Been using a fire-steel for years, Sorry, can't understand why people can't get them to work and will never understand why campers would use anything else!
Rain, howling gales, snow, it doesn't matter - the firesteel will spark first time every time; one of the greatest things ever invented (and certainly one of the best ever to come out of Sweden!)
Don't forget the BLASTMATCH great fun but don't let any of the sparks get your fingers 'cos they don't arf 'urt - and of course, flint and steels, fire pistons etc
I`m with the Bimblers on this. Never fails. Why use anything else. As for using the Swedish army mess kit, Fantastic bit of kit. Tip.. In very cold weather, keep the little bottle of fuel(meths/alchohol) that comes with the kit, in your breast pocket, close to your body. It elevates the temp of the fuel a few degrees and allows it to light easier and vapourize better.
Quote: Originally posted by happybonzo on 24/10/2010
Try using the "King Alfred's cakes" fungus that grows on fallen Ash trees. Dry it and then it will take a spark - gets up to 800 degrees C I believe
Is that what people in ancient times used to light so they could carry fire with them from one place to another? Think I heard something about that at the Crannog Centre on Loch Tay.
I'm hoping for a firesteel from my brother for my birthday. I've dropped hints so here's hoping.
Quote: Originally posted by armchaircamper on 26/10/2010
Quote: Originally posted by happybonzo on 24/10/2010
Try using the "King Alfred's cakes" fungus that grows on fallen Ash trees. Dry it and then it will take a spark - gets up to 800 degrees C I believe
Is that what people in ancient times used to light so they could carry fire with them from one place to another?
I think that the fungus that you refer to is one of the Bracket fungi.
A day of all things motorhome and campervan. The show is held both in the main indoor arena and across the grounds. Catering, hot drinks and food options are available. Easy access to the site and free parking included. Win one of five pairs of day tickets
Topic: Firesteel
- and of course, flint and steels, fire pistons etc
