I guess.

But I could never see the sense.

I use a refillable $4.99 torch lighter that my buddy gave me as a gag when he visited one of JR's shops down south. The thing has multi-colored flashing LEDs in the clear base that flash each time you light up. I've had it for TWO years now and use it daily. I DO refill with LAVA butane. That is the truth. Some butanes out there (like Ronson) are crap IMHO. The higher quality butanes make a difference.

Zippos are cool too but suck on a windy day. I use matches as well, preferably wooden since paper matches don't give you much time to light a cigar.

I use $5.00 cutters too. Double guilotine type and I have several laying around. One in the car, downstairs, upstairs, etc etc. If I lose one it's no big deal. They're cheap and they work.

In my opinion, stop wasting your money on pricey lighters and cutters. Spend the money on cigars or booze or what have you.