Need a Firesteel

[RedLeader]

Can anyone recommend a solid but reasonably priced firesteel. I got a "Scout" one from Tiso or Millets for about £12 and it's already starting to give out.

[b0ogaloo]

yep .. used this guy before ... great prices very fast delivery

http://www.firesteel.co.uk/


Andy

[Celt_Ginger]

I've used a few different ones. the best and most consistant ones I've used are the "Light my Fire" brand. Some of the others can be a bit inconsistant in the spark department. When you meet up with us Jonno, I'll let you try some from different makers.

[RedLeader]

I've used a few different ones. the best and most consistant ones I've used are the "Light my Fire" brand. Some of the others can be a bit inconsistant in the spark department. When you meet up with us Jonno, I'll let you try some from different makers.

Great plan. Interesting question. Is a rod coated with a substance that will wear away with use or is the whole rod capable of sparking and should only wear away over significant period?

[Celt_Ginger]

The whole rod should spark right to the core.

[RedLeader]

The whole rod should spark right to the core.

So does that mean the one I have should last until it's worn down to a stump? It does still spark but is inconsistent so maybe there's life in the old dog yet.

It is a Light My Fire one. It's one of these:

[Celt_Ginger]

It should do Jonno. I've seen a few wore right to a stump. Mine is a bit thicker and longer  so don't wear out as quickly.