov

          9

          2009

           
          2.0

          Do not rely on this lighter.

          By Jabbakahut

          from Oregon

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

            Cons

            • Burns through fuel quick
            • Questionable construction

            Best Uses

            • Car lighter

            Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

            This lighter seems only slightly better than those $5 ones you would find at the mini-mart. The adjustment for the "flame" is useless. Turn it down a bit and it doesn't work, you can't really turn it up for any effective reason. All it will do is burn through fuel quicker. I've left it outside (about degree 40F) and you don't get really any flame, the heating coil appear to get hot, but it's very difficult to light things. When you combine the small fuel capacity with the extreme rate of consumption-you don't get much use out of it. The entire case and especially the flip top feels a bit fragile. I suspect it will break in the next year (due to use, not abuse). The best use I've found is when I'm driving my Jeep on the highway with the top down and I can still light stuff.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Comfort Driven

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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            Jul

            25

            2009

            (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Defective out of box.

            By Sublime Shane

            from Denver, CO

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

              Cons

              • Ineffective

              Best Uses

                Comments about Windmill Delta Stormproof Lighter:

                I bought this today, loaded it with fuel, and then attempted to ignite. It lets out fuel just fine but the igniter is simply not igniting, not even clicking or sparking for that matter. The button stays down after you push it and does not return. I had to manually grab the button and pull it up to stop the fuel from leaking so I guess it is kind of good that it did not ignite otherwise I would have burned my fingers. I must say I am rather disappointed after spending a small fortune for a lighter. The lighter appears to be in good condition so I can't imagine what the problem is. If you are using this as your main lighter, I would bring some matches or a Bic for back up.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

                (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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