Post by: Ron Who on August 28, 2016, 09:35:28 PM
Other firemaking tools are OK but I prefer BICs.
Post by: Frailer on August 28, 2016, 09:45:30 PM
The only things that separate us from animals: tools and fire.
Post by: eddie1115 on August 29, 2016, 04:16:25 AM
I carry this "fire kit" on me whenever I'm in the woods:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/9809536c4d879f6ad36fdeafdc04a80e.jpg)
Bushcrafter mod, petroleum jelly cotton ball capsule, and ferro rod. Usually though, I use these instead for actually starting a fire, because, well, it's easier that way.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/288c4fade49232452bfd657a5e2836e3.jpg)
And disregarding the colorful request (sorry), a more typical edc carry (the white ones are easier to check the level on).
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160829/4ec50093817a67b45be6f9c0c291a82c.jpg)
Post by: Ron Who on August 29, 2016, 07:46:59 AM
Any of you coloured alox guys have a matching BIC?
Post by: styx on August 29, 2016, 08:03:35 AM
Post by: Ron Who on August 29, 2016, 08:20:59 AM
only reason why I stopped carrying Bic lighters is that somehow they always manage to go miaFunny that happens to my Zippos.
Post by: styx on August 29, 2016, 10:43:16 AM
Post by: m47mu74nt on August 29, 2016, 11:47:40 AM
And btw the smoker-proof system is handy :whistle:
Post by: Poncho65 on August 29, 2016, 05:49:14 PM
No-one touch my bic :rant:
And btw the smoker-proof system is handy :whistle:
:rofl:
:like:
Post by: Poncho65 on August 29, 2016, 05:50:03 PM
I always carry a small Bic in my Altoids tin along with many other things that I don't want to have to search in my pocket for :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on August 29, 2016, 08:58:13 PM
My wuppies want more pictures! :gimme:
Post by: Poncho65 on August 30, 2016, 05:35:42 AM
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Post by: gene stoner on August 30, 2016, 08:22:35 PM
Post by: Ron Who on August 30, 2016, 08:38:02 PM
I'm gearing up to go flamingo hunting. :rofl:Very cool!!
Did you notice BICs come in all kinds of camo colors?
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 30, 2016, 09:24:28 PM
Post by: Ron Who on August 31, 2016, 10:35:05 AM
Post by: JamesJ on August 31, 2016, 11:42:08 AM
Interesting idea.
The only things that separate us from animals: tools and fire.
Yep! Well..
The only things that separate us and chimps and crows from other animals is tools. And then fire yeah pretty much just humans and dragons on that one.
I saw this experiment where a crow (or was it a raven?) Used a stick to unlock a cage as part of a multi step puzzle to unlock a food reward. But good luck opening a sak without thumbs, bird. Aside from the One Winged Trekker. Also seen chimps use twigs to dig grubs out of logs. Simple fixed-stick twigs though with a single implement. There's another use for the fish scaler right there...grub digger outer.
Post by: JamesJ on August 31, 2016, 11:49:17 AM
Otherwise, they're probably bad for the environment being disposable and plastic, but no other brand of disposable comes close. No flame adjustment needed. I like both sizes.
Post by: Ron Who on September 02, 2016, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: shibafu on September 03, 2016, 01:08:10 PM
Post by: Ron Who on September 03, 2016, 01:40:05 PM
:like:
Post by: Ron Who on September 20, 2016, 12:21:38 PM
Post by: magentus on September 20, 2016, 12:29:12 PM
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8544/29809444805_3b2628bddd_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/MqacoV)WP_20160920_018 (https://flic.kr/p/MqacoV) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: firiki on September 20, 2016, 12:32:16 PM
I use a Bic to melt my paracord ends. I use the can opener to remove the child safety thingy. Hate those things. They dig into my flesh when trying to light it. Anyone outside USA probably hasn't had to deal with that.
Otherwise, they're probably bad for the environment being disposable and plastic, but no other brand of disposable comes close. No flame adjustment needed. I like both sizes.
Nope, that's the only kind of BIC lighters we've had here for years.
I like how they removed the flame adjuster: it makes the thing last longer and provides a stable flame so you know what to expect every time. :tu:
Post by: firiki on September 20, 2016, 12:32:44 PM
Full size Bics are really hard to find here in the UK.That's odd ???
Post by: Ron Who on September 20, 2016, 12:34:48 PM
Does this Bic count?Well, it's a multitool, kind of... I'd say, yes it does!
