Ferro Rod Techniques from a Green Beret | Gray Bearded Green Beret

[@jeremywang9148]

This channel is so genuine yet so underrated, you deserve more views.

[@JohnWright10]

No kidding, I love this channel!!!

[@Mocha69A]

It's been on my subscribed list

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

I totally agree 💯

[@stephenhodges5162]

Agreed

[@KettleCamping]

I totally agree!!

[@Abe18874]

I have used an uncoated hack saw blade for decades. I used it to prepare my rod with the serrated side, removing all coating and creating a serrated surface on the rod. Once prepped, I use the flat edge of the blade to throw spark. I use the flex of the blade to my advantage, and do not have to apply the same pressure but produce a multiple of times more spark. I have a whole bunch of old uncoated hack saw blades still left. I break them to size. To pack, I put a wood spine on the serrated side to protect from abrasion, but this reduces the flex... So pin-n-pull. Try it. You might like it.

[@thetruthserum2816]

"There's no substitute for actual experience"... That's one of my life mottos...

[@markkoehler5110]

This is the most detailed instruction i have ever seen on how to properly use a ferrocerium rod. Thank you!

[@BartonThom]

I think you made an excellent teaching video, Thank you.

[@Lucius1986]

So amazing techniques and such a nice person. Kind of Keanu Reeves of the forest.

[@georgeclinton3657]

if I'm not mistaken, the A-10 was originally designed to spread happiness.

[@americanpatriot6918]

Indeed it was.😎🇺🇸🦅👊💪

[@erickpdavis8208]

I have injoyed seeing your instructions i thank it is a very needed thang

[@Mapleaple]

I knew a retired Green Beret that worked for a animal company. One of the hardest things to be...thats not including any of the actions. I'll take a Green Berets knowledge over any other human on this planet. Not even survivorman

[@kiethlowry2862]

Well dang I was practicing your techniques and lost my Ferrell rod in my front yard will have to wait until the am to find it!

[@uprebel5150]

My parents live near Selfridge Air National Guard. The A-10s come down their driveway at about 300 feet. My happy place.

[@Abe18874]

Wow, I get it. Tinder processing and less than 3 Thanks for all. I definitely need to practice this to enjoy the outdoors even better.

[@kurtpatenaude5743]

This is the best video I’ve seen on fire starting yet please keep making videos

[@subdawg1331]

OK wow as a person who has done many many days and weeks out in the northern Ontario bush ... you nailed it and even show this old dawg a few tricks thank you

[@robertwright6146]

A whole bunch of information in a short video! "BUT" when you paid homage to the A 10 told me a whole bunch about who you are!!! Gonna Subscribe! THANKS

[@rodneyreiter4026]

Very good teacher. This may become my favorite channel. Thanks so much.

[@Daytonaman675]

Man every time I think I’ve got a decent skill set I see another new “nugget” from you that makes me question everything

[@no_handle_required]

How the heck are there only 300k subs, this is probably the best presentation on this topic anywhere.

[@AllWeatherFirestarters]

Great tip! Magnesium works great too.

[@BMRTV]

24:23 'Brilliance in the Basics' would make a great T-Shirt

[@gunnerbhb50]

I use a multitude of ferro rods but my edc ferro is a blast match because it can be used with one hand being a spring loaded rod with a built in striker blade

[@bribrifreedom9317]

Very well done!

[@aidenradway7520]

Amazing video. Great teaching technique, easy to understand and follow. Thanks.

[@wolfeguy6451]

Well done. Wife took away a welth of info from this. Thank you.

[@EastSideDoubleWide]

Welcome home. Getting back in touch with nature and using what's around my property has been a huge peace. This is the best Ferro video I've come across from a civvies point of view. Thanks for sharing for us that havnt had the chance to learn first hand yet!

[@johncampbell9216]

At last! Someone who knows how to use a ferrorod! Love the one-handed tips, that’s a valuable train of thought that everyone should consider and practice.

