Late season in Wisconsin, I hunt with a heater body suit. I have good luck staying warm with single use hand warmers. I tried the rechargable hand warmers, but wasn't super happy with them. Does anybody use the zippo hand warmers that run on lighter fluid? How do they work and how much heat do they give off?
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when did you try the rechargable warmers?
reason I ask, they have come a long way in a short amout of time.
back in the day they were like 100-200mah, now they are over 1000mah and on low last for 6-10 hours
in a good hand muff they are da-bomb
okay I looked at mine, not 1000 but 10,000 mah
this is about the top brand, there are others that cost less, all depends on your use
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reason I ask, they have come a long way in a short amout of time.
back in the day they were like 100-200mah, now they are over 1000mah and on low last for 6-10 hours
in a good hand muff they are da-bomb
okay I looked at mine, not 1000 but 10,000 mah
this is about the top brand, there are others that cost less, all depends on your use
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I've used them in the past with mixed results. I've used fluid filled ones and butane filled ones. I personally feel like they are more trouble than they are worth and didn't notice a huge difference between the mega warmers that are air activated. I've also spilled the fluid filled ones trying to refill the canister and then you have a smelly mess on your hands...literally.
Concur with Dafis. My electric handwarmers are awesome. I've not run them out of charge for at least six hour sits. The caveat I'd give with that is I'm trying to keep my hands comfortable, not warm. I suspect I'd run them out of charge faster if using them on a higher setting.
My wife bought me four of them probably 15-16 yrs ago. I love them. I've never noticed a smell either or if they smell it doesn't changes my deer sightings. For me a Thermacell early season and my warmers lates season. If either smell, too bad cause I can't hunt without them.
Mine stay warm all day. Don't light them for a short little sit because there's no way to cool them down other than wait. Also, don't lose the little covering that comes with them because they are too hot to handle without that covering.
On two of mine I need a replacement, I guess it's some type of cloth element. There's a small screen and some kind of cloth. The cloth finally burnt out on two of mine after all these years but I don't know where to get a replacement or what they're even called to search it.
Mine stay warm all day. Don't light them for a short little sit because there's no way to cool them down other than wait. Also, don't lose the little covering that comes with them because they are too hot to handle without that covering.
On two of mine I need a replacement, I guess it's some type of cloth element. There's a small screen and some kind of cloth. The cloth finally burnt out on two of mine after all these years but I don't know where to get a replacement or what they're even called to search it.
You can Google zippo hand warmer replacement burner and order replacements. Most places they’re around $7 or $8.
I always wondered if you could light one of those things and safety keep it lit deep in your pocket? Seems counter intuitive.
They still make those things? I had a set back in the 70's that had a belt that went around the back and the two Zippos kept your kidneys warm.
I had the same experience. I figured if I can smell the lighter fluid, a deer certainly can. I quickly decided it wasn’t worth it.
I have used both and do use both at same time.
I have issues with cold hands. Unfortunately I think it's going to be much worse this year. While fishing in April this year my hands got extremely cold for an extended period. I've lost most of my sensation on my left pinky finger and end of the ring finger. On my right hand there is some slight numbness on my tip of my index finger as well as the end of my middle finger.
A couple days ago I was out hiking and the temperature dropped only to about 40 to 45°. My hands got pretty cold and that numbness came back. For the most part it felt as though I had recovered 95% from the frost nip I had but it appears it will come back every time my hands get cold now.
If I know I'm going to sit for an extended period, I like the Zippo refillable hand warmers. Once they get going they don't stop until they run out of fuel which can be a very long time. I want to say at least 7 hours for the big ones but the time is variable.
Pro's
1. solid heat for long period of time
2. You can put them in you pocket. On occasion though you should let some air around them otherwise they can eventually go out.
3. Refill cost is cheap. Initial purchase cost is cheap too.
Con
1. Filling them can be tricky. More tricky when you are in the woods in a tree stand and it's cold and windy. Probably no big deal if you're in a blind.
2.. variable output. I've had a few that burn pretty hot it might run out quite a bit quicker and other times not the best heat output, last a long time. And I'm talking about the exact same heater from used to use. When they seem to struggle and have low output it feels like they are way more likely to go out on you randomly. This happens sometimes and it could be tricky to relight them.
3. Takes practice and some trial and error. Try it at home or perhaps try it on a day that you don't really need the heat.
4. They are really picky about the quantity of fuel. They have a sweet spot that they run really good. They come with a little poor container to measure how much. I've had difficulties getting them going if I only half fill them. If you overfill them, it makes a mess and the whole thing will catch on fire (for a short period) until the fuel Burns off the outside.
