Aileen wrote:

> Just wanted to know what kitchen torch folks used.... any features
> really important etc etc.
>
> I am not interested in a regular plumber type as it would be too bulky
> for me and storage would be a problem.
>
> I have seen on the net : Messermeister Cheflamme, BonJour, Foxrun,
> Athena Micro Torch.
>
> Does anyone have one of these or is there something fab that I have
> missed while searching......

Sorry, but I go for the regular Bernzomatic (plumbing) propane model. They
are cheap. Refill bottles are cheap and easy to find. The gas bottles are
large enough that you never need to worry about running out. The units are
cheaply and easily replaced. You should have one around the house anyway
for plumbing problems, and they can be stored with your other tools, since
you are going to use it more often for plumbing (or weeding) than for
cooking. IMO the kitchen models just expensive little gimmicks.