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

I have found the 8 inch Uberleben rod to be a hard rod Josh. Just brought one because of all the hype. I have a Nathan 4071, erik x, bayite and ebay chinese rod. All 6" x 1/2" rods which are all soft rods. I find harder rods need a different technique with a good 90° spine or striker. Great video and Techniques. Thanks again Josh. Jas from New Zealand 🇳🇿 💥💥💥💥💥🔥🔥😊😝🤘💯

[@rickyburton4642]

Glad to meet you! Enjoying the video , coming to you thanks to the Corporals Corner!😃👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸thanks for the great details! That really helps a lot!

[@scotty5717]

Learning from an expert with real world experience in the military and bushcraft, couldn't have a better teacher. Great channel. Love and respect from UK. 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@johnnivek9653]

I use the spine of the nail file on my multitool as a striker. I get the best and most consistent sparks from it. Plus I never use it for anything else so I decided it was best to get some use with it and keep my knives in tip top shape. One thing that worries me about it though, is that I might be taking too much of the feroserium off each time I strike it.

[@zu_1455]

Always well-presented. Efficient delivery once again. Most of all, I love the B/W outtakes. Any one can can seem cool with proper editing but this video definitely has more levity.

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

I showed my two kids and my buddy's son last weekend! 3 kids, 3 fires in the snow very happy practice!

[@scottypmtb]

You had me at A-10. I grew up in Tucson, AZ watching A-10s fly low level over my backyard on approach to Davis-Monthan AFB. Hearing it on your channel brought me right back. Great content, keep it up! Thank you for your service and teaching us.

[@americanpatriot6918]

I actually bought something like 7-8 different Uberleben fero rods after watching your last video on fero rods. I've practiced your one handed technique too. It works well, especially with a good sharp spine on your knife. I actually carry the three inch hexigon one that has the scraper with leather string attaching it. I have started many camp fires, and many other things with the few fero rods I've used already. I also loved them so much that I bought backups, lol. Thanks for the info!!😎🇺🇸🦅👊💪

[@mark.sdupuis961]

Great informative video,…..however the A-10 comment really made me smile !

[@Midas8610]

A-10 flies over....freedom is heard. For real though, this was great information man.

[@echatton1950]

Mr GBGB, I am a long time sub over at Corporals Corner. He gave you a shout out so checked out your channel. After a few views, I am now one of your subs. All the best to you and the corporal; who apparently is taking a break from his channel. Thanks Hat.

[@davidjohn316]

The one arm method was especially good to know ... some earlier survivalists/preppers would note if you could only use one arm due to injury that this was a down-side of a ferro rod ... great video !

[@Zukilover305]

Thank you so much Sir for your service AND... THIS information in actually life changing for me.. I will NEVER forget.. THANK YOU!

[@arnenelson4495]

Luv the A-10! It often flies low over the ranch making coyotes howl.

[@EAGLE-SAN]

THANKS , GREY BEARDED DRAGON- I AM PLANNING ON A LONG JOURNEY WITH MY 21 HIMALAYAN MOTORCYCLE.. AND WILL ADD THIS KNOWLEDGE FROM YOU WITH MY NEWLY PURCHASED FERRO ROD . EAGLE-SAN IN CO.

[@ikonomid19601]

One handed techniques- very valuable for the older and ailing ( arthritis, gout etc) of us❤

[@donaldrinker8104]

Hi Josh good videos. The corporal sent me your way. Happy New year 2022

[@Chris-qr7hc]

Thank you so much. That technique of pulling the rod is so much more effective than anything I've been doing.

[@theimpaler5034]

I carry a blo touch lighter very rarely have light a fire as we are not allowed to here in Australia

[@freakygardener8033]

Awesome information! I think you covered PRETTY much everything, but, one thing that is NEVER emphasized enough,by anyone. Practice, practice, practice!!!

[@davidcarter8457]

This is my first video, you did a very good job with it. I’ll be back.

[@thomasoverton7131]

Great instructional video!!! Thanks for sharing brother 👍

[@prepperpov5852]

Can’t wait for your book

[@firekracker92]

Something i found a while back from a channel here on KZbin (i don't remember who so I can't give credit) is the Corona tool blade sharpener. It's a metal rod with a carbide bit attached so you can sharpen gardening tools. The carbide is significantly stronger than steel scraper and has a large 90 degree edge. It works better than any steel scraper and it also functions as a knife sharpener in a pinch.

[@oh2txb18]

Great skills course right there. You see so many people on YT doin the knuckle buster and trying to stop before punching the tinder pile.