5. Some smell when burning but nothing I would be concerned about alerting a deer. If you were to spill the fuel on you that could be a different story
I'm going to have a all day set though I bring them. Or it's going to be really cold. I start them up in the truck.
The little pour container is a little bit of a pain to use in the woods. You can practice doing a consistent squeeze of the fuel or the time it takes to drip out while filling the little pour container. Eventually you can get pretty good at filling it 75-100% full. On the downside you are going to at some point spill some on the top doing this. You can't really see inside how full the unit is. It goes from needing more fuel to full instantaneously.
That's my tips and tricks. I do also carry four Zippo electric hand warmers. Basically that's so I can keep two hand warmers going at all times. I prefer the higher heat and they only last a couple hours. I do a lot of all day since that could be 8 to 12 hours. Obviously when it warms up I turn them off in the middle of the day. By having four a hand warmers I can always be charging a pair that is discharged with a spare battery Bank.
When I was young I don't remember having issues with the cold but over the last 15 to 20 years it's become a real issue for me.
Oh and a hand muff. The handmuff is a huge deal. Get a comfortable one. Even one that's not extremely insulated we'll make a world of a difference to cut the wind and keep you warmer. I prefer a roomy one and a style that is rather v-shaped. I'll keep my phone and hand warmers in with my hands in this way they don't fall out.
I hope you find some benefit to everything I wrote. I did this with talk and text and I didn't proofread it so you might have to read between the lines.
I have issues with cold hands. Unfortunately I think it's going to be much worse this year. While fishing in April this year my hands got extremely cold for an extended period. I've lost most of my sensation on my left pinky finger and end of the ring finger. On my right hand there is some slight numbness on my tip of my index finger as well as the end of my middle finger.
A couple days ago I was out hiking and the temperature dropped only to about 40 to 45°. My hands got pretty cold and that numbness came back. For the most part it felt as though I had recovered 95% from the frost nip I had but it appears it will come back every time my hands get cold now.
If I know I'm going to sit for an extended period, I like the Zippo refillable hand warmers. Once they get going they don't stop until they run out of fuel which can be a very long time. I want to say at least 7 hours for the big ones but the time is variable.
Pro's
1. solid heat for long period of time
2. You can put them in you pocket. On occasion though you should let some air around them otherwise they can eventually go out.
3. Refill cost is cheap. Initial purchase cost is cheap too.
Con
1. Filling them can be tricky. More tricky when you are in the woods in a tree stand and it's cold and windy. Probably no big deal if you're in a blind.
2.. variable output. I've had a few that burn pretty hot it might run out quite a bit quicker and other times not the best heat output, last a long time. And I'm talking about the exact same heater from used to use. When they seem to struggle and have low output it feels like they are way more likely to go out on you randomly. This happens sometimes and it could be tricky to relight them.
3. Takes practice and some trial and error. Try it at home or perhaps try it on a day that you don't really need the heat.
4. They are really picky about the quantity of fuel. They have a sweet spot that they run really good. They come with a little poor container to measure how much. I've had difficulties getting them going if I only half fill them. If you overfill them, it makes a mess and the whole thing will catch on fire (for a short period) until the fuel Burns off the outside.
5. Some smell when burning but nothing I would be concerned about alerting a deer. If you were to spill the fuel on you that could be a different story
I'm going to have a all day set though I bring them. Or it's going to be really cold. I start them up in the truck.
The little pour container is a little bit of a pain to use in the woods. You can practice doing a consistent squeeze of the fuel or the time it takes to drip out while filling the little pour container. Eventually you can get pretty good at filling it 75-100% full. On the downside you are going to at some point spill some on the top doing this. You can't really see inside how full the unit is. It goes from needing more fuel to full instantaneously.
That's my tips and tricks. I do also carry four Zippo electric hand warmers. Basically that's so I can keep two hand warmers going at all times. I prefer the higher heat and they only last a couple hours. I do a lot of all day since that could be 8 to 12 hours. Obviously when it warms up I turn them off in the middle of the day. By having four a hand warmers I can always be charging a pair that is discharged with a spare battery Bank.
When I was young I don't remember having issues with the cold but over the last 15 to 20 years it's become a real issue for me.
Oh and a hand muff. The handmuff is a huge deal. Get a comfortable one. Even one that's not extremely insulated we'll make a world of a difference to cut the wind and keep you warmer. I prefer a roomy one and a style that is rather v-shaped. I'll keep my phone and hand warmers in with my hands in this way they don't fall out.
I hope you find some benefit to everything I wrote. I did this with talk and text and I didn't proofread it so you might have to read between the lines.
