anybody used this firesteel tube?

[crushthesystem]

http://www.survivaldepot.co.uk/Firesteel+Tube/p474753_2205177.aspx

I like the look of the exotac nanostriker but would prefer something bigger. Has anybody used one of these at all? Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,

Steve.

 

[Ahjno]

You had a look at those from Going Gear?

http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=51

No personal experience, but heard good stories here on the Forums.

 

[crushthesystem]

Aren't they just blanks? Or do you mean the aurora?

Steve

 

[Hugo]

I have the original Armageddon fire steel from firesteel.com.
It really does work well, mind you it is a heavy blighter, and well overpriced when ordering from the states.

 

[crushthesystem]

I did look at them but don't think I can justify the costs so I was looking for a similar alternative over here or an outlet for them over here. I don't suppose you know of anywhere do you?

 

[Hugo]

I got mine shipped over, it does give off very good sparks but there must be a better local alternative for you somewhere.

 

[crushthesystem]

Well if nobody has tried the one in the link my only option may be an import from them. I would rather not risk buying a cheaper version because in my experience it is always going to be worth waiting and spending more on it...

 

[HHazeldean]

I reckon that they look pretty good yet would wear through too quickly.

 

[dave53]

hi crushthesystem long time no see how are you did you go to ashford this year regards dave

 

[eminen]

i have one of from here works ok and a lot cheaper
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/wilder...-sawtooth-map-rangefinder-compass-black-48810

 

[crushthesystem]

Hi Dave, it has been a long time no speak. I don't have the money for the mayday this year but I think I have a few friends who want to learn the bowdrill and flint and steel so I am running a bit of a firecraft tutorial at the weekend I think. Are you doing anything good this year? How have you been? Eminen, the rod you posted looked a lot like the one in my link. I may have to just try it I think... is the rod about the same size as the swedish firesteel?

Cheers for the replies,

Steve

 

[eminen]

Eminen, the rod you posted looked a lot like the one in my link. I may have to just try it I think... is the rod about the same size as the swedish firesteel?

Cheers for the replies,

Steve

they look identical to me except the difference in price,sorry not tried Swedish firesteels as i prefer the ones from firesteel.com

 

[crushthesystem]

With no offence meant how can you prefer something if you haven't tried the alternative? I appreciate you giving me your opinions very much, this forum really is invaluable to me.

Steve

 

[eminen]

With no offence meant how can you prefer something if you haven't tried the alternative? I appreciate you giving me your opinions very much, this forum really is invaluable to me.

Steve

i watched reviews like this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YhZYxUJGr8&feature and decided i would like a mischmetal one that firesteel.com and goinggear.com sell rather than the standard ones that light my fire and others do,i also prefer to have a firesteel tube rather than a standard one.

 

[crushthesystem]

Good point well made. I will have to look in to getting a firesteel.com one I think. Cheers very much eminen.

Steve.

 

[Bardster]

Shark designs do a large range of firesteels in different sizes. http://www.sharkdesigns.co.uk/bushcraft/bushcraft_catagories/fire_sparks_main_view.html

 

[Zingmo]

I don't get it. Am I missing the point? Surely the point of a firesteel is that it doesn't need to be kept dry like matches. Isn't this just a way to make kit heavier. I admit it does look nice but I still can't see the advantage.

I just bought a large swedish steel for £1.45 off the bay including postage!

Z

 

[crushthesystem]

They corrode with moisture, it can be a pain for me because I do a lot of fishing and camping and I have found that in a pocket my sweat gets to them when I am walking so an enclosed waterproof version eliminates this problem.

 

[Retired Member southey]

A small ziplok bag?

 

[crushthesystem]

I know that is all it would take but I like the idea of the tubes. To be fair I could just stop being lazy and pay closer attention to my ferro rod. I suppose I just like the look of the firesteel tubes... I know you guys are all taking good sense, I like gadgety things. (not enough that I will buy anything marked with Bear Grylls emblazoned in bright orange plastic though)