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This metal body culinary torch turns the ordinary home chef into a professional. It is ideal for crème brulee, caramelizing sugar, meringues, melting cheese, crisping meats, skinning tomatoes, peppers and charring vegetables. The butane gas powered torch features a fuel level indicator window, an extra-long nozzle with anti-flare flame, adjustable temperature control, safety lock and removable stand. Also included is a full color culinary recipe pamphlet featuring recipes courtesy of "kitchen on fire". Fuel not included.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
94 of 95 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better than the one that comes with the creme brûlée set, well made
December 26, 2010
I originally got the lesser quality torch by Bonjour when I got the set that comes with the creme brûlée dishes as a gift. While I liked it, someone who didn't realize I already had a torch got me this for Christmas. Now able to compare after making creme brulees for Christmas with this one, I will be giving me other away. This doe indeed feel and act more "professional".
It's not only better made with heavier metal, you can see when you are getting low on fuel, the torch head is longer so it's safer and produces a better flame, it holds more fuel so you don't have to stop and refill...
...and it came with a superb little cookbook with full color pictures that broadened my use of the tool beyond s'mores and creme brulees. I had never thought of using it for French onion soup before to melt the cheese perfectly over the soup rim, I"d never thought of using it to make a sea scallop gratin that knocks your socks off, brown a meringue in seconds and, more perfectly, tiny individual meringue pies for a very elegant party dessert, roasting peppers and turning jalapeños to chipotles.... It broadened my torch use and torch thinking.
Also it stands on it's own so if you, for example, want to roast a marshmallow and need to set it down and deal with a dripping marshmallow, the hot head is safe and never touches hour counter.
No negatives on this one. It's designed well and I've already used it each weekend in the 3 weeks since it was sent to me... And for 12 creme brulees on Christmas!
Ps I buy my fuel at Wal-Mart or hardware stores
It's not only better made with heavier metal, you can see when you are getting low on fuel, the torch head is longer so it's safer and produces a better flame, it holds more fuel so you don't have to stop and refill...
...and it came with a superb little cookbook with full color pictures that broadened my use of the tool beyond s'mores and creme brulees. I had never thought of using it for French onion soup before to melt the cheese perfectly over the soup rim, I"d never thought of using it to make a sea scallop gratin that knocks your socks off, brown a meringue in seconds and, more perfectly, tiny individual meringue pies for a very elegant party dessert, roasting peppers and turning jalapeños to chipotles.... It broadened my torch use and torch thinking.
Also it stands on it's own so if you, for example, want to roast a marshmallow and need to set it down and deal with a dripping marshmallow, the hot head is safe and never touches hour counter.
No negatives on this one. It's designed well and I've already used it each weekend in the 3 weeks since it was sent to me... And for 12 creme brulees on Christmas!
Ps I buy my fuel at Wal-Mart or hardware stores
56 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By Barbie D
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was concerned about safety (as with any butane products) and making sure it shuts off completely with no chance of accidently igniting. This product has several safety releases you have to maneuver before it will blow a flame, which I think is great! I'm comfortable storing it when not using it, and the flame it throws is absolutely perfect.
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
By K. Keller
Amazon Verified Purchase
The torch has a nice flame and is easy to operate. It has a continuous "on" switch so you don't have to hold the thumb button down all the time. This is a nice feature for anyone with weaker hands.
This was a Christmas present for my wife. She already used it to make creme brulee and they turned out perfectly.
This was a Christmas present for my wife. She already used it to make creme brulee and they turned out perfectly.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice torch for the money
I bought this for cooking, after my previous torch bit the dust.
The torch has worked perfectly. Read more
The torch has worked perfectly. Read more
Published 8 days ago by ElBee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bonjour
This kitchen torch is a great little tool. Making creme brulee is so easy and much more fun with the torch. It handles well and is very easy to use. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jeanne Bartlett
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quality
Quality product good price, definitely worth the purchase, I have not yet been disappointed at all, so I recommend it.
Published 1 month ago by QB
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Nice
Bought for my daughter-in-law for Christmas. She has thoroughly enjoyed it. Has made some wonderful creme brulee with it. Would recommend it.
Published 1 month ago by Betty Sloan
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite item in the kitchen
I've had this torch for a year and a half with the Zippo Premium Butane Fuel and it works wonders not big but fits perfect i your hand.
Published 2 months ago by Mcnasty
5.0 out of 5 stars
Grab this Torch!!
If you are looking for a butane torch to make that glass or titanium nail glow red, this is your tool. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kevin Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
Many uses
While I'd hoped this would encourage me to make my favorite dessert, creme brûlée, more often it turns out I've used it more for roasting peppers and finishing maranges. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gregypooh
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not much to brag about
Small, but doesn't have enough power. Overall, it's not a bad product, but if you're looking for that "boom", then look the other way.
Published 3 months ago by Corey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boss of a Brulee
I love this thing! Works as advertised and gets the job done in record time!
Just goes to prove how much easier it is to do the job right when you have the right tools to do... Read more
Just goes to prove how much easier it is to do the job right when you have the right tools to do... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Doug
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works very well
Recommend this item for use as a kitchen torch. Refills are easily implemented ... purchase Benzomatic butane can from Aces hardware (or similar store) with Universal fueling tip.
Published 3 months ago by Jonathan Jacoby
