Has the quality of this torch fallen in the last year?
1171572
"Has the quality of this torch fallen in the last year?" I can not answer as this is my first and Last experience with this product. Perhaps I just got a bad one but I can't imagine them being worse than mine. If you can possibly afford it, do what I did and get the Blazer micro torch. It is another world and I am thrilled with the difference. Mike
2049359
I've had mine for a year and the paint has stayed pretty well in-tact. It's an awesome grill, perfect to cook over a fire with. We usually cook on aluminum foil to keep the grill a little cleaner.
530980
I was happy to find and buy stainless steel replacement flame/heat diffusers. However, the thin gauge of the metal did not hold up well to the high heat. Mine deformed, but I continued to use them. Didn't see any harm. I think they are on the 2nd year. New grill soon--I'll be more vigilant.
1744899
I've had mine about 2 years now and use it quiet a bit at work. The only time mine didn't light good is if the tip wasn't seated good and when the smallest tip had some corrosion from so much use..I now use the next size tip and haven't had anymore problems. It's mportant the tip is clean and seated good where it mates to lighter. Good luck.
1802103
That hasn't happened to me, but after only one year I have noticed that it is not heating as thoroughly as it used to.
396739
I have one Le Creuset that's about 15 years old. And that one is stained. But my new one seems to have a different finish. So far it has not stained, even with the things I've cooked in it that should have done so. I suspect that they've upgraded or otherwise changed the finish, as it seems to be more slippery for lack of a better word.
1495983
yes but......i have owned 2 of these sharpeners over the last few years and have found the quality has gone down hill.....i would not recommend it anymore........the first one i bought was great for a couple of years but when i replaced it the quality had gone down hill... the main problem was the abrasive material on the tines all fell off after the first use.
2127080
I have only had mine since this january (2014) and it still has a stong flame . I have heard that it will hold the fuel for some time from other buyers of this product.
1032393
No, I haven't had that issue, but I don't use mine that much these days (mostly use bigger lights).
749762
Did you check to ensure there is no fouling of the ignition wire? This happened on my previous torch and I never could get the igniter clean enough to use again...so I ordered a new torch.
1209191
I had some around 5 years old and I did notice it's quality depleted a bit. If it was kept cool and dry it might still be ok.If it comes out runny it's time to replace.
2006168
Yes, mine deteriorated after about nine months. I figured I got what I paid for and bought a nicer one next time.
425993
Just wanted to say thanks for the info - I have had mine for a little over a year, one side stopped working so I looked a little more closely at the connections and it appears that there was a short - thank goodness it didn't catch on fire! I appreciate that people posted the company number and their experiences.
1440653
The one I have now is not a good quality. The picture should be much brighter compared to one I bought before. The edges of the t.v. Is dark .. My last bulb lasted very brightly for at least two years.. And was used extensively. I bought this bulb at a lower price and I don't think it will last that long. I would buy the more expensive bulb of this type. Or maybe I just got a bad bulb or a great bulb on my first replacement. First replacement bulb 119.00 second replacement bulb. 50.00 or less. Not pleased with this bulb. It works but intensity of brightness not great!
1126309
If you look at the comments from 2011 & 2012, you will see if there are problems with this product. On the other hand, if you look at the comments made in the past year or so, the product is perfect, suddenly. You have to wonder if these are true reviews or those manufactured by the manufacturer. Possibly, they changed the material of the product itself and improved it. I found another product that works well and has given me no problems. http://www.rangekleen.com/index.php?cPath=13_315
1292885
I bought the 10 pack a year ago and there were 2 that burned out within the first few months. The others are now all going out one by one 1 year later.
388985
I do not remember lots at peak diminishes over three hours of use but I like this torch.