Swedish FireSteel
Swedish FireSteel was originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense. You slowly move a metal blade across the Firesteel, creating nearly 3,000°C (5,500°F) sparks that can easily be thrown onto a small pile of dry grass, leaves, or paper to start a fire.
If you like to go camping and want to start campfires quickly, or even if you just need help lighting the barbecue, this FireSteel will last for approximately 12,000 strikes and works just as well in the rain and snow as it does when it’s a sunny day.
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“Used by a number of armies around the world, Swedish FireSteel’s dependability has already made it a favorite of survival experts, hunters, fishermen and campers. It has also found its way into cabins and backyards as a fool-proof way to light stoves and gas-barbecues. Amazingly enough it also works equally well when wet. We think geeks will appreciate the power of being able to start a fire with such a simple tool.”
