Double safety guard is a good idea. Creates a focused intense flame. Piezoelectric start is a handy feature. There are cheaper ones that will do the job, but at $40, "cheap" is close to being a mute factor.
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The TS8000 seems sturdy and of good quality. I have only used it 3 times. for a total of 3 minutes mind you. I do like the flame adjustability. It's a must in tight spaces. I have read many concerns and complaints about longevity issues with the ignitor. I would have to wait a year or more to comment either way on that. Reliability is so important with products but difficult to comment on until it's too late to comment. Would give 4 stars but 4 stars is defined as "better than I thought" - by ebay. 3 stars is defined as "it's okay"... Well it is not "better than I thought" so 3 stars it is. I hope to upgratde to 5 stars in a couple of years.
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I had ts8000 for awhile. For joining copper pipes, unlocking seized bolts/nuts, lighting camp fires, Used as a hammer(once or twice—almost every tool involved in a hammer side), burning decorations using the flames, fabricating poly, polishing table tops, etc until it got caught in bulldozer tracks. It wasn’t the same after that. So I bought it to replace it while the other went into recycle bin. So far so good I have not have any flames come between my fingers yet. Always use MAPP gas. carry on.
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I bought it for the purpose of using Bernzomatic Map-Pro torch. In Japan, the equivalent torch is expensive (about 200 dollars), so we appreciate it's been a very good deal. It felt easy to use, it was easy to ignite, extinguish the fire, adjust the thermal power and it was a very good product.
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Bernzomatic Ts8000 Well built. Lights first time every time. Adjustable flame is a great feature. The only issue is the flame adjustment knob is too big and it moves when you brush against it with your hand when picking it up.
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