Review: Mr. Brog Tobacco Pipe Lighter

The Mr. Brog Tobacco Pipe Lighter (with tamper and pick) is a butane pipe lighter made in the style of many other popular pipe lighters such as the IM Corona Old Boy. The price however is MUCH less.
So, What do you give up for the cheaper price, and is this lighter a viable alternative to the more "premium" lighters out there?
We shall see.
Mr. Brog Pipe Lighter on Amazon.com: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011...
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[@MisterDearly]

I FINALLY REMEMBER WHERE THE OPENING SONG CAME FROM in this video. MONTY PYTHON. THE HOLY GRAIL. I am so glad now!

[@denisd1029]

What you call a pipe scoop at the end of a tamper is actually a screwdriver to adjust the flame height

[@sbarnette13]

I've had my eye on this lighter for a while before you posted this video and I wanted to express my appreciation. I was hesitant to buy it due to the low price but your review convinced me to try it. I got it in the mail today and I love it! I also bought the Mr. Brog pipe you reviewed and I am very pleased with it as well. Thank you for the time and professionalism that you put into your videos, and please keep the Fallout videos coming too!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Shawn Barnette - I'm glad you found the reviews helpful!

[@bluedog5095]

Enjoy your channel. I've used the lighter for several years, no problems. Great lighter. BTW, the pick on the tamper is perfect size to adjust the flame.

[@jamesh1984]

I've been debating buying one of these. Perfectly timed review.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+James Hand - I'm glad you found it useful!

[@RelaxedpiperYoutube]

Thank you for the review, I went with a Peterson can't wait to try one. Cheers!

[@hemmohamppunen]

I'm in love with your "story telling" voice, awesome review!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Thanks for watching!

[@j.s.3753]

The best thing about the pipetool in the lighter is probably the "screwdriver" you get with it

[@drewster2400]

Great review, and as always, I enjoy your announcer voice you use to read the manufacturer perks! Looks like a good value, while I wait for my dream lighter to be gifted! I need to do some butane research also, my Thunderbird insert gives me quite a bit of trouble. Thank you sir!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Thanks for watching! I can't recommend any brand names, but as long as the butane is 5X refined, you should be on the right track.

[@odysseusjak]

I've got the Xikar Pipeline pipe lighter. I purchased it a few years ago for around $50. It was the most expensive pipe tool I ever purchased. What sold me on it was the LIFETIME warranty. After using crappy drugstore butane, it quit working. I went back to the B&M and told them what happened. They tried cleaning it out but it still wasn't working. They just handed me a new one! "That's the great thing about a lifetime warranty," the salesman told me. I also bought a couple of cans of the Xikar butane. It's been working great ever since.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Jack Gillespie - Glad to hear you've had a good experience with the Xikar!

[@gaetanpilon7993]

Thanks for this nice revue.

[@Russianbeardedman]

spot on review! I have a mr Brog lighter and while it has it's cons, it's still a very usable lighter. Would love to get a 100 dollar one when I have some spare cash. Thanks for the review!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@oliverfasola19]

How long has it lasted/do you still have it? I bought a Chinese lighter that stayed lit while open, it also made the super flame. One day I was lighting a bong and got surrounded in fire for 2 seconds. Never buying Chinese again

[@ugh4576]

Finally, my (im)patience and youtube page refreshing has been rewarded! This seems to be a BIC lighter wearing some fancy duds. What to do? What to do? Save up, or go for it? Hmmmm. Thanks for spending your time with this item and making a review for it...

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Thanks for watching! If you really want quality, I would save up for a Corona or Peterson.

[@warp1geon]

Exceptional tobacco, good lighter, good pipe all are apart of the "experience" and joy of pipe smoking for me. Now if I could only get my hands on a small oblong silver serving tray with handles; the hunt begins! I actually was leaning toward a peterson but the chrome striped was sold out! Went with a Corona Old Boy, warranty/repair work for the Corona being right down the road from me is pretty convenient; just a nice little perk haha.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Lee F. - Nice! I don't think you can go wrong with the Peterson or the Corona. Both great lighters.