I got one last year and I like it. It does give off a smell, but that doesn’t bother me. I don’t figure it’s any worse than a Thermacell. I always try to set up with the wind in favor, anyway.
Anyone old enough to remember the ones that had the charcoal stick that you lit and put it into the clamshell case with the white “fire resistant” insulation? (Probably asbestos or rock wool).
Unless you like smelling like lighter fluid I see no reason to use them. Tons of rechargeable battery ones that are way better
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We offer a variety of hand warmers with different capacities and temperature settings to cater to the needs of various outdoor enthusiasts. Some of our models can provide a maximum of 15 hours of continuous warmth, such as the H01 series with a 10,000mAh capacity. Additionally, we have fast-charging versions that can fully charge a 10,000mAh hand warmer in approximately 3-4 hours. These hand warmers come in different sizes and weights, allowing you to choose the one that suits you best. If you're looking for a comfortable grip, you can explore our new releases for this year, such as the UT3 Pro and UT3 Lite series.
To be honest, many hunting lovers have bought our hand warmers before, and so far, we haven't received any feedback from users indicating that our hand warmers interfere with navigation systems. However, this may require your own judgment. It's worth mentioning that our best-selling model among hunting enthusiasts is the waterproof H01 PD Pro series.
Please feel free to contact our team if you would like to learn more. We are here to assist you.
PS: If you prefer not to our comment, please feel free to disregard it; we have no intention of causing any inconvenience. Good day!
We offer a variety of hand warmers with different capacities and temperature settings to cater to the needs of various outdoor enthusiasts. Some of our models can provide a maximum of 15 hours of continuous warmth, such as the H01 series with a 10,000mAh capacity. Additionally, we have fast-charging versions that can fully charge a 10,000mAh hand warmer in approximately 3-4 hours. These hand warmers come in different sizes and weights, allowing you to choose the one that suits you best. If you're looking for a comfortable grip, you can explore our new releases for this year, such as the UT3 Pro and UT3 Lite series.
To be honest, many hunting lovers have bought our hand warmers before, and so far, we haven't received any feedback from users indicating that our hand warmers interfere with navigation systems. However, this may require your own judgment. It's worth mentioning that our best-selling model among hunting enthusiasts is the waterproof H01 PD Pro series.
Please feel free to contact our team if you would like to learn more. We are here to assist you.
PS: If you prefer not to our comment, please feel free to disregard it; we have no intention of causing any inconvenience. Good day!
I have the refillable ones and rechargeable. If I'm going to be out all day I'd use the refillable one, just a few hours the rechargeable one is more convenient. The rechargeable one is hotter but the fuel one gets warm enough. I haven't had an issue with either other than remembering to charge the electric one.
I use Hot hands. I am going to order one of the rechargeable Zippos so I can recharge my phone if needed.
Hard to believe anyone still uses the fluid types for hunting. Mine are for ice fishing now. I have fond memories of the red-bagged Jon-E in the Northern Michigan woods during rifle season. That is one of the scents that brings back deer camp memories. Nowadays it is the rechargeable ones with the shake-type as back up with a muff. No worries about kids getting ahold of it, charging, or using it.
Mine aren't exactly zippo brand, when this thread first started it prodded me to get on Amazon and get some of those replacements and they didn't work with mine. My top doesn't detach, it's just a little replacement piece of what looks like screen mesh material and a piece of cloth that takes a long time to burn. It doesn't get super cold here so these four have lasted me about 15 years, well 2 of them have and 2 of them need replacing.
To be honest I've only used them a handful of times deer hunting in 15 years I'd say 7 or 8 times tops. Where I use mine is when bass tourney season starts late Feb and I'm sitting in the boat at o'dark thirty waiting for lines in and the guides on the rods freeze. Our early spring is way colder to me than late fall, especially sitting out in the middle of water.
Our season opener 2023 was a Sat-Sun tourney and it was mid 60s all week thru Friday and 21* Saturday morning and 18* Sunday morning. I bought an insulated wet suit just in case I went into the drink. It was great until my 3 pots of coffee ran their course. No peeing off the side of the boat I had to go on land.
Our last day of season is the first Sunday of January and we don't really get cold weather until the very end of January-first of February.
I am 60. I've used them since I was about 12. They work really well, and were in use long before I arrived . You fill them with lighter fluid, light the starter wick, and allow them to ignite the main burner. After that. Put them in the pouch and whatever pocket you wish.
You will get a slight odor of lighter fluid while they burn. They will last 6 to 12 hours depending on whether large or small.
You will get a slight odor of lighter fluid while they burn. They will last 6 to 12 hours depending on whether large or small.
I have the Ocoopas and they work great for me! Plus I can recharge my phone with them if I need to.
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