It is a shortened, easier to remember version of the company creator's name, Marcel Bich. http://www.bicworld.com/inter_us/corporate/history/baron.asp#
no you can not refill a bic they are factory sealed
yes.
No, a Bic lighter is designed to only ignite when the spark wheel is turned, ensuring it does not self-combust.
No, you cannot adjust the flame on a standard Bic lighter. Bic lighters are designed with a fixed flame height for safety and consistency. If you need an adjustable flame, consider using a different type of lighter that offers that feature.
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An average BIC lighter can cost anywhere from $0.50-$1.50. Depending on which state you live in, the tax can be high or low.
http://ask.metafilter.com/25940/How-do-bic-lighters-maintain-such-a-constant-flame
3.25in. = 8.2mm.
2.2 grams
Supposedly the highest selling BIC lighter color is black and the lowest selling is yellow. But honestly I couldn't find a yellow BIC anywhere for months when I went looking so that's no surprise to me.
From my experience, I was able to carry a Bic lighter with me in my check in baggage.
Bic lighters are the best