[@michael7765]

I forgot to say, thanks for the in-depth reviews. You have been most helpful for my favorite hobby! Thanks buddy.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Michael Golemi - My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@agoogleaccount2861]

Quality has improved in them ..their lift arm models are most certainly worth the $15 to $20 they cost . last one i had lasted 2 years of daily use at a desk still worked when i lost it. Gold plated finish stayed good amazingly . . so i got another. Recently And the quality is even better .fwiw i don't like their lower end peizo ignition ones . with mr brog lighter always go for flint operating .

[@shakentosser]

Cool, I've noticed you seem kinda "meh" about most of Brogs products, while other people are raving about the great deals. Nice to hear different perspective.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

For the most part, I don't think they're bad for the price. Thanks for watching!

[@LexiconShut]

I've bought a few things from Mr Brog, and feel the same. I've had two tampers, two lighters, and one pipe. All had a little something wrong with them, but only minor. A decent steeping stone to something better down the line.

[@bartholomewfotheringay-phi5683]

Good, thorough review. Provided the snuffer cap and flint housing don't begin to wobble over time, the Brog looks like an exceptional value. Even the Corona OB isn't perfect when it comes to tight fitting parts, despite the price. And some people prefer a less weighty lighter, which can be more comfortable in the pocket. Still, nothing seems to be as good as my refillable Clipper with its sturdy flame-resistant nylon case. 3000 lights per fill. Very inexpensive. Difficult to beat. Mark

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Bartholomew Fotheringay-Phipps - Yes, no product is perfect, but some can perhaps be perfect for YOU. Sounds like you may have found that in your lighter.

[@petrantobaccopipes]

Instructively and well done.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

I appreciate you watching!

[@petrantobaccopipes]

+Stuff&Things Always.

[@wheelch0ck]

Bradley, if your Peterson had a view window for the butane, it would be a perfect lighter.

[@TheRoomNote]

I picked a couple up last week figuring if it was complete garbage you would of done the review a couple weeks ago ha! Works pretty well and is scratching that old boy itch for now. I'll probably still break down and get a Corona eventually but will at least wait till mine fail. Cheers!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+lunchie83 - Nice. I'm glad they're working out for you.

[@MrTPF1]

Mine flew apart after a couple days of use. Contacted Mr. Brog via eBay for an exchange or refund and never heard back from them. Up until this purchase, I was pleased with other Mr. Brog products.

[@thomasgrube574]

I have tried a lot of lighters over the past few years and think your review is spot on. The past few months I have been using the Z-Plus pipe lighter insert for Zippos. It is 100 times better then the Thunderbird insert. I got it from wannalight.com for about 13 bucks. The description says torch flame but its not it is a very nice soft flame lighter and works every time even in the wind. The Z-Plus also has a tank that is clear so you can see it fill up with butane and is a perfect fit in the Zippo case. Just my 2 cents.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Thomas Grube - I was NOT impressed with the Thunderbird inserts. I prefer to NOT use butane in my Zippos because they're my "outdoor lighters," but it's nice to hear that there is a good alternative.

[@Jasongvl]

Looks pretty much like a replica of the Xikar Pipeline (minus the pattern). Nice review. Cheers :)

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Jasongvl - - Thanks for watching!

[@distortzz]

Nice cheers man.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Thanks for watching!

[@zapper7525]

Hi, bought the same lighter about the same time. The flame on mine does not get as huge as yours when the gas turned up to max, after that its been ok for me. Thx for your review.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Richard Logan - My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@rickomuzik]

Richard Logan Bought this lighter, nearly same experience. Actually it was a bigger flame. It lights every 4/5 times. Ordered the Peterson for $56 or so from GP. Looking forward to it

[@adrianbenson2521]

I'd pick one up for that price for a "walking around lighter". I have Peterson and an Old Boy both of which I like a lot. I also have a Xikar that I don't care for. Maybe mine is defective, but I can't adjust the flame high enough to suit me. Anyway, good reviews. Might look at a Mr Brog pipe and lighter for a knockabout kit.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Adrian Benson - Yes, I think the lighter would definitely be good for that purpose.

