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Sunday, November 30, 2014

Reviews of Diamond GreenLightTM Kitchen Matches - 3 Pack - 300 Matches per

Diamond GreenLightTM Kitchen Matches - 3 Pack - 300 Matches per Pack x 3 = 900 Match
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I posted the photo titled "New green vs old red. More green ones have too little of the white tip.". As you can see, out of 20 matches of each color pulled in a handful right from the top, the green ones have quite a few with a white tip so small they are impossible to actually strike anywhere. The white scrapes off before the match ignites. Of the ones with more white tip, they still don't light as well as the red ones, say with your fingernail or on the fingernail or mini file that comes with a multi-tool knife. Since red ones are still available at places like an Ace Hardware for $1.49, this was a big waste of money especially with the shipping. So while I used to pick out the few bad ones from a box of red to reject from picnic/hike/survival kits, now I have to pick out the few good ones from a green box that qualify as usable for an actual strike anywhere match.

I'm rating this as 2 stars since 1 star is for a product completely worthless. These still work... mostly as strike on the box matches. Thumbs down on the match and the description that says "4) Lights easier (in my opinion)"

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I could not find these matches anywhere locally but Amazon comes through again. The matches arrived in about 5 days. They are as described, three boxes of 300 each. The matches can be lit by striking anywhere so I can light my fireplace by striking the match against the bricks or floor. I prefer this over strike on the box because it seems that the striking surface is dull by the end of the box and I am repeatedly striking the match with about 1/4 at the end being "flame outs." With these you can also do, if so inclined, the striking a match on the bottom of the shoe. Tre Chic! Just like in the movies from the 40's. Too bad I don't smoke. The matches are sturdy and long. Not flimsy. You can light your fireplace in four or five different spots before the match is too short to handle and this means that you only use one. I was averaging three per fire before between needing multiple matches and "duds" so in the end these are economical. And I dip the heads in hot wax to make them waterproof and carry them in a special container and they are great for camping and barbecues, etc. I can light my grill even if it is raining or windy.

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These matches have changed and been made cheaper. They are very difficult to light and don't stay lit long enough to serve any purpose. Seems the tip of the match has less "firepower" and the strip on the box is thin, weak and wears out quickly. I throw 3 or 4 matches away for every one that lights for more than two seconds. Not buying them anymore

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I purchased the Diamond Green Light Kitchen matches because I thought that the price was good, they are better for the environment (being as they come from sustainably managed forests), and they were "strike anywhere" (how could I go wrong). Really, though, it was a poor purchase on my part.

The boxes are filled with matches that break or have very little match head, so I end up getting a successfully lit match one out of three matches. Additionally, the striker on the side of the box wore away nearly immediately. While I love the idea of strike anywhere matches, these are low quality matches that are not up to the job. I really wouldn't recommend these at all.

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A lot of matches for a great price, great value, but. These are not really strike anywhere matches. It takes 10-15 matches to get one lit if you do not use striker on side of box. I am looking for some better matches for camping.

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Monday, November 3, 2014

M-16 BBQ Lighter Review

M-16 BBQ Lighter
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $14.00
Sale Price: $9.90
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They had these at my local gun shop and I picked one up for fun. They work really well and are constructed well.

A neat trick is there is an adjustment to raise and lower the size of the flame, if you turn it up then break the piece out of it's housing, you can continue turning it up like a wrench until it is "torched" and you can get a nice 9 inch flame shooting out of the barrel. Just remember to turn it back down or it will leak gas when idle and you will run out of fluid fast.

A fun toy!

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This is a great gift for someone in the military or retired. It is one of those manly gifts. I made it one of the prizes at a military function and everyone wanted to win it. It's a manly BBQ lighter adds a lot of flare and fun to lighting your BBQ with friends over. For military gals it really makes a statement to light your candles with friends over. The dog tag is a great added touch. It was works great.

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My brother is a Call of Duty enthusiast and he bbqs every week weather permits. So this was the absolute PERFECT gift. He laughed for like 5 min when he saw it and all the kids thought it was the coolest thing ever. Works great.

