So i bought it twice, 2 mistakes. - UST Delta Stormproof Lighter

After the first SDL stopped working 2 weeks after purchasing it, I returned it to the store where I bought it. (The problem was ignition failure.) They kindly gave me a new SDL and I crossed it off as I got a lemon, it happens. A month later, guess what? Same problem. I couldn't coax a flame out of that lighter with a Haitian witch doctor and a chicken sacrafice. I contacted UST and couldn't get a replacement. this is the DUMB part. I love the general design of the thing so, yes, I bought another figuring the odds were in my favor. WELL,.... Worked great for about 3 weeks then, no flame. As I write this, #3 is in my left hand. I depress the ignition switch, the coil turns orange, gas comes out, but no flame. I can light the gas with my Bic lighter. I do a lot of winter camping and my Bic has never let me down; always carry 2 with another in my pack. The SDL is just another pretty face. DO NOT NOT RELY ON IT as your primary source of fire starting. For winter fire starting, keep a couple Bic lighters in your pocket to keep the gas warm, cup your hand as a wind break, lite your fire and save a LOT of money even perhaps your life; I also carry a box of waterproof hurricane matches with me when going up into the mountains.