[@ollewahlroos7680]

I've both Corona and Peterson. I prefare Peterson which's older...I don't know why.Mr.Brog might be a solution for smokers whom might loose easy their lighters.I wish a nice start for the upcoming week.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Olle Wahlroos - Yes, i'f your prone to loosing lighters, you probably don't want to spend 100 dollars for one.

[@ollewahlroos7680]

Sorry to bother you but I've a question. Va/pers has played a major part lately. Been smoking obvious blends like St.James, Escudo,Elisabethian,LBF,Flake Medallions,Old Gowrie....Been smoking long time mostly "English" and Burley blends,so my knowledge in Va/pers is quite Limited. Thanks.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

It sounds like you've already discovered most of the famous VA/Per blends.

[@ollewahlroos7680]

Thanks for your answer. Got myself a Tin of Davidoff English Blend. It reminds me of Nightcap,,Davidoff lacks of depth of Nightcap and black Cavendish. Better than I thought.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@tattooeditalian2895]

Hello. Great channel. I've learned quite a few things here. I have a question about this lighter. I just got mine today and it hisses when I open it up. Does yours do that or should I be sending this back? Thank You

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

It's not uncommon to be able to hear the butane escaping when the lighter is opened.

[@michael7765]

Have you considered doing a side by side of Xicar's version with your Peterson lighter? I believe the Xicar has a lifetime warranty, but I want to know how it compares with other "premium pipe lighters" (as you say).

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Michael Golemi - That's something I may do in the future if I ever purchase a Xicar.

[@Alexanderrank]

Might have to pick one of these up! Would you say the quality on this is a lot better than that Vector zippo insert?

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

It's definitely lasted longer.

[@holymoly8718]

S&T, what butane fuel do you use to refill your lighters?

[@BeardlyGentlemen]

Penglish websites are my favourite!

[@johnpounder7426]

Probably useful if price point is your primary consideration.

[@emtp1013]

There's no way you can compare Mr Brog to the Peterson on the build and quality of the lighter, but hell at $15 bucks it does very very well and you really can't complain about it. Had mine so far for 6 months and no problems so far, and that's smoking 1 to 2 bowls a day. Pipe clear is just fine, if I forget my tamper or can't fine a nail or gold tee lying around this tamper is right there with lighter whenever you need it.

[@dawoodmather7177]

Piece of crap This is a generic lighter probably made in China. My lighter is exactly the same but has the 4th Generation logo(Stokabee) .Unfortunately I paid $40. Cant seem to fill with Butane. ? leaking valve. No warranty. Stay with my Bic.

[@jonathancoppe8746]

Hey Bradley (sp?), how is the lighter holding up nine months out? Have you experienced the leaking problem yet that some people complain of? Thanks

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Still works well and no leaks. You just need to clean it periodically.

[@michaelalbaneseiii5158]

I got one. It wasn't producing a huge flame, so I adjusted the flame size. Now it's huge. You can HEAR the flame. I emailed them and got the "we are sorry. Send us a picture of the broken item with amazon order # and we will replace it." Mine was closer to 25. I like it though.

[@michaelalbaneseiii5158]

One thing I don't care for is that you have to unscrew the cap to refill the gas.

[@billnewman8261]

For the price difference I like this one better.

[@gusevening4910]

Looks like a Xikar pipe lighter. I gave up on cheap "old boy" knock offs. I finally bought an old boy and what a difference. The Peterson sounds intriguing because of the bigger reservoir and I hardly ever use the old boy pipe tool. Another Great review!!

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Gus Evening - Yeah, the larger capacity is what caused me to finally choose the Peterson. I'm sure I would have been happy with the Corona as well though.

