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Turn any disposable lighter into a mighty flame with the SOTO Pocket Torch. Designed to work with rectangular disposable lighters, the torch is perfect for lighting stoves and starting campfires, and can also be used to toast marshmallows and other toppings Read More

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Apr 23, 2019

I've had trouble finding them also (locally). When I first bought it from REI many years ago I thought one of its benefits would be able to just pop into any convenience store anywhere and get a refill.

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Mar 29, 2019

Just making sure, the pocket XT is only refillable and isn't used with a disposable lighter, correct? Specs list this designation... SOTO Pocket Torch XT

Dimensions, closed: 4.3 x 1.4 x 0.7 in (10.9 x 3.5 x 1.7 cm)
Dimensions, extended: 4.3 x 1.4 x 7.25 in (10.9 x 3.5 x 18.4 cm)
Weight, without disposable lighter: 1.8 oz (50 g)

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Mar 29, 2019

You sure? I saw nothing in the video about it and based on dimensions, doesn't seem like it should.

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Draggingcanoe

Mar 30, 2019

scopeSorry. Have both. XT is refillable only.

Jxion

Mar 29, 2019

Don’t really care for this product. Bought it from REI and it ran great for about 4 months. Then it just died without any real indicator of why. Doesn’t work too well at elevation either

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Pryor0nFire

Feb 19, 2019

[As of 02/19/19] SOTO Pocket Torch: Massdrop $16.99 + $3.75 S&H (total $20.74) // Amazon $19.95 + free S&H (total $19.95). Soto Pocket XT: Massdrop $19.99 + $3.75 S&H (total $23.74) // Amazon - $24.95 + free S&H (total $24.95). So base model is cheaper on amazon by about 80 cents. XT is a dollar cheaper here, though you wait a month vs 2 days on amazon. So seems MD really isn't competitive on this one either.

Hays

Feb 19, 2019

5 dollars more to get it in 2 days rather than wait a month? Missed again massdrop. https://www.amazon.com/SOTO-Outdoors-Pocket-Torch-XT/dp/B007TTUN0C/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?crid=HHEWEVND1RSJ&keywords=soto+pocket+torch&qid=1550590344&s=gateway&sprefix=soto&sr=8-4

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DailyHiker

Jan 18, 2019

Received mine today. Quite easy to fill the lighter and complete setup. Good, consistent flame every time I pressed the trigger. .

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mdiu

Dec 20, 2018

need help on choosing... which one is more reliable???

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frankgeter

Dec 19, 2018

Will this lighter work above 9000ft elevation? If not, its worthless to me and where generally hike.

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packydb

Apr 8, 2019

True this... I was at 11k ft with the Soto and it only worked after 10 minutes warming in my pocket. The Xikar Stratosphere worked just fine at the foot of Pikes Peak.

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0lepacker

Apr 9, 2019

packydbI do carry mag and steel for extreme conditions. there are are do or die provisions I have next to my neck. I never have the lack of spark

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Skiomm

Dec 19, 2018

REI has both of them for a better price.

GeeTeeH

Dec 19, 2018

SkiommThe $13.95 version at REI does NOT include the refillable rectangular lighter. REI shows $19.95 for the version with the lighter. XT model is cheaper at REI.

ToshOutdoors

Dec 20, 2018

GeeTeeHDon't forget you get $2 back on your dividend if you're a member. Not the same thing as cash in your pocket but it is a consideration especially when thinking about Massdrop shipping...

infosecgurus

Dec 19, 2018

I have the standard version which takes Scripto lighters, It basically turns a normal lighter into a torch, and it's very good at it as well. It has been great for camping and I always keep it in my backpack. I'm not a big smoker, but do enjoy cigars with friends a few times per year and have used this on golf trips (required air travel, domestic & international), on top of ski mountains (at altitude in the Rockies), and when my primary torch has failed. If you fly often this is an excellent option since you can dismantle the SOTO and put it in your carry on along with the Scripto. You are not allowed to put lighters in your checked baggage, and torch lighters aren't allowed on any flights whatsoever. Last, Scriptos are still easy to find and purchase (I saw some complaints in the comments). If you are having trouble finding them locally go to Amazon.

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0lepacker

I do carry mag and steel for extreme conditions. there are are do or die provisions I have next to my neck. I never have the lack of spark

packydb

True this... I was at 11k ft with the Soto and it only worked after 10 minutes warming in my pocket. The Xikar Stratosphere worked just fine at the foot of Pikes Peak.