Fire Starting Tools for Survival

[@smokinjoe2539]

Thanks for your videos. One good thing to practice while NOT in a survival situation is trying to start a fire in the rain. Make sure that you can do it before you ever need to.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Fire Starting in the rain is a video coming up. That's the toughest but much needed info. I'll see if I can come up with a list of links. Thanks Joe!

[@RattledEditor]

@@SensiblePrepper did you get to this yet? us newbies need ya, babe. this video is super duper helpful!!

[@RattledEditor]

omgosh i just squealed with delight to discover a striker bar on this here doohickey. now, if only i could figure out what these other bits are... lol thanks again!!

[@alf3553]

My wife laughs at me when it’s time to 🔥 my charcoal BBQ. It’s a Big Green Egg & I normally try to light it in some strange way. Ferro rod, fresnel lens, char cloth .... a few times my playing has delayed supper but I’m still having fun. Always good to practice.

[@urielmartinez2161]

Lol same!

[@xSikks]

Been having my 8 year old daughter start our campfires. She's doing good but now I think I might have to get a few more starting options so she can learn more. Thanks for the video.

[@fatwoodfiresteels9961]

Thanks for the kind words Don. God bless.

[@MacTX]

11:40 My EDC lighter is a Zippo with a Zippo brand butane insert. I like the compact size of the Zippo but hated the regular lighter insert. Since I'm not a smoker and it being pressurized butane, it means it's likely to have fuel and light on the rare occasions when I go to use it vs the regular Zippo with the evaporating lighter fluid.

[@copcuffs9973]

I filled my Zippo and taped up the case with electrical tape; dried out after several weeks. I might look into that butane insert. 👍

[@nolanshockley7674]

I too would appreciate links to products used in the videos. Been following the channel for years and slowly kitting up. Went from a Europe-specific kit, to a USA friendly one. Keep up the great work.

[@evilfluff6634]

The torch lighter when I was a security guard I used one to get ice out of locks so I can open gates.

[@hshs5756]

I would be leery of having a torch lighter in my possession simply because their primary market, the reason they're so readily available, isn't for survivalists, it's because they're used for lighting crack pipes. Myself, I'd rather not give a cop a reason to tear my car apart looking for crack I don't have.

[@hshs5756]

@Whiteman All Jobs Matter

[@kevinshea8937]

@Whiteman No need to be mean!

[@csh6220]

I enjoy trying new ways to make fire, but when I go on a day hike I carry just a Bic lighter, fero rod and striker, cotton balls w/ vaseline, and some fatwood. The items I take will work every time, weigh very little and take up little room. I keep a mental image of a downed pine tree is in case I need more fatwood because of a heavy rain, etc. Thanks for sharing so many ways to make fire. Fire is a must.

[@markfillery1002]

candles and a lighter saves gas for lighter also gives heat and light best combination to carry good for wet tinder

[@kensantiago132]

Outstanding presentation! Educational. Clear and concise speaking voice. Bravo!!! Thank you.

[@krukabman]

The pocket bellows is a handy tool!! (All you really need to do is cut down a collapsible radio antenna.) I have used one to start a fire in the light rain with only wet wood that had been sitting on the ground during wet season. (Except for a bit of paper from the paper shredder) You can pin point where and how much air you blow at the base to really get the fire going. Another neat survival fire is the Dakota Hole fire pit.

[@kavannahlight5378]

A great skill for teaching and encouraging self reliance, and a great sense of humor .....A REAL BRIGHT SPARK! 🔥🔥🔥 Thanks for keeping us all FIRED UP!!

[@Shane-Singleton]

I've got a big ferro rod and a bunch of tinder quick in my fire kit. I need to make some vasoline cotton balls as well. My ferro rod is my favorite ignition source due to it not relying on fuel like butane or electricity that could slowly deplete over time and leave me without that functional piece. I do need to put a magnifying lens in my kit, though! You won't always have sunny days but when you do, use it!

[@DrudgecoinMaxi]

The small tender cubes you use to start your logs in your fire place work good too. You can get those from Home Depot, Lowe's, Walmart, basically any supply store.

[@itsduncan4864]

thank you for all this great content you have inspired me to get out in the wilderness and have fun enjoy and enjoy myself

[@SavageCivilian3]

Was just tinkering and switching around with my fire kit earlier. Love it. Fun stuff. Gear nuts!

[@mrlume9475]

I've been considering fire starting kit for my bug out bag recently. This vid came at just the right time. Thanks for posting.

[@rohanchintarlapalli415]

Helping me break out of the city dude thank ya!!!

