Zippo Blu(s)

Alright guys, got the lighters as promised in this thread:
http://straightrazorpalace.com/finer...tml#post303175
and this is the review with pictures and commentary. (which will be in the next post so I can link back and forth.)

ok, here is a picture of the two Blu lighters I got, in the black crackle finish and the machined shimmer finish. old school brushed zippo for size contrast.

macros with last one for size comparison:

here are some macro pix all over of the lighter:

flame comparison:

further macro shots:

Review:
feels nice in the hand, about the same size as an old Zippo, little taller. The rounded corners are nice. Striking is a bit odd, you push down the flint wheel to start the flow, spark it, then hold the button. This results in a nice explosive start with no flickering, and a powerful flame. Torch-style flame is about as powerful as a Windmill, and stronger than a Quantum Assault. Lighting power is adequate for robustos and even churchills if you rotate them a bit. Overall, this is first Zippo (apart from some old units I retrofitted with Zplus system) that are adequate for lighting cigars. Pricey, but worth it. Rides well in the pocket. Same old Zippo click.