Has anyone used the magnifying glass in a Swiss Army Knife to start a fire? I've managed to do it twice, and it's really satisfying! The sun has to be at its peak, but it can be done. If you haven't done it, give it a go...it's fun!
Swiss Army Knife Magnifying Glass
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I'm very impressed! It's such a tiny piece, and plastic to boot.
What were you focusing it on to?
What were you focusing it on to?
Ha! I spent a number of years in the "liquid sunshine" end of the States so I understand! 
John, that's pretty accurate...held slightly away, approx. 3-4 cm from tinder, and with the right amount of sunlight it will do it. I have a Swisschamp, Woodsman and Explorer that I love nothing more than seeing the looks on people's faces when I do this trick. That, and saving the day with the corkscrew at a party!
John, that's pretty accurate...held slightly away, approx. 3-4 cm from tinder, and with the right amount of sunlight it will do it. I have a Swisschamp, Woodsman and Explorer that I love nothing more than seeing the looks on people's faces when I do this trick. That, and saving the day with the corkscrew at a party! Sun? What is this SUN you speak of!? He's a witch. Burn him! With his glass MAGNIFICATION! Sorcery.
You speak as one that has knowledge of such dark arts? this word "magnification" you know its meaning?....... thus you sir! are convicted by your own voice!.......burn him also!
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I haven't played with a magnifying glass in the sun for years. I used to enjoy writing my name on a piece of white paper and then scorch the writing like a laser.
Always used to remind me of Goldfinger!
I sometimes take a loupe to look at beetles and orb spiders when I'm nature spotting, I'm sure that'd work.
I also have one of them fresnel lens somewhere but I haven't made fire with it yet.
Always used to remind me of Goldfinger!
I sometimes take a loupe to look at beetles and orb spiders when I'm nature spotting, I'm sure that'd work.
I also have one of them fresnel lens somewhere but I haven't made fire with it yet.
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