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Awesome Firestarters

Kea Ignite Firestarter

Kea Ignite Firestarter
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Get campfires going quickly with this compact firestarter kit. The Kea Ignite includes a ferrocerium rod and curved steel scraper rod which reliably spark up in almost any conditions. Both pieces stow neatly inside of a CNC-machined aluminum cylinder and are easy to use even if you’ve never started a fire before.

Überleben Zünden 2.0 Firestarter

Überleben Zünden 2.0 Firestarter
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The latest version of Überleben’s Zünden firestarter has a super-tough handle made from a wood composite. Its Sånft-korr ferrocerium rod and concave carbon-steel scraper get hot sparks going in seconds, while a paracord lanyard connects its parts so they never get separated.

Prepared4X Firestarter Kit

Prepared4X Firestarter Kit
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You’ll never have trouble starting a campfire again with this firestarter kit from Prepared4X. It includes a 36″ length of tinder wick rope that can burn for up to 3 hours, along with a curved ferrocerium striker and metal handle with a flint edge to quickly spark things up. Available in 4″ and 6″ sizes.

Tactica M.020 Camping Tool

Tactica M.020 Camping Tool
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Tactica’s compact camping tool is small enough to put in your pocket or hang from your bag strap. The stainless steel multitool was engineered for everyday outdoor tasks and has a ferro rod firestarter, a rope cutter with straight and serrated edges, a tent peg puller, and a bottle opener. Available in orange, silver, or black finishes.

Ferrofire Striker Firestarter Tool

Ferrofire Striker Firestarter Tool
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Ferrofire’s carbon steel striker tool works with standard ferrocerium rods to quickly start fires. In addition to its sharp striker edge, it has a serrated tip for making wood curls or soft ferrocerium to use as tinder. The striker comes two to a pack, but ferro rods are sold separately. Ferrofire also sells combo kits that include a striker and a rod.

Black Beard Fire Plugs

Black Beard Fire Plugs

These flammable, fiber-filled plugs help light campfires and fire pits with ease. They ignite quickly and will burn long enough to get a fire going, even if they get wet. Each bag comes with enough plugs to start 50 fires, and they have a 30-year shelf life, making them great for a survival kit.

Firebiner Multitool

Firebiner Multitool
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A super handy EDC survival tool, the Firebiner can clip onto a belt loop or bag, and provides a spark wheel for starting fires, a safety blade for cutting cord or line, a flat blade screwdriver, and that all-important bottle opener. Available in multicolor, black, blue, or silver.

SOG Flint Survival & Defense Tool

SOG Flint Survival & Defense Tool
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This handy pocket tool packs three useful survival items in a pen-sized package. It’s got a carbide-tipped glass breaker, a safety whistle, and a firestarter and steel wool tinder compartment inside its anodized aluminum shell. It also has a built-in keyring for easy carrying.

Atomic Bear Firestarter Wand

Atomic Bear Firestarter Wand
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Get your campfire started quickly and reliably every time with this unique tool from The Atomic Bear. The anodized aluminum wand holds a length of paraffin-infused rope, which stays lighted while you hold it in the fire – and without burning your fingers. Includes three 13″ lengths of wax rope.

14 Unique Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed

14 Unique Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed

Most toolboxes have a screwdriver, hammer, pliers, and other basic tools. But sometimes, you need a specialized tool to get the job done. We’ve selected 14 cool and unique tools that can make quick work of various tasks, from removing stripped screws to cutting carpet to driving screws and nails in tight quarters.

S.O.L. Scout Survival Kit

S.O.L. Scout Survival Kit
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Despite the brand name, you won’t be S.O.L. if you find yourself in an emergency and you’re carrying this survival kit. It comes in a waterproof bag and includes eight kinds of items that can help you light a fire, signal rescuers, perform emergency repairs, and survive in extreme conditions.

Hot Shot Firestarter Card Gen2

Hot Shot Firestarter Card Gen2

The latest version of Grim Workshop’s Hot Shot wallet card packs everything you need to get a fire started. It includes a sharp knife for trimming leaves, a saw for cutting small branches, a ferrocerium and magnesium fire-starting bar, a pry bar, and even tweezers in case you get a splinter. Kickstarter buyers also get a free tinder card to help stoke the flames.

Überleben Tindår Firestarter

Überleben Tindår Firestarter
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This simple camping accessory belongs in every backpack. The Tindår combines an aluminum sleeve and a paraffin-infused rope that acts like an extended matchstick. It burns for up to an hour to help get your campfire started and keep it burning. The sleeve can be used to snuff the flame or as a mini-bellows with the wick removed.

PDW SPD Ti-Kit Fox ST Mini Prybar

PDW SPD Ti-Kit Fox ST Mini Prybar
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This titanium pry tool from Prometheus Design Werx has a built-in striker for sparking fires. The striker can be rotated through its four carbide edges to maximize life, and its pry tip can open packages. The tool has jimping for a firm grip, and a lanyard hole. The ferro rod isn’t included, but you can find plenty on Amazon.

Infinity Titanium Firestarter + Multitool

Infinity Titanium Firestarter + Multitool

This multifunctional titanium pocket tool stands out from the crowd with a ferro rod firestarter and a waterproof cache for storing pills or driver bits. It also includes a pry bar/box opener, bottle opener, nail puller, screwdriver, and window breaker. A built-in clip makes hanging it from a belt loop or pendant easy.

Nomad X Multitool

Nomad X Multitool
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This multifunctional tool from Nomad combines a pry bar with four wrenches, a bottle opener, and a flint wheel firestarter at its back. Each one is handmade from powder-coated stainless steel and accented with carbon fiber. Available in gunmetal, black, stormtrooper, and green zombie finishes.

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