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8544/29809444805_3b2628bddd_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/MqacoV)WP_20160920_018 (https://flic.kr/p/MqacoV) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: shibafu on September 20, 2016, 03:31:54 PM
Full size Bics are really hard to find here in the UK.That's odd ???
It is... everywhere else has them, why not here? Sometimes you find the mini-bics but almost never the full size ones. The Swedish homeware store Clas Ohlson is the only store I've seen them in, and not always there. Even on UK ebay there is only 1 seller with them, presumably imported from elsewhere.
Post by: firiki on September 20, 2016, 03:54:07 PM
Full size Bics are really hard to find here in the UK.That's odd ???
It is... everywhere else has them, why not here? Sometimes you find the mini-bics but almost never the full size ones. The Swedish homeware store Clas Ohlson is the only store I've seen them in, and not always there. Even on UK ebay there is only 1 seller with them, presumably imported from elsewhere.
:think: How about other BIC products?
Post by: JamesJ on September 20, 2016, 05:22:31 PM
Post by: shibafu on September 20, 2016, 05:58:11 PM
:think: How about other BIC products?
Yes the pens, disposable razors etc are everywhere. Even the other Bic lighter styles - they're not the most common but you do see them in shops. But not the full size ones. Maybe they can't compete against the Clipper lighters that are very common here. The Clippers are similarly priced and are refillable. But Clipper are a Spanish firm and sell all over Europe, so it still doesn't really explain why Maxi Bics are common in other European countries but not the UK.
You know what, I'm going to email Bic through their web site and ask them :)
Post by: Ron Who on September 20, 2016, 07:46:35 PM
Stayglow Deluxe Tinker and a 21 year old lighter. Would look cooler if the lizard sticker wasn't worn out, it kind of matched that paracord.Unbelievable! My BICs won't last any longer than a couple weeks or so. :like:
Post by: JamesJ on September 20, 2016, 08:09:56 PM
Stayglow Deluxe Tinker and a 21 year old lighter. Would look cooler if the lizard sticker wasn't worn out, it kind of matched that paracord.Unbelievable! My BICs won't last any longer than a couple weeks or so. :like:
Well it wasn't used for about 15 years or so. Stil lit right up though.
Post by: Ron Who on September 21, 2016, 09:50:04 AM
Post by: Ron Who on September 22, 2016, 01:01:38 PM
Post by: firiki on September 23, 2016, 11:31:44 AM
:think: How about other BIC products?
Yes the pens, disposable razors etc are everywhere. Even the other Bic lighter styles - they're not the most common but you do see them in shops. But not the full size ones. Maybe they can't compete against the Clipper lighters that are very common here. The Clippers are similarly priced and are refillable. But Clipper are a Spanish firm and sell all over Europe, so it still doesn't really explain why Maxi Bics are common in other European countries but not the UK.
You know what, I'm going to email Bic through their web site and ask them :)
I'd be curious to hear what they say! Has it always been this way?
Maybe the Maxi ones last such a long time that shop owners can't be bothered to stock them? :think: It's a conspiracy I tell ya! :D Maybe because of the price? Clippers being refillable does sound plausible.
Post by: firiki on September 23, 2016, 11:37:36 AM
:ahhh :ahhh
Post by: magentus on September 23, 2016, 11:39:27 AM
Post by: firiki on September 23, 2016, 11:50:25 AM
Bourne supposedly comes to Greece in the most recent of the film series but it was actually shot in Tenerife because bureaucracy here is tremendous. That's why parts of Game of Thrones s.5 were filmed in Spain in the end. :facepalm:
Post by: shibafu on September 28, 2016, 06:48:48 PM
I'd be curious to hear what they say! Has it always been this way?
Maybe the Maxi ones last such a long time that shop owners can't be bothered to stock them? :think: It's a conspiracy I tell ya! :D Maybe because of the price? Clippers being refillable does sound plausible.
Well kudos to Bic, I got a helpful reply from a lady called Cheryl. The Maxi Bics are officially available in the UK. But only a couple of wholesalers carry them: EFG Housewares and Palmer & Harvey. And Bic don't know of any retailers at the national level. It's possible some Costcutter convenience stores may have them, as apparently they're supplied by Palmer & Harvey.
So it seems we don't get them just because most wholesalers and retailers are choosing not to stock them, as simple as that.
Post by: firiki on September 29, 2016, 11:28:17 AM
I'd be curious to hear what they say! Has it always been this way?
Maybe the Maxi ones last such a long time that shop owners can't be bothered to stock them? :think: It's a conspiracy I tell ya! :D Maybe because of the price? Clippers being refillable does sound plausible.
