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Sold as 6 each. Precision needle point flame torch with built-in push button igniter. Includes: continuous run lock button, spark igniting solder tip and hot blower attachment refill valve. Refillable with Bernzomatic BF9 butane. Carded . Manufacturer's number: ST2200T. Buy Hardware Supplies SKU #: 2099190. Country of origin: United States. Distributed by Bernzomatic Corporation.
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Price Explanation
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First off, I'd like to point out that the price is for 6 of the torches, not one. I was equally stunned when I saw the price until I saw the (PACK OF 6) tag.
I have the predecessor to this torch and it's been extremely handy. It puts out more than enough heat to do small metalworking (silver, copper, bronze) as well as soldering and heatshrinking with the attachment. It appears that they've modified the safety trigger (the previous one was extremely cumbersome).
The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is that the butane filler has started to leak and I can't seem to find a replacement part from Bernzomatic. In fact, the Bernzomatic site has been turned into an advertising/promotional site rather than the useful customer oriented site it once was. I will say that, while the new site is relatively useless, it sure as heck is purty.
I'm likely to buy this version if I continue to come up short on the replacement part. My only concern is that Bernzomatic is heading down a path of increased flashiness at the expense of customer support.
Rating: 
(4
out of 5) @ 2008-10-18
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Well rated, but way over priced.
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This is the model recommended by cooksillustrated, but the price doesn't match what they say retail is.
You can find this exact item / model for Under $30 elsewhere. Not sure why the bloated price tag.
Rating:
(4
out of 5) @ 2007-11-23
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