Blazer GT8000 Big Shot Butane Torch

this is the 4th torch I've bought in the last 6 months. It's also by far the best. It's definitely worth it to spend a little more on this one than save a few dollars on something that is $20-40 and you'll be replacing in 3-6 months anyway (or the igniter goes out, which is very annoying to use a lighter to light your torch). UPDATE: After owning this torch for over 4 months now, I figured I'd submit a follow up for my review. There is not much to say though- this torch is exactly like the day I bought it; no signs of wear. I use it several times a day, every single day. Another great thing about the torch I've noticed is that it regulates the gas better than any torch I've had, in the sense that it allows you to use every last bit. When the torch is almost empty, while not quite full strength, it still gives you a decent flame until it's completely empty. And as many people suggest to empty the torch before refilling it, you won't waste that last bit of fuel like with other torches, where the flame just slowly goes down to an unusably small flame for the last 10% of the gas. Every other torch I have owned, regardless of initial quality, have all started to show major signs of wear within 2 months. This torch might be a little more expensive than the others, but if you plan on using it much, it'll be cheaper in the long run as you won't be replacing it. 2 YEAR UPDATE: I have now owned this torch for two years, and I'm happy to report that it has worked flawlessly the entire time. A friend recently purchased a new one, and if you look at mine side by side with his, they look pretty much identical; really shows how well this torch has held up in the long term. I have read that by doing a couple things you can prolong the life of your torch, which I have always done. Whenever refilling, first allow it to run out completely, and then take a small screwdriver or similar tool and purge the last bit of the butane out- then refill it. Then wait at least 20-25 minutes to allow the gas to warm up inside the torch; it is very cold and there is the possibility of liquid butane being sent through the nozzle of your torch, which will damage it.

This guy means business. I use it to vaporize a wax concentrate. the difference between using this torch and a budget torch is simply night and day, hands down. Better dabs, so much safer in terms of fire prevention than anything else you can get. It's worth the extra money to get this. This is a place you don't want to skimp.

Buy this torch and only this torch. All other brands are TRASH and you will end up buying another one before the year is over. I had the same blazer for 7 years and it just finally broke so I bought another. Very high quality, built to last and very reliable. Can use any type of butane to refill

This product is a perfect fit for my wife. She makes jewelry on the side, we were having issue with our other torch, wasn’t able to get hot enough. According to my wife, this item is great, heats up just right.

The best small torch for the money, easy to fill and operate, flam is perfect size and hot! Made in Japan, totally worth it!

Very happy with this torch! It's easy to use, works reliably, and does exactly what I needed it to do.

The flame is long, thin, and powerful. This is a very intense flame and doesn’t work at the lower settings. If you try to adjust the flame lower it just dies out. I don’t use mine anymore because it’s too powerful (which isn’t a bad thing) and I should have read more reviews. I think this is more suitable for welding or soldering copper pipes. It’s good for people who need a powerful flame that holds a lot of fuel. It’s very sturdy and feels high quality. You need 2 hands to operate this beast. It’s annoying having to turn the gas on, ignite, use as intended, then turn off the gas again. I think it’s better for longer runs, not short frequent sessions. I would give 5 stars if it worked on the lower flame setting but it’s just dies out.

This is an excellent torch. It’s consistent and reliable with excellent ignition. My only complaint is that the flame isn’t really adjustable, or at least not on mine.

Awesome!!!!!!!

March 2023 4 years old and still works like the day I got it. It is run every day for at least 2 mins per day. Update; July 2021. This torch has worked perfectly for 2.5 years with daily, regular use. I wouldn't buy any other torch. It honestly works like the day I got it. Original review below: I've owned a lot of torches. This one, I only just got it. So, I have no idea how it will hold up compared to other torches. However, many torches I have bought have only lasted around 3 months. The last one I purchased lasted over a year, though, and still works. I bought this one because it's apparently the best. It'll be a long time until I know if it can last as long as my other one, a Newport torch, also purchased from Amazon if I remember correctly. All that said, this torch uses my butane slower. It seems to be more fuel efficient, the flame is more concentrated, the flame is more powerful and can withstand the wind better. I'm not a big fan of the activation and deactivation method. You turn a knob to open the gas and then strike with a button, closing the knob to turn it off. Because of that design, it feels less safe. Compared to my other torch, which is like most torches(that I've owned), and has a safety, you unlock, press button, and have to hold or lock to keep on. If one of my kids happens to get their hands on this torch, I feel like they'd be more likely to be able to trigger it or do something dangerous than they would with my old torch, and most torches, if not all, torches I've owned before that. Aside from that, I'd say this is the best torch I've ever owned. We'll see how it stands up to daily use for the next year and hopefully, I'll remember to update this review then. Edit-3 months Still works like the day I bought it. Nothing has changed.

Excelente calidad. Muy superior a otros modelos de la misma marca, ni se diga de marcas genéricas que se descomponen al mes.

Meilleur achat à vie et elle est garantie à vie!

When it comes to concentrates, this is your torch. Massive flame, good fuel dispersion(doesn't slowly die out as fuel becomes low). Flame is big enough to fully heat large ceramic nails evenly with minimal motion. Glass and titanium are a breeze. Whereas I would have to initially heat my 14mm ceramic nail for a minute with my Bernzomatic hand torch(ST2200T), the Big Shot handles this in about 10-15 seconds. Just be careful as there is no safety shut off. Only closing off the fuel supply kills the flame on this bad boy(like propane torches). It's not like a regular creme brulee hand torch with a ignition button release safety. If you drop it on something that isn't flame retardant/resistant while its running and the flame doesn't flicker out, you're going to do some damage. Be responsible when using this thing. Again, the flame on this is massive for a butane torch. Be careful not to burn anything when igniting for the first time. And keep in mind this thing uses no crappy plastic around the nozzle. The brassremains hot for quite a while after use. I saw another reviewer complain about this, but this is a heavy duty hand torch, plastic, in my opinion, would be unacceptable. This isn't a precision torch, doesn't have a soldering head attachment, and likely isn't what you want for precise application of heat(though you can make the flame pretty fine, given the flame size its capable of throwing) , but from my experiences, this is the best torch all around for concentrates, and I'd imagine it is more than satisfactory for most other plausible applications.