We all know that smoking is politically incorrect. We know that it is harmful to your health. However, there are still many smokers. Some of them smoke cigarettes, and some smoke cigars or pipes. While some may have cut back on their smoking and will indulge rarely, you still see a lot of smokers. Many of them will use a lighter or receive a lighter as a special gift. Lighters are an elegant way to light up. They can be personalized and engraved for special occasions. They are popular as corporate gifts because they can have a company logo easily imprinted on them.



There are currently so many lighters to choose from. Lighters today are sleek looking and lightweight. There are lighters that use lighter fluid and there are lighters that use butane gas. New ignition systems are available that do not use a flint. A quartz crystal is the energy source that never needs replacement. Flint less lighters uses less butane extending the time between requiring refills. Beside the huge array of color available in lighters, there are many that offer impeccable styling and detail. With the advent of "no smoking" in many office and company buildings, you'll find smokers having their cigarettes outside in the clean, fresh air. Wind-resistant lighters are an important feature for this reason. Many of these lighters require no battery, wick or flint. They generate enough heat to light an object up to 1" away. These lighters are also available in twin, triple and "V" flames. Due to the nearly invisible flame produced, extra care should be taken with these lighters to prevent burns. There are also models available with a windproof flame that is visible. They are usually combination flame lighters. There are also lighters featuring seven individual jets with push-bar ignition. Lighters are also available with other additional features that come in handy. There is a wind-resistant model with a built-in 128 MB flash memory stick. Lighters are available that have rubber grip accents for an easy to hold non-slip grip. For those afraid to run out of fuel, there are full-view fuel tanks that indicate when you are running low on fuel. Lanyard attachment rings are now available on some lighters so you can wear them around your neck. There are also models with an integrated carabineer clip that will attach to a belt loop or backpack. Built-in bottle openers are also available on some lighter models. These lighters are ruggedly built and have enough attitude to look great in the city or on an outdoor adventure. Beam sensor lighters are "touchless" and ignite with the pass through of a finger through the beam. These require batteries. Of course, there are very feminine lighters also available. Some have genuine Austrian crystals and others are shaped like lipstick cases. Colors range from mother-of-pearl ivory to hot pink and purple. There's also a built-in lighter found within the sophisticated flat cigarette case that is favored by many women. These cases hold 11 or 12 cigarettes and are a reminder of elegance seen in the old-time movies.

Cigar smokers have many accessories that they consider a necessity. The humidor, which will keep cigars fresh, is, of course, one of these necessary cigar items. One of the important travel accessories for a cigar smoker is the travel humidor that will keep cigars fresh and uncrushed. However, the most important item for cigar smokers is their cigar lighter. There are versions that have retractable cutters as well as all metal built-in guillotine cutters, usually for up to 50 ring cigars. There are also versions with oversized folding guillotine cutters that have replaceable stainless still blades, and will cut up to a 55-ring cigar. Double-guillotine cutters are another feature in cigar lighters. Some models also have a 7mm punch. Cigar lighters are generally larger than cigarette lighters and they hold more fuel. Many of the models will have a leather carrying case. Additionally, there are dual action lighters that feature a 45-degree angle flame. These lighters can be easily used for pipes, cigars and cigarettes. A brand new item that is now available is an innovative designed cigarette and cigar lighter that features a flexible gooseneck extension that can be adapted as a pipe lighter.

Pipe lighters have a 45-degree angle flame. Most of these lighters are larger with a larger fuel capacity. Many of these pipe lighters have a handy built-in pipe tamper. Some models also have a reamer, and cleaner along with the tamper. Remember, in order to pack these or any other lighter in your discount luggage, you must use a special fireproof container designed to be use in luggage. Airline regulations that are presently in effect, do not allow you to carry matches or lighters on to the airplane or in your carryon.