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    Magnesium - Cutting to make firestarter

    I hadn't really thought the design through yet, but I think that instead of mounting on the side I might drill a hole in the end and expoy the ferro rod into the end. The Magnesium end could be used to hold the ferro when struck. Also, anyone have a source for ferro rods? Would like to just...
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    Magnesium - Cutting to make firestarter

    I would like to mimic something like this: EBAY Item Thanks
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    Magnesium - Cutting to make firestarter

    Hi, I'm interested in buy some bulk magnesium to make firestarters. I would like to cut the bulk into smaller pieces. What special handeling or care does it require? Should it be sawed by hand or can it be put into a metal band saw at a slow speed? I am worried about the flakes/sparks from...
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