[@lina3535]

about the warranty l bought 3 of these lighters 1 broke in 5 days the other in 6 months all you need to to get a replacement is go to there web site and with your order# and product number tell them what's wrong thin a day later they will send you an email asking for pictures of said item you email them the pictures thin they will send you a new one

[@daspiper8941]

My Kiribi Butane Lighter will last me about a month as well.

[@matts6551]

I should've got this instead of the Vector Thinderbird insert. I've thrown mine out after wearing my thumb out. It usually takes 20 flicks per light. I am saving for a Peterson. Just wish they had more favorable designs.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Matt S - I'm not a fan of the Vector insert either.

[@schlomoshekelstein908]

@@stuffandthingsyoutube i know this is 4 years old but on my vector insert, after I flip the zippo open, i have to blow at where the flame should come out and then if I hit the striker wheel it'll light up on the first spark. for some reason there's no oxygen after you close them. but If i blow on it before I try to light it it'll light everytime. it just needs fresh air :/

[@TexasThunder.338]

I chucked mine after 4 days. I got it as a truck lighter originally. I should have bought $15 worth of Bics, at least they don't leak all the butane inside an hour.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Mine hasn't leaked so far. I guess we'll just have to see how it holds up.

[@josephland8876]

I have the Xikar pipe lighter and it appears nearly identical to me. Maybe they licensed it out to Mr. Brog.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Joseph Land - I wouldn't be surprised at all if that were the case. Thanks for watching!

[@simoncooper4750]

I doubt very much if the Mr Brog factory makes Pipe lighters, it looks identical to the Xikar lighter churned out by the 1000's in China and India, there are several versions of the same style cheap available, eBay and amazon seem to have options for the finish, however i bought an Ebay special old boy copy and it worked....just for about the time t took to enjoy a bowl, then you have to refill, a mixture of small tank and leaking extinguisher valve. not brilliant but as you say for $15 dollars as cheap to throw away as spend the international postage sending it back with a stinker. good review ...where is my Sunday smoke? Simon :)

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+simon cooper - Yes, I think the same company makes many of these cheaper lighters. I always try to post Sunday Smoke by 4:00 pm Pacific Standard time.

[@dumpsterfyre278]

Looks like a re-branding of the Xikar Pipe Lighter. I mean it's a Xikar Pipeline with Mr. Brog badges on it. LOL!

[@irishbastard2815]

In the end ive seen a lot of bad reviews on them would you recomend it after having it for 3 yrs

[@littlebit8901]

Bradley, I too would love to know you thoughts on this lighter after three years.

[@agoogleaccount2861]

Have had ome for 2+ years. Worked fine till i lost it. Got another. Seems even better built . tighter spring more uniform gas adjustment range. The only con is its got a small butane tank

[@theodosios2615]

Well, as always, the important thing is that it be relax-king! LOL

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Protos Telos - Wise words.

[@DannoCrutch]

I have a Similar Xikar. I hate it. Has never lit readily, hence rough on the thumb. One of these days I'll send it back and see what they say. Does the pick end fit the butane adjustment screw?

[@jorgwesterhoff9393]

+DannoCrutch I've owned the same Xikar.... It's terrible value for money! This one or one's similar to this one are way better value for money. I've owned all these lighters except the Peterson but am now sticking to my (secondhand) 40 year old Old Boy.

[@DannoCrutch]

+Jorg Westerhoff Yea, I decided on an Old Boy a while back, if I decide to get a nicer lighter at some point.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+DannoCrutch - I believe the pick end will fit the adjustment screw.

[@MichaGounski]

I just love the fact, that you cannot get this lighter in official MrBrog store. Also, now it's 35$...

[@guynemer53]

ill never go with this style again. my xikar shot out a huge flame so I set it back and replaced it with one that slowly leaks. so i bought a vertigo one. same huge flame. ill stick with a bic.

[@guynemer53]

ive had the flame all the way down with both lighters

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+guynemer53 - Yeah, sounds like a defect with the butane regulator.

