Many lighters, especially cigar and pipe lighters, are fitted with various accessories designed to make lighting up a more convenient experience. These lighters are often fairly expensive.

The cigar lighters that are designed to be used in outdoor situations are generally pretty undemanding. Those which are designed for purely aesthetic concerns require a bit more care. Given proper attention to safe storage, even the most ornate lighters can be kept looking like new for many years.

Cigar lighters designed specifically to be used in outdoor situations are generally very tough. They have less-complex finishes and accents and many are made with the same sort of resilient chrome finish as are most fluid-filled refillable lighters. These lighters, when taken into the great outdoors, need only the most basic care. Make certain that they’re not exposed to moisture. While they’ll still light when wet, in most cases, exposure to the elements can cause them to corrode. Make certain they’re kept away from dirt and debris, as well, so that there isn’t a risk of fouling the ignition or jet mechanisms.

Butane torch lighters which are designed to be used in more refined settings require a bit more care. While they do, in most cases, benefit from the same durable construction as do their more ‘outdoors’ counterparts, they often have finishes and accents which can easily be broken, chipped or nicked if handled roughly. Some of these lighters come with a carrying case and it’s not a bad idea to put the lighter in that case before putting it in one’s pocket. They can prevent change and other items found in one’s pockets from ruining the lighter’s look.

Cigar cutter lighters, pipe lighters and other lighters with delicate attachments affixed to their surfaces require special considerations. First and foremost, make certain that the cutter on any so-equipped lighter is always stored in the closed position. These devices can be quite sharp and reaching into a box with an open cutter can result in a nasty surprise! Keeping the cutter closed also preserves the edge of the blade. Tamping and cleaning accessories attached to any lighter should also be kept in a closed position to avoid damage. These implements can be quite fragile and can be bent or broken if handled incorrectly. Make certain that there is no dirt or debris in any storage area. Over time, it can work its way into the mechanical elements of the lighter and result in damage.