Any recommendations for pro level torch that’s not made in China?
Need for crime brûlée’s, etc.
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August 24, 2019, 10:59 PM
AZSigs
I want to know the recommendations too
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August 24, 2019, 11:08 PM
flashguy
What's a "kitchen torch"? What's it used for?
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August 25, 2019, 01:26 AM
zoom6zoom
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Originally posted by flashguy: What's a "kitchen torch"? What's it used for?
flashguy (not a cook)
searing meats, putting the crust on creme brulee, lighting your cigar... all sorts of things. I've got one of the small butane jobs... but honestly, I usually reach for the self igniting Bernzomatic propane torch. It works better, and it's a hell of a lot cheaper.
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August 25, 2019, 01:43 AM
SigSAC
Here is a listing of some possible ideas. I have the Searzall unit for sous vide.
I had the Searzall and it works well but the the combination of it, torch and propane cylinder makes for a rather large somewhat unwieldy piece of equipment that took up a lot of space in my cabinet. After a year I gave it to my son and went back to the thick and heavy hot pan method. My son likes it a lot and uses it all the time.
If I get another it will likely be the Iwatani Pro 2. They seem to be in a lot of restaurant kitchens and they’re under $30, not a big investment if I end up not using it. I’m pretty happy with how my pan seared steaks come out though.
August 25, 2019, 08:57 AM
Beancooker
I used Bernzomatic with a Coleman (short fat) tank. Not sure where it’s made, but it works very well. Same torch I used in restaurants 20 years ago.
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August 25, 2019, 09:12 AM
smschulz
August 25, 2019, 09:30 AM
Skins2881
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Originally posted by Beancooker: I used Bernzomatic with a Coleman (short fat) tank. Not sure where it’s made, but it works very well. Same torch I used in restaurants 20 years ago.
I use the TS8000. May be a bit much for deserts, but great for a steak for sure.
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August 25, 2019, 11:15 AM
konata88
Thanks guys. Bernzomatic sounds interesting. But is the flame too hot / too large for the kitchen? Is it okay for the small crime brûlée ramekins? I don’t want to crack or shatter my cookware.
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August 25, 2019, 01:14 PM
mbinky
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What's a "kitchen torch"? What's it used for?
Emergencies I'd imagine
One of these should do. Although I'm not sure how well it sears beef...
August 25, 2019, 03:44 PM
jimmy123x
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Originally posted by konata88: Thanks guys. Bernzomatic sounds interesting. But is the flame too hot / too large for the kitchen? Is it okay for the small crime brûlée ramekins? I don’t want to crack or shatter my cookware.
It should be fine, keep in mind you're keeping the flame a good bit away from the cookware and crème brulee. Careful with your counter tops also.
I use an ancor mini torch for doing heatshrinking. It is small, about twice the width of a BIC lighter, uses refillable butane found at the grocery store, and if you're only using it for crème brulee it would work perfectly and it's cheap.
From link - "Safe at any angle after preheating two minutes."
No thanks, I ain't got time for that.
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August 25, 2019, 10:51 PM
Beancooker
quote:
Originally posted by konata88: Thanks guys. Bernzomatic sounds interesting. But is the flame too hot / too large for the kitchen? Is it okay for the small crime brûlée ramekins? I don’t want to crack or shatter my cookware.
I make them in a 6oz ramekin. No issues.
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Originally posted by sigmonkey: I'd fly to Turks and Caicos with live ammo falling out of my pockets before getting within spitting distance of NJ with a firearm.
August 26, 2019, 12:59 AM
corsair
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Originally posted by konata88: Thanks guys. Bernzomatic sounds interesting. But is the flame too hot / too large for the kitchen? Is it okay for the small crime brûlée ramekins? I don’t want to crack or shatter my cookware.
I use the Benzomatic and there's no issues, you're just caramelizing or, searing. Always a humorous reaction when a tool from the garage finds its way into the kitchen. You're going to use THAT?!
August 26, 2019, 07:20 AM
bettysnephew
I used an electric heat gun once when I ran out of fuel at a very inopportune moment. Worked great.
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August 26, 2019, 02:48 PM
PASig
I worked in professional kitchens and they all used only this type with a regular blue propane bottle:
August 26, 2019, 03:12 PM
NavyGuy
I had a butane one for awhile but it started leaking and was a PITA. Used it mainly to start wood chips to add smoke to my gas grill. Don't remember the brand but as I recall it cost about $15 or so. Thew it away. I tried using my tool kit regular torch but it would not work when inverted beyond the horizontal plane. I guess you need a special valve or one on a hose for that to work.
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