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52 SMOKESHOP April 2016 Kretek International, Inc. has announced the arrival of the new Djeep Brushed Metallic Luxury collection featuring a choice of four vibrant, fashionable colors and updated sur- face graphics. The only disposable lighter made entirely in Europe, all Djeep models feature an adjustable flame, extra- large thumb plate, and triple tank delivering up to 4,000 lights, while the oversized wind-guard make them ideal for cigar smokers, too. The new brushed metallic design lighters come on a 36-count three-tier display, as well as on Djeep's 24-count slant tray and will carry the same item code as the current Djeep Chrome Luxury series which it replaces. Both disposable displays offer a small counter foot print, perfect for front or back counter in c-stores or smoke shops. Promotional opportunities are available. Kretek International, Inc., Moorkpark, Calif., Toll-free: (800) 358-8100, Email: salesinfo@kretek.com, Web: kretek.com. Named in honor of Colibri founder and intrepid inventor Julius Lowenthal, the Julius classic double-flame lighter from Colibri is dressed in a gripping diamond-pattern Pachmayr grip case and equipped with a robust angled soft double-flame that pro- vides a strong natural burn, even outdoors. Ignition with the oversized roll bar is described by the manufacturer as "effort- less," while power is easily increased with a gentle twist of the new touch fuel wheel. This wind-resistant lighter features an easy-to-read blue fuel level window and is altitude tested up to 12,000 feet. It is offered in five colors: black, black and chrome, black and gold, red, and blue. Suggested retail price is $125 and includes a gift box. Colibri Group, Inc., East Providence, R.I., Tel: (401) 943- 2100, Email: info@colibri.com, Web: colibri.com. SHOWCASE >>>GIFTS & ACCESSORIES Product > Julius Classic Double Flame Lighter from Colibri In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the launch of the original Xikar cutter, Xikar is releasing a limited edition 20th Anniversary Retro Xi1 cutter. Available in four original fin- ishes—black, titanium, silver, and champagne—the cutters feature the Xikar 20th Anniversary Logo and the signatures of the company's founders, Kurt Van Keppel and Scott Almsberger. Coinciding with the anniversary, the United States Patent and Trademark Office has awarded Xikar, Inc. a trademark on the shape of the Xi cutter, establishing that the cutter possesses "iconic" status in its industry and estab- lishes perpetual protection of the design. "Out of an idea we built in our garages and sold to our local cigar retailers, Scott and I built an iconic cutter, and then a brand. With support from the Xikar Nation and our loyal retailers, the brand continued to grow and became bigger than the product itself," said Van Keppel, Xikar c.e.o. In 1994, Van Keppel wanted to buy a good cigar cutter, but found that both the inexpensive and high-end models underperformed. So, he set out with Almsberger, now Xikar's chief design officer, to match "good design," i.e. ergonomics and function, with the best styling and materi- als. The result was the Xi cutter, launched in 1996. Van Keppel and Almsberger will be vis- iting numerous retail locations throughout the country this year as they embark on a "20th Anniversary Thank-You Tour" in gratitude to the over 1 million consumers, retailers, and ambassadors of the Xikar brand for their continued sup- port over the years. Xikar, Inc., Kansas City, Mo., Tel: (816) 474-7555, Email: info@xikar.com, Web: www.xikar.com. > Djeep Updates Chrome Luxury Lighter Series with Brushed Metallic > Limited Edition Retro Xi1 Cutter Marks 20 Years of Xikar Innovation > Left to right: Founding Xikar partners Kurt Van Keppel, president, and Scott Almsberger, vice president.