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Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter

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Stop struggling with wet matches and cheap disposable lighters and experience the stormproof performance of the Windmill Classic lighter.

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
Flame Indicator Window located on the side of the combustion chamber glows when lighter is ignited
Not designed for use above 8,000 ft. in elevation; when using at elevation, adjust flame setting to lean and keep fuel tank full; store in temperatures above 35°F
Reliable piezoelectric ignition system delivers over 30,000 ignitions
O-ring seals keep water out when cap is closed
Refills easily with premium butane gas, sold separately; visually monitor fuel level with the Fuel Level Indicator located on the narrow side of the lighter
Please note: Windmill Classic Stormproof lighter ships without butane gas

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Item 783689

$9.00

with coupon code ANNV13
May 17-27 Details

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Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter Customer Reviews

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by PowerReviews

Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter

2.3

(based on 23 reviews)

30%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Compact (11)
Lightweight (11)
Easy to use (9)
Functional (6)

Cons

Doesn't work (10)
Pricey / poor value (6)

Best Uses

Backcountry camping (9)
Winter (7)
Camping (6)
Day trip (6)
River (4)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (10), Outdoor professional (5), Casual/ recreational (3)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Survivalist / minimalist (14), Comfort driven (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)

Reviewed by 23 customers

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May

2012

1.0

stops working at 7000 ft

By hammocks

from San Francisco, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Ineffective

Best Uses

Day Trips

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I've used this on a couple of backpacking trips, but it just stops working at 7000 feet. I felt pretty stupid trying in futile to get this [$] dud to light and my friend just lights the fire with his Bic.

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Feb

2012

4.0

Great tool

By Turik

from Denver, Colorado

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Compact
Easy to Use
Functional
Long Lasting

Cons

Capacity a bit low

Best Uses

Any weather use
Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds
Day Trips
Trips
Winter Camping

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I bought this lighter 4-5 years ago and used it in various conditions and places. If you want this lighter to last you, don't close it by clicking it but press the release button first and then close it. Also, clean it around the rubber rim, this way it will stay water resistant. Refill as needed, of course. Put the flame dial on medium fire or above, this way the flame is truly useful.
Anyways, this lighter has been working for years but not in constant use. But when it is with me, I use it frequently.

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Feb

2012

1.0

Unreliable

By EnduranceRunner

from Los Altos, CA

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Pros

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I purchased this lighter for use in some Alaskan winter races. I tested it to light my stove in ~ -20F temperatures (I kept the lighter warm in an inner pocket). Initially the lighter lit, but failed to light the fuel. After two more tries, the lighter would not light any longer, although the butane was still liquid. In comparison, a simple BIC lighter reliably lit my stove.
To my surprise, the lighter now does no longer work at room temperature (there seems to be an issue with the mechanism that controls the gas output?).
Also a friend of mine who bought the same lighter broke it after keeping it lit for a little too long.

This thing is dangerously fragile and should be avoided in any situation where you would rely on it. Buy stormproof/waterproof matches and a bic lighter instead, same weight, $40 cheaper.

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Nov

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Great until it isn't

By gottagetout

from Arlington, VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Compact
Easy to Use
Lightweight

Cons

Ineffective

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Day Trips
Winter Camping

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I bought one of theses a couple of years back. It was great out of the package and lasted about a whole season of hiking an canoeing trips. This lighter has two design flaws though. The catalyzer coil can fall our of the top of the lighter, making it harder to ignite. The hinge point for the lid is a bit on the thin side. I dropped it out of my pack (about 3 feet) onto dirt and the lid broke off. Great gadget, but a bit brittle.

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Oct

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

READ THIS

By Caveat Emptor

from Brooks Range, Alaska

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Cons

Ineffective

Best Uses

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I own a Windmill Lighter. Please be aware that these Lighters do NOT come with a LIFETIME Warranty as they are advertised, "Will be restored to first class mechanical condition free of charge". In fact, they do NOT have this warranty and when I suggested they quit advertising such, they said they don't have time to change their advertisements or contact their dealers.

I take excellent care of all my equipment, especially emergency kits, and this lighter has not been abused at all; however, it still quit working when I needed it in an emergency situation.

If you are buying this lighter to light your cigarettes, in other words, to have an expensive BIC, then go for it.

If you are buying this lighter thinking that it is going to be dependable and save your life and that the lifetime warranty is worth the extra money spent....don't bet on it.

Contact the Distributor, Revere Supply, to verify that I am telling the truth.

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Oct

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

FALSE ADVERTISING

By Caveat Emptor

from Brooks Range, Alaska

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Paperweight

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

WINDMILL LIGHTERS ARE ADVERTISED TO HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY TO BE "RESTORED TO FIRST CLASS MECHANICAL CONDITION FREE OF CHARGE".MY LIGHTER QUIT WORKING IN LESS THAN TWO YEARS. IT WAS IGNITED <40 TIMES. IT IS STILL IN LIKE NEW CONDITION WITH THE ORIGINAL BOX.THE MANUFACTURER INSISTED ON A REPAIR CHARGE OF $25 BECAUSE IT WAS OVER ONE YEAR OLD.TRUE, REI WILL REPLACE IT FOR FREE BUT YOU PAY [$] FOR A LIGHTER BECAUSE YOUR LIFE MAY DEPEND ON IT. WITH A WINDMILL LIGHTER--THAT BELIEF WILL KILL YOU.

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Sep

2011

1.0

dont buy it

By Joedogs

from NJ

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Cons

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Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

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Jul

2011

4.0

I like it

By Tom 98052

from Seattle, WA

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Pros

Compact
Easy to Use
Lightweight
Like a jet engine

Cons

Button gets hot
Cap gets in way
Expensive
Frequent Refills

Best Uses

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

My experience has been positve, and it always works fine. I especially like the clear version because you can so easily see how much fuel is in it. Sometimes the cap can get in the way if I'm lighting something awkward. The flame it produces is great with lots of power. The metal button gets too hot to hold down if the lighter has been lit a long time.

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Jun

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best, most reliable lighter

By mhoram

from Portland, OR

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Compact
Easy to Use
Functional
Lightweight
Reliable

Cons

Expensive
Latch breaks

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Cold temperatures
High altitude
Survival
Trips
Winter Camping

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

The Windmill lighter is a piece of kit that I never leave at home. It is part of my EDC (Every Day Carry). It has proven itself in all conditions, all temperatures and at all altitudes that I care to be in.[...] I have used their support four times in the last five years, the most recent last month. They remain consistently one of the best I have dealt with.

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Feb

2011

1.0

Not Good

By Jim Meyer

from Mill Valley

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Windmill Classic Stormproof Lighter:

I purchased this lighter to replace the one that broke. Should have tried a different brand. First one lasted a year, This one not even a week. I don't use them except once or twice a year. So maybe I should have drained the fuel..