windproof lighter

Storm-safe fire starter

A windproof lighter is designed to stay lit in windy conditions.

Most use a pressurized fuel jet that produces a flame resistant to being blown out, unlike standard lighters.

Zippo-style lighters with their enclosed flame chambers also qualify.

Popular with campers, smokers, and anyone who needs reliable fire outdoors: I finally got a windproof lighter after years of struggling to light cigarettes at the bus stop.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G