[@MountainBikeTx]

Good demonstration of the various options out there for fire starting. The key of course is redundancy...ha, you just hit that point. Side note, the one striker you showed is actually a “forever” match. The silver cylinder one in the center, next to the Exotac striker.

[@joeyyy4864]

Nice and informative video I myself have multiple fire starting kits for any weather but this has inspired me to Invest in a bit more fire tech.

[@mannycetina5872]

Always love ur videos NEVER a dissapointment keep it going my brother love it .

[@seasonings2taste115]

I’ve been experimenting with fire starters-we’re looking for a home with a fire place (plan on installing a wood stove) and I want to practice building fires with different methods. Since I’ll be starting the fire indoors, it will be considerably easier and help build my confidence

[@peonni8094]

I've seen some use potato chips for fire starter. Use the regular, not the baked, because you need the oil. You won't feel so bad if you save those out dated ones lol

[@fatbeard8072]

I really appreciate videos like this. I have seen all your videos, and this might be the best fire starter idea's by far. Don't ever regret making multiple's of the same type of videos over time. They need updating plus there are always new watchers who will become subscribers. All so I have a butane Zippo,,,sooo nice.

[@jerrywiese9722]

Good info, learned some new tricks

[@hshs5756]

Trioxane fuel bars are nifty if you can get them. They light instantly and burn for about 7 minutes with a very predictable blue flame that gives off almost no light or smoke if you're trying to keep a low profile. The little cookers made to use with trioxane bars will fit in your shirt pocket.

[@doncraft9100]

Great job, my friend. I really enjoyed your video, thanks a million

[@treeman101]

have you ever thought of the use case for cigarette papers in a survival kit, from starting fires to a sort of basic butterfly stitch, small, compact and lightweight too

[@allthingselderly]

The most vital skill we need to have. Thanks for the video. You have a great channel.

[@stephenwest8233]

Dryer lint is also good tinder and easily available.

[@TUKByV1]

I just bought a firestarter from Purefire Tactical. I haven't tried it yet, but the demonstration was impressive.

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

Check out LAL mini butane refill. It’s .6 oz for your backpack. ITS SMALL. Gives you 2 refills on most lighters. Fills all refillable butane lighters.

[@tsflyer61]

Great run down ! Thanks for all you do !

[@jaroslavdrahokoupil9839]

Clipper flint system is great firestarter.With cotton wool for example

[@k5wxp22]

I recently bought a flame 503 torch for cheap. Easily refilled, and provides instant torch heat for a quick fire. Nice to have when you don't want to mess around with sparking a fire. Also bought some Carmex lip balm in a tube, because Chap Stik melts into liquid in Texas heat. Guess what? Carmex is 45% petrolatum... and I'm betting will combine with cotton as a great fire starter if needed. Will have to try it out to see! Thanks for the great tips, backups to backups, etc.! Always enjoy your videos!

[@syvs4491]

I always enjoy the outtakes at the end!

[@morgan10152]

Do not overlook the lowly paper book match. You won't find anything cheaper; $3.27/box of 1000. Great to keep in the house. Great barter item. How many times do you have to start a fire in the rain? Keep a book or two in a zip lock bag with tinder, so it all stays dry.

[@P_RO_]

A lot of small parts come in a tiny ziploc sized perfectly for book matches so I repurpose the bags for this and stash them everywhere. Can't get 20,000 lights for $3.27 any other way!

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Awesome video, Sootch00 !!!!!!!!!!!!! As always long live the Republic my friend !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Sensible Prepper always on point and common sense content! Great day to you Don

[@philipirwin5286]

I got this from someone else, but on the nano spark i took out that single tender tab and rolled up some fire strip paper and put it in there. Multiple fires that way.

[@titanpreparedness]

Great ideas now ive got more ideas to add to the wish list

[@firestartersurvivalkits1861]

Awesome video. Bic is made in France and Scripto lighters are made in the USA. I think Scripto are just as reliable.

[@EddieOakes]

I recognize that first Matchbox! Are you a cigar man? I'm a fan myself. Not just a good cigars but most definitely of your excellent Channel! Thank you so much for all you do!

[@charlesperry1051]

You should have covered flint and steel. My Boy Scout troop won many fire starting competitions with flint and steel....even in the rain.

[@cbowman9198]

Good overview for beginners and I saw a couple of items I was not familiar with. I would have added a ferrocerium rod and magnesium block - a great long term solution. Thanks for the video.

[@kaka_kaka28]

very informative . Thank you .

