Dupont X Tend

[RJT]

Dupot X Tend [SIZE="6"][/SIZE]


I have had a few of these for awhile and decided I would write a review about them. I have the standard size.

These lighters are made by the famous maker S.T. Dupont. Dupont is known for their high quality and high prices. I have always been a cigar accessory nut. I have owned many different kinds of lighters. I must say this is one of my favorite.

The lighter features a jet style flame. It is 2 ½” long and 1 ½” wide. It has a flame adjuster on the bottom that can be adjusted with your finger nail or small screw driver. I have no problems using my nail. Also on the bottom there is a fuel window. They accept standard butane that can be bought at any cigar shop.

The body of the lighter is made of what I believe to be aluminum. To light the lighter you squeeze a long bar that runs along the side of the lighter. Were the flame comes out there is a protective cover that opens and closes as you light the lighter. It keeps dust, dirt, and lint, out of the lighter.

It also has a built in safety that locks the lighter when it is upside down in your pocket. If you shake the lighter you can hear the safety moving around. I believe it is like a small ball bearing that falls into place to block it from lighting.

These lighters come in a rainbow of colors as well as special edition ones. Ranging from an Opus X to 007 versions. They also offer a mini version of this lighter. Prices range from around $100 to $160.00 depending on which version and from who you get it from. You can find these on the used market (Ebay) for some great prices.

They might be a little pricy but I think they are well worth the money. I have known people to have these for many years with no problems. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate this 8. It only falls short in one area. I wished it felt a little “more expensive” Not that it feels cheap, I wished it had a little more heft to it. If I lost the ones I have I would not hesitate buying another one a full retail.

Just my (what ever thats worth) RJT

[Dr. Stogie Fresh]

Nice review RJT. The ST Dupont Xtend is also one of my favorite lighters. Pinpoint flame with laser precision.

Doc

[Cigar Jockey]

Had mine for 7 years, great lighter.

[RJT]

I just noticed I put this post in the wrong section. Could someone move it for me. Sorry guys. RJT

[PuffDaddy]

Originally Posted by Cigar Jockey

Had mine for 7 years, great lighter.

Wow, I didn't know that they had been around that long. I need another lighter like I need a gunshot wound, but I have heard so many good things about them that I may have to break down and get one.

BTW...What kind of fuel do you use? I have seen the Xtend fuel in by B&M but didn't know if it was necessary.

[RJT]

Originally Posted by PuffDaddy

Wow, I didn't know that they had been around that long. I need another lighter like I need a gunshot wound, but I have heard so many good things about them that I may have to break down and get one.

BTW...What kind of fuel do you use? I have seen the Xtend fuel in by B&M but didn't know if it was necessary.

The lighter is well worth the money imo. It outlast all the others. I use just regular fuel. RJT

[teeznutz]

Just purchased mine about a month ago. Working like a charm.

Highly recommended!!

[caudio51]

Nice review! I just got mine. Does anyone make a simple leather case?