Collection: S.T. Dupont

S.T. Dupont is a French luxury goods manufacturer based in Paris. The brand was founded in 1872 by Simon Tissot-Dupont - a visionary craftsman whose passion for fine materials quickly grabbed the attention of European royalty.

The brand’s first lighter came to market in 1941, and with it came an entirely new chapter in S.T. Dupont’s history. The lighter was an immediate success. Today, over 150 years later, S.T. Dupont continues to uphold the same uncompromising standards that defined the brand from the very beginning.

There are cigar lighters, and then there are S.T. Dupont lighters. Ask anyone who has owned one, and they’ll tell you the difference isn’t merely aesthetic. You can tell an S.T. Dupont lighter just by the weight of the metal in your hand and the precision of that legendary cling.

Beyond giving cigar enthusiasts status among their peers, S.T. Dupont lighters are also built to last. Decades can pass by, and the lighter will still light perfectly. Whether the ST Dupont lighter you choose is a soft flame or jet flame, you can expect the same unwavering performance and refinement that has defined the brand since 1941 - the year they began producing their first luxury lighter.

S.T. Dupont is a brand that’s over 150 years old. Staying relevant and sustaining the same high quality of craftsmanship for over a century and a half is something very few luxury houses have managed to achieve. 

When it comes to their lighters specifically, they are all meticulously crafted with great attention to detail. As a result, they are widely regarded as some of the finest luxury cigar lighters in the world - hence their popularity among cigar smokers and collectors alike.

There is no secret that S.T. Dupont lighters come at a premium price. So, if you are someone who views lighters purely as a functional tool, there are certainly less expensive ways to produce flame. However, if you can appreciate quality craftsmanship, reliability, and the quiet pleasure of using a lighter that is genuinely well-made, the answer is an unequivocal yes.

The right S.T. Dupont lighter for you will depend on your personal preference and how you smoke. If you prefer a traditional soft flame, the S.T. Dupont Line 2 Double Soft Flame Cigar Lighter is a great choice. If you prefer a jet flame, we would recommend the S.T. Dupont Maxijet Cigar Lighter.

If neither of the two seems like an appealing option to you, at Northwoods Humidors, we carry over 40 different S.T. Dupont cigar lighters that you can choose from.

S.T. Dupont lighters use butane gas. To make the most out of your lighter and ensure it performs flawlessly, we recommend you use S.T. Dupont’s premium butane for refilling. This is crucial, as each of their lighters’ internal components and micro-valves are precision-engineered to extremely fine tolerances, and any impurities found in lower-grade butane can cause clogging and misfiring over time.

Authentic S.T. Dupont lighters share several hallmarks that are a testament to the brand’s quality of craftsmanship. One of the best ways to confirm the authenticity of an S.T. Dupont lighter is to listen for that resonant cling when you open the cap. It should be crisp and clear. If it sounds dull or hollow, that’s a big red flag.

Beyond the sound of the cap opening, you should also pay attention to the lighter's overall finish. Genuine S.T. Dupont lighters are flawless in their construction. There should be no rough edges or visible brush marks from the lacquer application.