Well kudos to Bic, I got a helpful reply from a lady called Cheryl. The Maxi Bics are officially available in the UK. But only a couple of wholesalers carry them: EFG Housewares and Palmer & Harvey. And Bic don't know of any retailers at the national level. It's possible some Costcutter convenience stores may have them, as apparently they're supplied by Palmer & Harvey.
So it seems we don't get them just because most wholesalers and retailers are choosing not to stock them, as simple as that.
So, that's one bit of the mystery solved :tu: Now, how to find out why shop owners won't stock the Maxi BICs? :think:
Post by: Mattexian on October 08, 2016, 12:59:03 AM
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Wait... that says SAK and Bic, not SWAK and Bic... nevermind!
;)
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Post by: Sneider on October 08, 2016, 07:50:18 AM
Post by: AimlessWanderer on October 08, 2016, 09:12:19 AM
:think: How about other BIC products?
Yes the pens, disposable razors etc are everywhere. Even the other Bic lighter styles - they're not the most common but you do see them in shops. But not the full size ones. Maybe they can't compete against the Clipper lighters that are very common here. The Clippers are similarly priced and are refillable. But Clipper are a Spanish firm and sell all over Europe, so it still doesn't really explain why Maxi Bics are common in other European countries but not the UK.
You know what, I'm going to email Bic through their web site and ask them :)
I'd be curious to hear what they say! Has it always been this way?
Maybe the Maxi ones last such a long time that shop owners can't be bothered to stock them? :think: It's a conspiracy I tell ya! :D Maybe because of the price? Clippers being refillable does sound plausible.
I've been a big fan of Clipper lighters since my teens. To me a Clipper is THE go to affordable butane lighter. I have no brand loyalty when it comes to pens or pencils, and haven't used a disposable razor since my early teens.
Post by: Mechanickal on October 08, 2016, 09:41:56 AM
Bought it for €2/$2.5 on a flea market.
It had light blue translucent scales but it was in terrible condition.
Turned out the previous owner destroyed the backsprings too...
BTW: I just got out of bed, so I didn't put much effort in this one...
Don't stab me for it!
(poking allowed)
Post by: Ron Who on October 08, 2016, 04:52:08 PM
Just got this Spartan back from service.
Bought it for €2/$2.5 on a flea market.
It had light blue translucent scales but it was in terrible condition.
Turned out the previous owner destroyed the backsprings too...
BTW: I just got out of bed, so I didn't put much effort in this one...
Don't stab me for it!
(poking allowed)
Poke && :like:
Post by: Ron Who on October 08, 2016, 04:52:57 PM
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Post by: Ron Who on October 08, 2016, 07:17:13 PM
Realtree Zippo, chrome-plated Zippo, blackened Zippo, Champ(?) butane lighter, and rightmost Karl Wieden Elisorn double sports (1935). The lower part of it is a reservoir to carry extra fuel. Might be a replica.
Post by: Sneider on October 08, 2016, 08:11:58 PM
Spartan with some of my non-BICs.
Realtree Zippo, chrome-plated Zippo, blackened Zippo, Champ(?) butane lighter, and rightmost Karl Wieden Elisorn double sports (1935). The lower part of it is a reservoir to carry extra fuel. Might be a replica.
Beautiful lighters!
Especially the Karl Wieden with reserve tank. :dd:
:like:
Post by: Sparky415 on October 10, 2016, 10:02:48 PM
I don't have an actual Bic so I hope this will do
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/2016/DSC06002.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/2016/DSC06002.jpg.html)
:cheers:
Post by: Ron Who on October 11, 2016, 06:39:22 AM
Nice pic, it'll do just fine !!
I don't have an actual Bic so I hope this will do
:cheers:
Post by: Sparky415 on October 11, 2016, 06:57:54 AM
I did put a little effot in to this one, rounding up lighters...
Theres some nice pictures in this thread :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on October 16, 2016, 09:06:34 AM
I dont't really need BICs, I just happen to :like: them.
Post by: jaya_man on April 12, 2017, 10:03:09 AM
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Post by: BleaKrytE on April 12, 2017, 11:47:45 AM
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Post by: ThePeacent on April 12, 2017, 01:03:40 PM
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Post by: Mactire404 on April 13, 2017, 01:06:24 PM
I always carry a Bic. I don't smoke, but a lighter is mighty handy to have.
When I get home I'll make a picture. Can't do colourful though, I like my Bics as I like my cofee: Black and hot!
