I would but it seems a little bulky and crude. And those 9v batts are expensive here. I may try a electric bbq igniter soon.

I love those darn Piezo for simplicity though.......

wear down and crack from being struck every time you push the button.

Thanks guys. I think you probably hit the nail on the head there: the crystal, probably in those 8 dollar jobs, just cracks after one two many pushes. That would explain why the spark does not disappear straight away, but ...

I have tried many ignitions, but the BBQ lighters (piezo pushbuttons) are so easy to install and small. But I, and everyone else it seems, hate the reliability.

I seem to get a days worth of fun (say 30 shots) of each at the most.

I have just found a nice Italian made one on a salvaged water ...