Lighters: Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Product Number: 001-068-0196

Along with the katana, the kabuto (winged battle helm) boasts an integral association with the pre-Meiji Restoration samurai class. While the inspiration for the Kiribi shapes all hail directly from the zenith of Art Deco, the Kabuto also incorporates an homage to this tradition within the gesture of the wing-like cap toggle — a direct reference to the fukigaeshi (crescent like wings on the side of the kabuto)

Though distinctly retro-chic on the outside, your new Kabuto sports a state-of-the-art modernist design, technology, and cutting-edge innovations within. It features:

angled flame design that offers a convenient and more gentle light for your pipe
hinge spring made of a special polymer that is far more resilient to fatigue than steel
single tank construction with impressive fuel capacity
100% hand assembled in Japan
sturdy brass, steel, and nickel construction

Your lighter, like your choice of cuff-links or writing pen, communicates much about your discerning tastes to others. Let your new Kiribi Kabuto do some of the talking, others will get the message.

The Kiribi Kabuto is available in red sateen, sophisticated silver satin, understated black matte, or the modernist black nickel before you.

Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

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$100.00
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3.8

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Worked great until...

September 05, 2023

By: Mordechai G.

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

It worked great and was really performing until about a year of use when it started not lighting consistently.. I no longer have the warranty for it but will try to get it fixed

Nice idea

September 11, 2022

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

I've had this lighter for about three years. As much as I like it, it has a couple critical faults. The set screw that secures the cap lever continuously comes loose. I've tightened it so many times that the screw head is stripped. Also, the cap seems to be responsible for shutting off the fuel. It doesn't close secure enough and I have to refuel nearly monthly. Overall nice idea, but poorly constructed. Update: another year later, I can barely get this lighter to light. The newest problem is that the butane nozzle rotates and either doesn't light or directs a flame back at my finger. It's very hard to rotate the nozzle to a position that works. For the amount of money this baby cost, i expected more. I'll not buy a Kiribi again....Read More

Sad Ending

March 14, 2022

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

This is a great lighter for the first couple of years. Sadly, much light the review by BartD, it has failed. Buy the IM Corona. It is well worth the extra money!!

Excellent value

December 27, 2020

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

I've had my Kiribi for about 2 years now and it has held up nicely using multiple times a day. I clean the valve area every month or so with simple 91% alcohol... The only issues I have ever had was the first few weeks I used the lighter while using CHEAP butane... This lighter demands high grade gas, I suggest Xikar High Alt'. after the switch it runs flawlessly!...Read More

Almost Perfect

October 27, 2020

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

I love this lighter and have had no major problems after a month of use. I feel like the flame size shrinks when the lighter gets really cold but it still works fine with how I have it set. I did run out on me once at an inopportune time but that's on me.

Excellent Lighter

October 22, 2020

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

I had been using an IMI Corona "Old Boy" in black matte for the last 10 years. It works all the time. I felt the need for something with a little more class, so I got the Kiribi Kabuto. It is simple and elegant in appearance and has a nice weight in the hand. The flame is soft and wide, and the fit and finish are first-rate. I particularly like the upswept lever on the cap, which adds a distinctive look to the lighter. It remains to be seen how this lighter will perform over the long haul, but I love it so far....Read More

Great Lighter

October 02, 2020

By: Southern Smoker

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

I really like the esthetics of this lighter and it feels hefty in the hand. I do occasionally have to strike the flint more than once to get it to light, but once it does it's great for lighting a pipe. I would totally buy this brand again.

Game changer

February 20, 2020

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Having only used my old Zippo and matches for years I was skeptical about putting down so much money for a lighter. But after just a few uses I gotta say its well worth it. The angled flame makes a world of difference in the ease of lighting your pipe. The construction is solid and lights easy every time I can easily see this lasting many years to come....Read More

Not a Great Expeience

July 30, 2019

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Sadly, my Kiribi began leaking under warranty. I was supposedly fixed, only after the warranty expired. I have sent it back two more times, now only to be told an internal solder is "damaged" and cannot be repaired. A big waste of money. Coronas are much more dependable.

Best pipe lighter I own

July 19, 2017

Product: Lighters Kiribi Pipe Lighter - Kabuto Black Nickel

Love this lighter. Has incredible capacity!