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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Review of Halen.50" Mesh & Scroll Metal Fireplace Screen

Halen.50' Mesh & Scroll Metal Fireplace Screen
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
List Price: $136.56
Sale Price: $79.98
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This was a great purchase!!! It is beautiful and heavy

Quick delivery and good value !!

Thanks for the very good overall experience .

I will order from them again! Very satisfied

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This product came in with a hole in the screen, but beside that, it is way too light to safely put in front of a fire.

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I bought this as a house warming gift for my kids (they picked it out) so I had it delivered to their new home so I haven't seen it but they are very pleased and love it.

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Monday, September 22, 2014

Review of Dimplex SMP904ST Fieldstone 26 Inch Electric Fireplace

Dimplex SMP904ST Fieldstone 26 Inch Electric Fireplace
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $1,959.00
Sale Price: $1,499.00
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I did not realize we had to put it together, wasn't even thinking about that. It came in pieces, but hubby put it together no problem (1/2 hour max). It is BEAUTIFUL! It is amazing how real it looks.

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Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Solid Black Traditional Kerosene Fire Pot w Handle, Soapstone Review

Solid Black Traditional Kerosene Fire Pot w Handle, Soapstone, Dipper / Wand
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $93.74
Sale Price: $62.23
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Got tired of using a bunch of paper to light my fires. Mine arrived in fine shape, but was missing the rod that connects the soap stone to the handle. Not a big deal, the factory sent me a replacement very quickly. I use lamp oil in mine and have had no problems. I did have issues getting it to take a flame in the beginning, but I quickly found that if I stuck the stone in some ashes and then lit the ashes, it worked great. The ashes acted like a "wick" to take the flame, because the straight lamp oil wouldn't. Used it for 2 winter seasons and no issues.

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Saturday, June 28, 2014

Cheap Catalytic Combustor for Vermont Castings Wood Stoves (Models

Catalytic Combustor for Vermont Castings Wood Stoves
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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Ordered Mondayunit was at the door Friday in spite of the Mid Atlantic blizzard of Feb 2010.

Unit looks just like the original Vermont Castings combustor and works just as well. I installed it immediately and am now again enjoying the double combustion heat output that the Encore stove is built to deliver.

It replaces a 4 month old bargain (not from Amazon) priced ClearSkies CS-200 that never worked properlyeven after returning the first bad one for exchange.

I found the Amazon description confusing (mixing some text about a round unit in the description of the rectangular unit that I needed) so I called Condar and spoke to the Customer Service rep who was friendly and ensured that they shipped the right one.

While not inexpensive, the Condar unit is very effective and well worth the price paid.

Forget the bargainsthis is the unit to buyand it's made in the USA as well!

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I recieved the catalytic combustor and first thing I noticed was it did not have the condor stamp on it. And it is not the same construction. no flanges and not as many spot welds. And it measures slightly bigger than described. (Do not buy this product) I noticed a review after I recieved it that it may not be made by Condor. I wish I saw it. This guy should Be removed From Amazon. I will try to get my money back and if i don't i will be calling Amazon!

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This ceramic replacement works just a good as the original from the manufacturer.

It is an exact fit and the build quality actually appears to be better than OEM.

I will buy this replacement again when needed.

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After a good bit of research, I decided that I wanted a Condar combustor for my Vermont Castings stove. This listing was cheaper than ordering from Condar and the shipping was much better. However, what was shipped was made by another manufacturer that I wasn't familiar with. Who knows? Maybe it was as good as the Condar. Maybe it was BETTER than the Condar. The point is that it wasn't the same product that was described in the listing. They should either sell the one they list, or they should just have a generic listing that says "Catalytic Combustor, 2.5" wide x 13" long x 2" thick, made by whichever manufacturer we have in stock or get the best price from".

On the bright side, the return and refund went through smoothly, though I ended up paying for the return shipping which I shouldn't be responsible for as this was the seller's error. So now I'm out most of what I was saving by ordering here instead of from the manufacturer.

My advise? If you want a Condar combustor, order straight from Condar. You can actually call them on the phone if you need to.....

