Everyone who regularly reads the Green Head knows that I love bonfires, but I am not good at starting them so I usually cheat and just use a Starter Log or even this new cool Newspaper Log Roller.
A new option I found is the cool, er hot, Swedish FireSteel ($4). Simply run the metal blade across the magnesium alloy and it produces 3,000°C sparks which can be thrown onto a small pile of dry grass, leaves or paper to start a fire. Once your small fire is started, just keep adding small sticks and gradually increase the stick size until you get a fire at the size you need. Whether you're camping, hunting or simply at war, Swedish FireSteel could really come in handy. - ( 13 Comments )
- Lights campfires, stoves, gas-barbecues
- Uses a magnesium alloy that consists of 7 metals
- Lasts for approximately 12,000 strikes
- Produces a spark temperature close to 3,000°C (5,500°F)
- Bright spark ? can be used as emergency signal
- Functions in rain and snow
- Dimensions: main component is approx. 3.75" long
- Weight: approx. 1.9 ounces
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► Think Geek ($4)
It is cool though.
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