[@Jake-qb3tc]

I bought 1 lasted about 2 months. Leaked out in about 1 hr. Paid $25.00 e-bay junk

[@Tatu-Pekka]

"It's lighter." Well... yes it is! 😄 #pun

[@BillHeIsRisen]

Sorry, they don't let one edit their comments here - not trying to spam (blame Google for being too cheap ;) ). I just noticed today that Mr. Brog's lighter - the one you're reviewing - is not carried by Amazon any longer. Interesting, you think? EDIT - deleted my other comment - turns out Google isn't as cheap as I thought.

[@oliverfasola19]

How long has it lasted/do you still have it? I bought a Chinese lighter that stayed lit while open, it also made the super flame. One day I was lighting a bong and got surrounded in fire for 2 seconds. Never buying Chinese agai

[@TheNewMediaoftheDawn]

For the price it looks like great value…

[@EduardoBach01]

Those cheaper lighters are all the same, the only difference is the case, namely, Xikar pipe line, Mr. Brog, Jean Claude Oldie. Whatever you buy, the mechanism is all the same with very little extra imprints.

[@irishbastard2815]

how long has it worked?

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

+Irish Bastard - Well over a month so far.

[@Ebolson1019]

I got one of these, filled it, and no flame; anyone else experience this?

[@jllucas39]

someone needs to invent an attachment for a Bic so flame comes out the side. I'd buy one

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Not a bad idea, though I've never had any issues using a standard Bic to light a pipe.

[@jorgwesterhoff9393]

+jllucas39 Somebody did! I've got a refillable, plastic lighter with a swivelling torchthingy so I can hold the lighter horizontally and the flame is angled toward the bowl. It's called a JG Sicekick and works fine. It's a BIC with something extra. Don't know about the price (got it as a present when ordering a pipe) bit shouldn't cost more than a couple of dollars I imagine.... Doesn't beat the Old Boy though.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Nice to know!

[@jllucas39]

+Jorg Westerhoff thanks I'll look it up!

[@jorgwesterhoff9393]

JG Sidekick not Sicekick. and Hey presto, found it on Amazon.... www.amazon.com/Sidekick-Adjustable-Lighter-Assorted-Colors/dp/B001QX9F56

[@TheRoomNote]

Mine will blowtorch too lol.

[@AllAmericanAJ]

When I first struck my xikar pipeline lighter, a 10 inch flame shot out after filling and sitting. Needless to say after I turned it down, it was fine. When I get enough money, I will be buying a Peterson.

[@elbowroomtube]

it's a fancy Bic for 15 bucks. nothing wrong with that.

[@IndianaGraphics]

I liked this video but one thing bothered me. When you read what the company said about their product, you did it in a way that made fun of them. They sent it to you FREE & you mocked them? I can & do respect your opinion & the review of the lighter, just not that part.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

I think "mocked" is a strong word. More like good-natured teasing.

[@IndianaGraphics]

I disagree... It's ok though.

[@Justinbpierson]

This sounds and looks a lot like the Xikar that I have. Kinda meh.....

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

Never used a Xikar, but it sounds similar. Thanks for watching!

[@matthewjbellamy1]

Hummm. Why do manufacturers make things like this . Price a lighter at $30 and double the quality of the damn thing

[@Lighters-cf4bd]

These are not quality Lighters and for the price you pay, you can buy a Quality vintage japanese made Zaima and with a little know how rebuild it yourself and have alighter that will last for decades....

[@Ebolson1019]

It's so strange seeing you w/ long hair

[@Dfire79]

I purchased one of these 2 years ago it only lasted 6 months. The flame Nozzle spins the body is loose and it leaks fuel. Absolute junk and a waste of money. Spend a little more money and get a vector or xikar.

[@stuffandthingsyoutube]

I'll post an update in a few months to report on whether or not it's still working.

[@jimmywalker1568]

Mr Brog lighter is better made than the Peterson