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My husband intalled this Cat. Combuster in our Defiant stove and it works great again. We hope it lasts a few years. The Vermont Castings stoves are made so that it is a big process to install. We had to get the directions from the VC website. It would be nice if it came with some simplified directions. We will probably get a different stove next time where the CAT can be installed from the top. When it is working well we get only a tiny bit of ash dust/month. It really does burn up almost everything with a working CAT.

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Friday, June 6, 2014

MEECO'S RED DEVIL 432 Gel Firestarter Review

MEECO'S RED DEVIL 432 Gel Firestarter
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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good product for use in starting pellet stoves especially for those that are difficult to start. Recommend Meeco's over others I have tried.

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One Match is far better than the other firestarters I have used. It is easy , lights quickly and it dosen't evaporate. Great product.

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Really good starter gel! It doesn't burn out and the fire in our pellet stove starts on the first try! Much better than the other starter gel we had been using (One Match). The only drawback is that it leaves an awful smell on your fingers if it gets on you.

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The electric ignitor on my pellet stove finally gave out after 5 years so we were forced into doing manual starts. Unfortunately, I learned manually lighting pellets just doesn't happen very fast even with butane lighters, paper, or those wood/wax fire starters I've used successfully outside in my fire pit. But, with just a small squirt of this gel, it covers, and SURROUNDS a few of the pellets and lights them instantly. By the way, I did order a replacement ignitor but the gel will due while we wait. FYI I attached a little video showing how quickly this gel lights my pellet stove.

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I tried One Match because it was less expensive than the other products that I have tried in the past. Big Mistake! I was very disappointed in the product.

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Sunday, March 30, 2014

Best Real Flame® Premium Gel Fuel - 24 Pack Deals

Real Flame® Premium Gel Fuel - 24 Pack
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I gave it to friends for a Christmas gift, they loved it and hopefully bought more. I plan on visiting them for the holidays!

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This was shipped in good shape and in a timely manner. I have had the fireplace for several years and this is the best resource for obtaining the fuel for it. I tried other vendors and none came as quickly as the item purchased from Amazon.

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So disappointing,it burns too quickly and has a horrible smell while it burns. Fireglo is 100% better than real flame.

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Thursday, January 2, 2014

Buy Hearth Cricket

Achla Designs Polished Hearth Cricket
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
List Price: $14.99
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I purchased this for a friend's new home, hoping it would be the quality gift I wanted it to be. I wasn't disappointed.

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The crickets arrived in oversized boxes and the legs of both crickets were off. Luckily the screws were in the boxes, so I was able to attached them, however, the screws would not stay tightened. I needed to order two more crickets, but I didn't order this brand.

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I didn't realize how small it was and one of the legs was loose and could not be fixed. The price was too much for the item.

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There was little protection in the shipping box to keep the antennae from bending. I bought two of these for friends' hearths and was a bit disappointed in the presentation afforded.

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I received my cricket today -it made about as much noise in the box as crickets do in the basement in summer. How does something so small make so much noise, anyway? But I digress.

I'm glad that this item has a nice clear picture, since I will need it as a model when I put the cricket back together. It arrived in 5 pieces. I could be thankful that it didn't arrive in 7 pieces.

The cricket itself is a nice item and it *appears* that I will be able to put it back together. However, it's the packaging that was an epic fail.

The cricket (pieces) arrived inside of a plastic bag inside of a box WAY too big for it. That box was carefully air cushioned inside of an even larger box. Thus, the cricket could rattle all around in a big box anchored inside of a bigger box. I am thankful for the plastic bag, though. That, at least, kept all of the pieces together.

What are my chances that the seller/shipper will see this review and adjust accordingly? About as great as your chances of catching and silencing a pesky cricket in the basement.

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Thursday, November 7, 2013

HomArt Large Decorative Mermaid-Neptune Matches Reviews

HomArt Large Decorative Mermaid-Neptune Matches
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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I love the look of these, and they are good, easy to strike, sturdy, matches. However, since I purchased these primarily because they were decorative, I found it very frustrating that they come heavily taped and stickered. The tape and large sticker are difficult (if not impossible) to remove without damaging the fairly delicate box.

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