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Xikar Redesigns Allume Lighters With Convergent Flames and Lower Prices
One of the most popular names in cigar accessories is retiring a bestseller to replace it with something better and cheaper. Xikar, the lighter-and-cutter brand owned by Quality Importers Trading Company, is rolling out a fully redesigned Allume series this month, simplifying the lineup to three models — Allume 1, 2, and 3 — while dropping prices below the outgoing versions, according to coverage from Cigar Aficionado and Cigar Journal.
Mechanical Overhaul: What Has Changed
The original Allume family, sold as Single Jet, Double Jet, and Triple Jet, is being phased out. The new generation, first shown at this year's PCA trade show, keeps the one-two-three jet structure but renames the models by number and rebuilds them mechanically. Per Cigar Aficionado, the lighters were re-engineered with new manufacturing molds and reworked internals, including additional vents for better airflow — the kind of unglamorous fix that determines whether a torch lights reliably or sputters.
The most noticeable functional change is in the multi-jet models: on the Allume 2 and Allume 3, the jets now angle inward so the flames converge at a single point, rather than firing straight up in parallel. That concentrates heat for toasting a cigar's foot evenly. The series keeps practical touches like a red-tinted fuel window for checking butane levels at a glance and a large flame-adjustment wheel.
Pricing and Model Specifications
The redesign actually lowers the cost of entry — the outgoing single-jet Allume listed at $87.99 on Xikar's site, while the new one comes in nearly $30 cheaper. This shift makes high-quality tobacco products and smoking accessories more accessible to the average enthusiast.
- Allume 1 — single jet, travel-sized (about 2.3" tall), $59.99
- Allume 2 — double jet, pocket format, $69.99
- Allume 3 — triple jet, tabletop size, $99.99
Each model ships in seven colorways: black, black and rose, gunmetal, blue, red, gold, and green-and-gold. The Allume 2 and 3 began shipping to retailers in early August; the Allume 1 is expected by the end of the month. Xikar lighters carry the brand's standard limited lifetime warranty.
Market Impact for Cigar Enthusiasts
Torch lighters are the piece of cigar gear people replace most often, and the mid-market — above disposable gas-station torches, below $150 boutique pieces — is where most smokers actually shop. A brand-name, warrantied torch starting at $59.99 undercuts a good chunk of that segment. If you've been limping along with a temperamental torch, the convergent-flame design on the 2 and 3 is aimed squarely at the most common complaint about multi-jet lighters: heat that spreads instead of focusing. This is especially important when lighting premium Corona Cigars or larger vitolas.
For a category where reliability is everything, re-engineering the guts matters more than a new paint job — though the seven new finishes don't hurt.
One practical note: with the original Allume series being retired, existing models will likely see closeout pricing at some retailers while the new generation lands — worth watching if you prefer the outgoing design. This refresh follows a broader trend in the industry toward refining luxury experiences, similar to how Davidoff is betting on vertical integration to ensure quality control. We have also seen wholesale cigar prices just went up recently, making these lower accessory prices a welcome change for consumers.
The Bottom Line
This is a quiet, sensible refresh: same familiar name, better internals, converging flames, and lower prices. It reflects a growing trend in the accessory market where functionality and value are being prioritized alongside aesthetic appeal, much like the smart lighters and sustainable cutters shaping recent accessory trends. Whether you are lighting up cigarillos & small cigars or a full-sized Churchill, a reliable flame is the foundation of the experience. For more information on the industry, you can browse our Tobacco Guide: Pipe Tobacco, Wraps, Cigarillos & Pouches — All Articles.