[@HUZ9k3s5w]

hmmm got this video in my KZbin feed last week, but now it is here "as a new video" again

[@TonyGillis]

Same here. I was thinking I had a serious case of deja vu. Lol

[@HUZ9k3s5w]

@@TonyGillis Yeah..he probably just edited out something and uploaded it again. Btw I do not mind watching it again . And while I believe I have heard and know most from before, I think it is nice to bookmark this as a thorough walk-trough to share with others who wants to learn more.

[@TonyGillis]

@@HUZ9k3s5w yeah. His videos are good, and have good replay value. I don’t mind watching them multiple times either.

[@gavinharvey6418]

I was practising feathersticks and ferro in my back yard. Took me 2hrs to get the sticks to take. This guy flagged up 3 things I did wrong. INSTANT subscribe. Back to it tomorrow with my new found knowledge

[@gavinharvey6418]

New technique on the ferro rod made better finer feather sticks and made more of them. Plus I foraged my local area for a better tinder. Got the nest going first strike. The feather took a little longer maybe 10 to 15 strikes but such an improvement on the day before. Amazing what abit of knowledge can do. Can't wait to binge watch a bunch more and keep learning. Cheers.

[@EderenHa]

Most useful and genuine skills and explanation! Thanks, from Korea.

[@THK_tv]

I live in central California where there’s current flooding going on and am buying resources here and there like rope, tape, machetes and ferro rods. This video was much need 🙏 big thanks!

[@justme8108]

Thanks for your time. Worth every minute.

[@moodberry]

Good teaching. I didn't see you say anything about pine sap. Is it possible to light it using a ferro rod? If so, how? I tried and couldn't get it lit.

[@stephenemerson9890]

A-10 dedicated close air support, us old gray infantry types feel the same way about the old Skyraider...

[@spencerguillen7092]

Thanks green beret for the video it as helped me understand more about tinder and technique for survival and camping..from the uk🇬🇧🇺🇸🙏🏻

[@theirishmountainmanmac1612]

Love your work Brother,I’m learning so much from you,thank you so much. From Ireland, The Irish Mountain Man

[@Roman-c8n]

Saw one guy slowly scrape a ferro rod so not to create sparks only ferro dust/chips. Then after he scraped enough ferro powder to mix in with the tinder applied more pressure or/and speed to ignite the ferro powder and tinder. Not sure if that works with every ferro rod.

[@MrKbtor2]

I always believed that the pin and pull method was so as not to whack your tinder away but the point mentioned that there is more constant, direct sparking closer to the ignition target makes it even more the better choice.

[@stout_tossme7541]

I love your content. And yes. Salute to the A-10

[@matthewoveracre795]

Thank you Sir for your video. I have been trying to teach my 16yr old granddaughter on some Bushcraft fire starting and shelter building. I'm no expert but I just do not want her to depend on someone to do this for her. With this video it will help her to understand it. Thank you again. Have a good one.

[@loriflarson4236]

Thanks! That was very comprehensive

[@MawoDuffer]

I like the knife in the crook of the knee technique for one handed use. For emergencies everyone should have a ferro rod and know how to use it. But also for emergencies, it doesn’t hurt to have a lighter and a block of waxed sawdust. My philosophy is that ferro rod and even traditional flint and steel are amazing to practice for camping. It’s so satisfying to make a fire that way. But if you are in an emergency and you can start a fire the fastest way possible with an accelerant then use it.

[@KnowEyes]

I love this video! It’s so educational,wish I could take one of your survival classes.

[@YeoshuaBenkamin]

Want to comment... I just passed this video on to my little brother and when I was describing it I made the comment that you are one of the few people on KZbin world I would trust passing your videos on to loved ones when I am unable to show them myself. Nothing I have ever seen you do has made me roll my eyes. Thank you for your time and your videos.

[@asmith7876]

Deja vu....no matter, I get to like it twice!

[@stevenensminger5737]

Your still the man ....love watching you I learn so much from you thank you brother.

