{"product_id":"flint-and-steel-fire-starter","title":"Flint and Steel Fire Starter Rod, Stainless Steel Striker, Camping, Hiking \u0026 Emergency Use","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis flint and steel fire starter is a black metal rod with a stainless steel striker, sold as one piece. It works without electricity or batteries, so it suits camping, hiking, scout outings, emergency preparedness and patio BBQ lighting. It comes in four sizes, from 3.1 in to 5.9 in long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rod is made of metal and is paired with a stainless steel striker, so you can throw sparks onto dry tinder without fuel, a battery or a charging cable. It is a plain, mechanical tool with no moving parts to break. The supplier does not state a spark count or any waterproof rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo use it, hold the rod near a small pile of dry tinder and scrape the striker along it to throw sparks. Pick the size that fits your hand and your pack: 5.9 in, 5 in, 3.9 in or 3.1 in. This is not a lighter, and no lighter device is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"yhd-acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNothing to charge or refill\u003c\/strong\u003e: It needs no battery, fuel or power source, so it is ready whenever you reach for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour sizes to choose from\u003c\/strong\u003e: A longer rod gives you more to hold, and a shorter one is easier to tuck into a pocket or small kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple metal build\u003c\/strong\u003e: A metal rod with a stainless steel striker is a straightforward design with little that can fail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne tool for several uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: The same rod works for the campsite, the trail, a scout pack, an emergency kit or the backyard BBQ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"yhd-acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow it works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou scrape the striker against the rod to throw sparks. The sparks need to land on dry, fine tinder to catch.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat you need to add\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe listing does not include tinder or kindling. Bring dry tinder such as cotton, dry grass or wood shavings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eChoosing a size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour sizes are offered: 5.9 in, 5 in, 3.9 in and 3.1 in. The supplier gives each as two measurements without saying which is length and which is thickness.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePack option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach listing is for 1 piece. Order more than one if you want a spare for a bag, a car kit or a second person.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat to check before ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a lighter, and no lighter device is included. The supplier does not state the striker length or whether it is a separate piece, so check the product photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the rod and striker dry and wipe off dirt after use. Use it on bare ground or a fire-safe surface, and keep children supervised.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"yhd-acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal, with stainless steel striker\/flint\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSize options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.9 x 0.4 in, 5 x 0.5 in, 3.9 x 0.4 in, 3.1 x 0.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eQuantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 piece\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone, use without electricity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBattery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLighter device included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"yhd-acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"yhd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need batteries or electricity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eNo. It works without electricity and without a battery. You throw the sparks by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a lighter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eNo. It is a flint and steel style fire starter rod, and no lighter device is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eThe supplier lists a metal rod with a stainless steel striker\/flint. The exact alloy is not stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eThere are four: 5.9 x 0.4 in, 5 x 0.5 in, 3.9 x 0.4 in and 3.1 x 0.3 in. The supplier does not say which number is length and which is thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pieces come in an order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eEach order is for 1 piece in the size you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with tinder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eNo tinder or kindling is listed. You will need to bring your own dry tinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work when it is wet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eThe supplier does not state any water resistance. Keep the tool and your tinder dry for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many strikes will it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eThe supplier does not give a strike count, so we cannot promise a number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for a BBQ or fire pit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eYes, it is listed for patio BBQ use. You still need dry tinder and small kindling to get charcoal or wood going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for scouts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"a\"\u003eIt is listed for scouts and camping. Children should always use fire tools with adult supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Yardhomedeals.com","offers":[{"title":"5.9 in x 0.4 in","offer_id":66386809946461,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 in x 0.5 in","offer_id":66386809979229,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.9 in x 0.4 in","offer_id":66386810011997,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.1 in x 0.3 in","offer_id":66386810044765,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/6090\/7101\/files\/f74f8e56-20f5-4d4b-88b9-eba88a6c9f81.jpg?v=1793737766","url":"https:\/\/www.yardhomedeals.com\/products\/flint-and-steel-fire-starter","provider":"Yardhomedeals.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}