Post by: gene stoner on April 13, 2017, 04:48:27 PM
I don't have an actual Bic so I hope this will do
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/2016/DSC06002.jpg) (http://s112.photobucket.com/user/sparky_415/media/2016/DSC06002.jpg.html)
:cheers:
Is that a French brass army stove?
Post by: cbl51 on April 13, 2017, 06:18:31 PM
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2935/33202590853_5e33997cf5_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SzZXuZ)
Post by: pfrsantos on April 13, 2017, 06:26:36 PM
:cheers: :tu:
Glad to "hear" from you!
:D :D
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 13, 2017, 06:28:01 PM
I've been using Bic pens since I was in grade school. Life long fan here. I switched to Bic lighters when I got tired of my Zippo running dry right when I needed it. I've been shaving with Bic razors since there was Bic razors. I love Bic products, as they allays work, and are easy to replace at any store on the road. They are kind of like SAK'sl they get the job done in a very reliable manner!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2935/33202590853_5e33997cf5_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SzZXuZ)
It's weird they haven't made a Bic multi-tool. :salute:
Post by: jaya_man on April 13, 2017, 06:28:22 PM
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Post by: Sparky415 on April 13, 2017, 06:39:21 PM
I don't have an actual Bic so I hope this will do
:cheers:
Is that a French brass army stove?
Gene,
I worked with a Guy 30 years ago who called them an engineers lamp,
he said you would keep it lit on your workbench, use it to light other equipment and for soot marking projects?
I can't verify this but it sounds good to me :shrug:
Post by: gene stoner on April 13, 2017, 07:27:24 PM
I don't have an actual Bic so I hope this will do
:cheers:
Is that a French brass army stove?
Gene,
I worked with a Guy 30 years ago who called them an engineers lamp,
he said you would keep it lit on your workbench, use it to light other equipment and for soot marking projects?
I can't verify this but it sounds good to me :shrug:
I'm not sure but it looks like a WW1 French burner. On this page is a pic of one from Ww1.
https://reprorations.com/France%20WW1/France%20WW1.htm
Post by: ThePeacent on April 13, 2017, 10:01:58 PM
I've been using Bic pens since I was in grade school. Life long fan here. I switched to Bic lighters when I got tired of my Zippo running dry right when I needed it. I've been shaving with Bic razors since there was Bic razors. I love Bic products, as they allays work, and are easy to replace at any store on the road. They are kind of like SAK'sl they get the job done in a very reliable manner!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2935/33202590853_5e33997cf5_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SzZXuZ)
It's weird they haven't made a Bic multi-tool. :salute:
Better not follow Zippo's steps in that regard... :facepalm:
http://zippooutdoor.com/4-in-1-woodsman/
https://www.amazon.com/Zippo-44032-4-In-1-Woodsman/dp/B00BIV90TW
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 14, 2017, 04:14:59 AM
It's weird they haven't made a Bic multi-tool. :salute:
Better not follow Zippo's steps in that regard... :facepalm:
http://zippooutdoor.com/4-in-1-woodsman/
https://www.amazon.com/Zippo-44032-4-In-1-Woodsman/dp/B00BIV90TW
(http://i.imgur.com/hI3PXWG.jpg)
Post by: glenfiddich1983 on April 14, 2017, 08:29:35 AM
Post by: The Lone Wanderer on April 15, 2017, 05:03:31 AM
Post by: Mactire404 on April 15, 2017, 12:23:25 PM
Anyone use LighterBro? Any good?Show content(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170413/05d428c6318468213b88798053a0d021.jpg)
Not sure if it's any good but I do know people who have it really have a Bic SAK :whistle:
I always carry a Bic mini. I don't use it very often, but when I need a light it is there. In my pack is always a stormlighter (one of those jet things).
As most of my gear it's in high-fashion black
(http://i.imgur.com/oXZguVel.jpg)
Handyman, Bic mini, Photon Freedom Covert
Post by: KandiKlover on September 21, 2017, 03:00:47 PM
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Post by: Ron Who on November 25, 2017, 02:02:35 PM
Post by: GrandpaPatch on November 09, 2018, 11:20:30 AM
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Post by: Ron Who on August 07, 2019, 08:55:24 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on August 07, 2019, 09:44:32 PM
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Post by: Sos24 on August 08, 2019, 07:51:09 AM
So that being said, here is my current edc
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Here is my paracord work combo
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190808/5907b049d31248e472dea5f63515deda.jpg)
Another combo when carrying a clipper
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190808/5e51f2d13a59feefa3972573ab09b0db.jpg)
Post by: Ron Who on August 19, 2019, 07:06:22 PM