Firefly ferro rod for SAK
- Thread starter Mark Baigent
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I think you are correct, that makes them very expensive with the shipping, maybe I should sand a large one down, that would be fun
Still wanting firefly for my SAK. I noticed they have a new product called FireAnt which fits into the corkscrew. Still unable to get them from a UK distributor, and the shipping makes them too expensive. I notice that Amazon.co.uk had them but out of stock. Is anyone willing to import a whole load, pay the shipping once and then sell them on locally in the UK?
I backed both projects on kickstarter, I have been very happy with mine, they are only a small company. They both work well in various SAK I have and also fit other knives I have like my German army knives and mauser bladed one. When I backed the fire ant I got some more fireflies and delivery was fast and I received quickly. The small version fits in to the key ring models any normal or large sized SAKs should use the larger model. The grey does glow in the dark but the florescent version makes it easier to tell which item you have and not to pull out the tweezers instead and I prefer that model. The fireant is a small ferro rod and comes in some great colours.
@TinkyPete Yes, I'm going to buy.
Firefly 3 Pack - Neon Green Glow x1 USD16.49
+ First Class International Flat Rate USD14.00
TOTAL= USD 30.49 is a bit expensive but they are really cool!
Firefly 3 Pack - Neon Green Glow x1 USD16.49
+ First Class International Flat Rate USD14.00
TOTAL= USD 30.49 is a bit expensive but they are really cool!
It would need supporting on one side I think, maybe hold it against a piece of wood, but there are vids on youtube using them ok if supported by their finger.
As this is more of an emergency item and you might not need all three from the pack. Maybe share the cost with someone? That makes it $10 each which is not bad. Or order more and do a group buy.
Also watch this:
Also watch this:
I have a single small SAK unused Firefly of that's of any interest.
I bought a pack on the Kickstarter campaign but only used the SAK full-size versions. Totally impressed and I've bought into the corkscrew firestarter campaign as well. Still awaiting delivery on that.
I bought a pack on the Kickstarter campaign but only used the SAK full-size versions. Totally impressed and I've bought into the corkscrew firestarter campaign as well. Still awaiting delivery on that.
On use there is a method you should use. They posted it from the off on their kickstarter and YouTube channels. Basically you strike it on the short side and with a finger backing it up.
I bought the 3 Fireflies.
Firefly 3 Pack - Neon Green Glow x1 USD16.49
+ First Class International Flat Rate USD14.00
I then got stung by Royal Mail for an ADDITIONAL £14.01 import tax into the UK. So all in all, a VERY VERY expensive buy, but so happy with them now I've got them.
The FireAnt has become an official Victorinox product.
Check this out: Mini Tool FireAnt Set
Victorinox Mini Tool FireAnt Set - 4.1330.B1 ++ Explore the world of perfect Swiss quality online ++ Home of the Original Swiss Army knife ++ Find a store close to you ++
www.victorinox.com
Price is ridicolous though imo
Nice, I just ordered one. Thanks for the info about thisThe FireAnt has become an official Victorinox product.
Check this out: Mini Tool FireAnt Set
Victorinox Mini Tool FireAnt Set - 4.1330.B1 ++ Explore the world of perfect Swiss quality online ++ Home of the Original Swiss Army knife ++ Find a store close to you ++
Price is ridicolous though imo
Hi folks, if anyone is still looking for the Tortoise Gear Firefly or Fire Ants in the UK, then I have some on my Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/PilgrimLeathercraft
I wouldn’t bother, I paid £6.99 for what turned out to be one tiny bit of tinder and one little ferrocium rod that broke when I put it in the corkscrew, I never even got to use it!
. I was under the impression I was buying a full packet, not one little thing.Similar threads
