Brunton Helios Nickel/Black Stormproof Lighter

by Brunton

Product Features

• Stormproof butane camping lighter that works even in inclement weather
• Windproof and waterproof housing withstands winds as high as 80 mph
• Piezo electric switch is reliable for up to 30,000 ignitions
• Refills with premium butane fuel; adjustable high-temperature flame
• Detachable wrist lanyard; 2.6 x 0.8 x 0.9 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

When weather is a factor, the Helios stormproof lighter is the answer. The lighter boasts a high-temperature internal flame that withstands winds as high as 80 mph, letting you light the campfire even when conditions seem bleak. Plus, when the lid is closed, the butane-fueled lighter is completely waterproof, so you needn't worry about the Helios becoming waterlogged during a rainstorm. Add in a Piezo electric switch that's reliable for at least 30,000 ignitions and you have an ideal lighter for any outdoor application. As a final bonus, Brunton made it easy to fill the Helios with high-performance Bruntane fuel using the company's FuelTool accessory.

The Helios, which measures 2.6 by 0.8 by 0.9 inches (W x H x D) and weighs a mere 1.7 ounces, comes with a detachable wrist lanyard and is backed by a one-year warranty.

What's in the Box?
Helios lighter, lanyard, user's manual

Product Description

A high-temperature internal flame withstands up to 80 mph winds. Waterproof when closed, and the piezo ignition reliable for at least 30,000 ignitions. The Heliosstormproof lighter is tough and rugged for the outdoor guy, or for the golfer on that windy day cant light the cigar. The see-thru fuel resevoir lets you know when you can add some butane. The unit only weighs 1.7 oz so take it anywhere. Its the handiest gadget you'll ever have.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FKJ4F2
• Item model number: F-HELIOS
• Average Customer Review: 2.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #147,670 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money, May 14, 2008

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Oblio13 (New Hampshire, USA) - See all my reviews

My Helios worked well for a few weeks, but then it quit when I really needed it, on a long backcountry trip. I sent it to Brunton for repair. It worked well again, but only for a few weeks. It was sent back a second time, then a third, then a fourth. Adding to the frustration, Brunton's technical support people are terrible about responding to emails requesting return authorization numbers.

When I bought my Helios, they had a lifetime warranty. Now I notice on Brunton's website that the warranty has been reduced to one year. It's easy to understand why: It's an unimpressive piece of gear backed by unimpressive service.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Stopped working, December 10, 2008

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My2sense "My2sense" (Chapel Hill, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brunton Helios Nickel/Black Stormproof Lighter (Sports)

Stopped working after a few weeks. Sent it back. Replacement stopped working again while I was 48-hours hike from the nearest road, under a few inches of rainfall, and actually needed it's functionality. Thankfully a crew member had a cheap BIC lighter than actually worked. Not only did my lighter fail but I was disappointed to have paid the amount that I did for this product when a "superior" product could be had from a convenience store. Now it just sits in my gear closet because I can't trust it to work when I need it. Note that the lighter itself was not soaked. The specific problem is that the coils do not heat. If you're thinking of taking this lighter to any sort of saturated environment, I would think twice.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Looks cool but..., October 15, 2009

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M. Bennett (Anytown, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brunton Helios Nickel/Black Stormproof Lighter (Sports)

It quit working after relatively light use. It's over a year old and I'm not in the mood for arguing with Brunton about it. I'll just stop buying their products. Like others, I could have purchased a lifetime supply of Bics for what I paid for this junk. It looked like a Windmill lighter in fancier clothes but don't think it is close to that modest level of quality. I may look at Blazer. They seem to have gotten better reviews.