cWe will feature metal match recommendations! What is a metal match in the first place? We will also introduce how to use it. The metal match that can be used by wiping it even if it gets wet is ideal for outdoor activities. It is also attractive that there is no fuel shortage like a lighter!
What is a metal match?
Light My Fire
A metal match is a tool that uses a highly flammable metal such as magnesium to make a fire. It is called a fire starter depending on the product. Although it is made of metal, it is lightweight and compact, so it is easy to carry and is useful not only for mountaineering but also for camping and disasters.
How to use metal match
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Spread wood chips or paper that will be the source of fire, and scrape off a small amount of magnesium body with a striker or knife.
If you rub the magnesium body vigorously with a striker or knife, sparks will fly. Sparks are directed toward the magnesium powder that was scraped off earlier. (The trick is to fix the metal fittings and pull the magnesium rod toward you)
When the magnesium powder ignites and the fire begins to burn, immediately add flammable materials such as dead grass and twigs to increase the momentum of the fire.
7 Recommended Metal Matches
Bushcraft Original Fire Steel 2.0 (Metal Match)
Size: Rod / approx. 60 x 9.5 mm
Weight: Approximately 55g
Main material: Blade / Steel rod / Magnesium
Generates an oversized spark with a large striker. (Can be used 12,000 times) A dedicated leather ring stores the rod and striker together. Since it is waterproof, even if it gets wet, it will be restored immediately if you wipe the water.
“Better than Light My Fire. As expected made in Japan. The code is long and easy to use.” You can use it as a beginner outdoor gear.
Proforce Fire Starter
Size: Approximately 95mm x 22mm
Weight: Approximately 51g
Can be ignited about 3,000 times. It is a full-scale fire starter that is also used by the Swedish army.
“After it arrived, I rubbed it to scatter sparks and played with it, but I tried to ignite the tissue outdoors. I was able to ignite it a few times (about 10 seconds). It is a reassuring tool when you are in a situation where you cannot use a lighter.”
Ferrocerium rod
Size: Diameter about 9mm, Length about 100mm
Weight: Approximately 55g
Sparks are blown by rubbing the ferrocerium rod with the attached steel blade.
“It’s easier to use and sparks better than the ones I’ve used so far! I wish I had a little longer string!”
Gerber Bear Grills Fire Starter
Size: Approximately 122mm (total length)
Weight: Approximately 74g
Firestarter by American knifemaker Gerber. It comes with an emergency whistle and can be stored in a waterproof case.
“It was good that it ignited easily and was a reasonable size. I thought it would be okay to have another one (^-^) /”
Ultimate Survival Technology Blast Match Fire Starter
Size: Approximately 100 mm (when stored)
Weight: 76.6g
Flint with a diameter of 13 mm generates sparks with an amount of heat equivalent to three times that of a match. Equipped with a striker button that can be operated with one hand. This item is officially procured by the US Air Force and the Ground Self-Defense Force.
“This item is a reliable match that has been adopted as a formal item by the military and public institutions of each country. I recommend the type that you just push with one hand because it can ignite better.”
Aurora Fire Starter 440C
Size: Approximately 90mm (total length)
Weight: about 80g
Stored in a special aluminum case. Equipped with a blade that scrapes magnesium rods at the tip of the case. Comes with cotton for ignition.
“It’s a size that hides in the palm of your hand, but it feels heavy. I could ignite the attached cotton, but I couldn’t ignite the tissue. Newsprint cannot be ignited anymore, so practice is required. If you scrape the rod part a little and use it as an ignition agent, it will burn easily.”
Light My Fire Fire Steel Scout 2.0
Size: Approximately 95mm (total length)
Weight: about 50g
A pop design that can also be used as a key chain. The knob part of the striker is a whistle and can be used about 12,000 times.
“I used to rub it quickly from the root to the tip of the stick, but if you are good at it, use only the tip and rub it to ensure ignition while exerting force. .. How to use it is still under study.”
Be prepared for unforeseen circumstances
The metal match, which is highly portable and can start a fire in any weather, is perfect for mountaineering. Nowadays, the number of people with lighters and matches has decreased, and if you come across a scene where you have to make a fire, you must take it out and it will be more reliable than its size.
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