[@kaidemen156]

Thank you for your service and for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@logiconabstractions6596]

The thing I sort of wrapped my head around this year is that in the end, good tinder comes down to small, thin pieces of dry material. Sawdust accepts a a good spark. So really if you have a saw and you're in a forest, you have dry tinder pretty much anytime. Stuff that worked well: 1 - Punk wood 2 - scrapped paper birch bark 3 - fatwood (i guess not really small/thin more oily) 4 - scrapped clothing

[@godngunclinger]

12:04 A-10 close air support Warthog tank killer, thanks for the video

[@earlelzy9975]

Was that REALLY an A-10? How awesome is that!?

[@path852]

Thank you Sir. very detailed and instructional. Knowledge is power for several.

[@stevejenkins6045]

Thanks for the best instructional video on this subject I have ever seen.

[@michaelthomson5101]

A lot of very good info. Thanks!

[@Caught_by_Gravity]

Your technique really helps, thank you!

[@WarGrrl3]

I've always been lucky (and gratefully so) getting a fire started w a ferro rod as I too prefer the pin n pull method but I must say this is the best ferro rod instruction vid on YT. Btw, one of the best ferro rod makers taught me that if you tilt your ferro rod 45° OR tilt your scraper 45° while striking, you will not get the ridges n bumps that I see on so many Peo complain about. Thank you for such an important n informative vid, I will share this w as many as I can. As soon as I out of the hospital. Have a safe, Blessed New Year

[@wurzelkraxler]

Great summary of important knowledge!

[@johnboleyjr.1698]

12:00 I was all kinds of like, "that sounds like an A-10." Then you looked up, and boom, it's an A-10. Yeah, that's the sound of hope right there. Loved your reaction to that.

[@memathews]

Excellent breakdown and process for ferrorod lighting techniques. A group class a couple of years back was spreading tinder everywhere instead of igniting fire, which convinced me to teach the pin and pull method instead,. Pin and pull works like a dream and I'll be teaching that this weekend on snow.

[@davemiller8203]

What a beautiful and informative video. You've covered a lot of important techniques, both with the rod and the kindling. I thought I knew it all but I've learned something today. Thank you!

[@mtbmadman187]

The most badass santa ever!. Thanks for the knowledge

[@robertgoss4842]

Your videos are extremely informative and useful. I especially like your easy, accessible style. You say you're not a You Tube type but I think you are a superb presenter of much valuable data. Please continue your good work.

[@kimlovinagoodfind1510]

Thank you for your awesome video. I just found your channel a couple days ago and am binge watching. Love the very understandable and informative information. As someone who's unfortunately just now learning these basics, this is a tremendous help! Thank you for your service to our country and thank you for the awesome videos that you provide.

[@andrewgable7273]

As always, great video. Thx for taking the time to do these videos, I greatly appreciate it. Been camping in my backyards on weekends, got a solar fire started yesterday. I've also working on tinder processing and ferro rod techniques as well. It as been way too long since I've done this last, nice to get out and get some more practice going. Thanks again Josh!!!

[@dragan3290]

Mate you are a legend! Thanks heaps 🙂. Subbed and liked 👍cheers from Australia

[@realsimpilot8221]

You good Sir have the most valueable channel about the outsoors/bushcraft/survival topic hands down, at least for me personally. So thank You very much for all the effort, I've already learned a lot from You and can't wait to learn more! Kudos & love! :) TC

[@jeffersonguerrero4034]

Your facial expression shows your love and appreciation of that hog’s whistle in the sky.

[@shawnr771]

Excellent information. I now understand the difference in the techniques.

[@frankdorman4466]

Thank you so much for excellent display of proper and effective technique.

[@IsmaelAyo-l6d]

Ferro rod is the basic important tools for living in the rural areas.matches and lighter are not available sometimes.watching here in the philippines

[@sibirty]

You have the coolest wind chimes

[@OGSook]

Just found this video. Actually liked it. Physically left a like for the A10. RAH.

[@nicholaserickson3492]

You had me at A-10 brother!

[@dwdrury58]

Thanks for teaching me. I'm very new to this

[@rgTORO_grOSO]

Hats off to you Sir. You ROCK!

[@josephhammett128]

I also invested in a USB lighter since I have a solar power bank and a solar hand crank radio that is also a type of USB powerbank. It also has a nice little flashlight.

[@caseyjohnellis]

that little moment when the a-10 flies over...