Bernzomatic 19425 JT850 Self-Igniting 20,000 BTU Outdoor Torch

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The BernzOmatic JT850 trigger-started outdoor torch with 14.1-ounce propane cylinder is specifically designed to produce a high-output flame for a wide variety of outdoor uses. You can use this torch to burn off weeds and leaves, start barbecues and campfires, control insects, melt ice from walkways or patch asphalt cracks. This torch burns propane or mapp gas, and features an integrated trigger-start mechanism for quick flaming and an adjustable flame control. The 14.1-ounce cylinder holds enough fuel for up to an hour of use.

From the Manufacturer

Designed for outdoor use, the BernzoMatic JT850 High Output Outdoor Torch is the perfect yard tool for burning weeds and leaves. It's also a great alternative to chemical insect control and fuel-started barbecues, and can comes in super handy when melting ice from walks and patching up cracks in the asphalt. The torch produces 20,000 BTU to operate continuously for an hour on a 14.1-ounce propane cylinder. Its integrated trigger-start mechanism ensures years of quick flame, and makes quick work of site-to-site spot jobs.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 8.5 x 39 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B00008ZA0F
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 19425
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #619 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a Flame Thrower for the Masses!, October 11, 2005

By	Joseph G. Hagloch - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Little did I know how much a middle aged guy needs his own flame thrower, but this Bernzomatic JT850 Trigger Start Outdoor Torch fills the bill. Be certain to get the trigger start version to avoid fiddling with matches when there are rampant weeds attacking your patio, driveway, or sidewalk.

The tool makes a satisfying roar when you are roasting weeds AND there is no bending over as with an Oriental, odd-shaped hoe-like instrument scraping out the little devils. I haven't tried it on ice yet, but I'm sure it will do a good job. Beware of using it on asphalt or mulch because your next call may be to the fire department.

I have already purchased one for my brother-in-law--a difficult person to buy for--and won't he be surprised when he opens it on Christmas morning.

My wife says we can use it for browning creme brulee...we'll see.

Joseph G. Hagloch

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I like it, May 14, 2007

By	M. Housman (N. Attleboro, MA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Overall this product has met my expectations. It is well constructed and ergonomically sound. It works quite well at destroying small emerging weeds on bare ground, gravel and in between bricks. For larger weeds I find pulling is still a better option than the torch. The product is less effective when used in or around flammable ground cover or tender vegetation because of the resulting collateral damage.

If you are comparing the torch against the ease and effectiveness of chemical weeding products (Ortho Weed be Gone, etc.) you will be disappointed in this product's relative performance. If you are comparing this product to other "organic" weeding methods (pulling, high concentration vinegar, etc) you will be satisfied with the relative performance.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Well Designed Weeder , May 12, 2007

By	Elizabeth Hardisty (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This flame weeder is well designed. It's light & maneuverable, ignites with one click of the button, and a small canister of propane keeps it going for 'hours'. The flame covers a path about 3" wide, so it goes slowly over large areas, and since one's neck gets stiff after awhile, several minutes at a time is long enough. Safety and applicability issues: flame is extremely hot, can singe shoes or start a groundlevel brush fire~~and applicability: works best on small (1" high), newly emerged weeds (wilts/kills with a brief pass of the flame). Established grass clumps laugh at it, though, and re-sprout within days, even if 'cooked' and blackened. Same with deeper rooted plants (dandelions). For weed control on compacted gravel, in cement cracks, etc., it is a godsend. In Spring, needs to be repeated every few days as new weeds emerge, because it won't be so effective once they've developed deeper roots.