I have also run through my share of lighters. I like Zippos but I hate lighter fluid. So I checked out the Thunderbird lighters by Vector KGM. These lighters are basically Zippos that come already fitted out with butane. They have a lifetime guarantee, come in a variety of designs and work flawlessly. I've been using mine for about three months now and love it. Best of all, they run just $15.00 a copy. The company makes some other stunning lighters as well in torch and turbo styles. For a quick look go to:

http://www.vectorkgm.com/catalog/tem...plate=main.cfm