[@blueridgebushcraft8294]

Another great video. Keep up the good work brother.

[@weirdmusicmixmaster]

You can us a magnesium bar as well, scrape some off then strike em with the usually built in ferro strip/striker.

[@timbo4374]

I have multiple ways to light a fire, but I think I need to add some of those matches. I'm not a big match user, but I am a firm believer in redundancy when it comes to my fire kit, so adding one more way can't hurt. Fire is so important, that even though I don't smoke, I carry a mini Bic in my pocket, along with a small 3" ferro rod on my key ring as part of my edc. I've never had to use either, but I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. You just never know, especially in today's upside down crazy world we live in.

[@shirleylake7738]

Thank you ,for your video.

[@KarinBretz-lx6yv]

Thank you for teaching me how to survive. because I live alone most of the time my husband is a Washington DC federal agent.and career military guy who travels all around the world.. I never see him and I have to defend me ,alone . I learn how to keep me alive when I watch these videos . he never taught me how .I'm afraid. Thank you .🇺🇸👍 Oh ,p.s. I now have several cans of WD40 " I never wanted any".🙄 'but you said it's important👈 And I have a bunch of lighters ,and plenty of waterproof matches I buy out at Quantico. thanks ..🇺🇸

[@phabeondominguez5971]

Got any info or resources for us Urban's starting out? Also is there one book to rule them all?

[@walkerone9833]

Love the torch lighter for igniting alcohol stoves......no more burned fingers!!!

[@rickrunyon5086]

That blast match. Can you turn that rod around so you can fully use all of the rod?

[@davebrown1358]

G’day from Australia 🇦🇺 I enjoy your work keep it up. Try a clipper lighter there about the same price as a bic lighter in Auss , the clipper lighter is a refillable & add new flints & if you run out of gas you can pull out the flint assembly & use the flint assembly like military flint wheel . Hope this is helpful Cheers ☕️☕️ Brownie

[@brockpryor9954]

Thanks for the great ideas!

[@1klouisek]

As always, valuable and topical info. Of interest, today local banks "due to new regulations" are severely limiting all cash withdrawals.

[@smokinjoe2539]

As a suggestion, could you place links to your products here?

[@kevinshea8937]

A small bottle of hand sanitizer, usually 65%+ alcohol is a great addition to your kit for fire starting and hand cleaning.

[@PBS-nm1uu]

thanks for all the info,, any solar fire staters??

[@TUKByV1]

You can use a Fresnel Lens. They come in different sizes.

[@NeerajSharma-gl5cp]

Nice video ....

[@Unknown39485]

One of the cheapest and more convenient solutions is to just pick up the sparkling system of a Clipper (NOT Bic) butane lighter and carry it with you in your edc with a couple extra flints wrapped around it with electric tape. It weights nothing, it takes almost no space, it cost a dime and will give you thousand of sparks using just three fingers of one hand. Besides, due to its dimensions and easy of use, you can literally put it inside your bird nest while sparkling

[@jdwest4604]

Great video, very informative!

[@stevetech5150]

great stuff

[@whoc4r3s117]

Dan you need to get clipper lighters. They are like a bic lighter but you can refill the fuel and flint.

[@whoc4r3s117]

And fresnel is pronounced frenel the s is silent (went to film school didn’t pan out)

[@copcuffs9973]

9:43 "Small" try that with a survival bracelet with the F-rod in the buckle.

[@nagaviper1169]

One idea to keep your matches dry is to buy several books of matches and vacuum seal each one.

[@apprenticegilligan1635]

Hello I love all your videos. I know you are very busy. I would like to know your opinion on the CLIPPER lighter? The little Flint wheel comes out and can be used by itself.

[@patrickbuechel2599]

Ferro rod is the way to go, I also have a ww2 vintage smolder lighter, meant to light without flame, the flint wheel showers a cotton tender rope to create a smoldering light for your cigarette, but it works great on tender too or preferably you can use the smoldering tip, pinch it off to start tender,,,but you should be proficient in making fire without anything but whats around you,,,I have a 5"x.5" ferr o rod, a 2'x1/4" ferro rod, a 2" ferro rod on a block of magnesium, a skateboard wheel with bearing to make a fire bow and brace, flint and sttl, a fire piston a magnifying glass on my swiss army knife, water/wind proof matches and a fire saw I made years ago out of 2"x12" piece of bamboo halved long way and works great, I have cotton ball soaked in crisco lard and lots of char cloth. I also have some other things for starting fires , and I have practiced starting fires for over 65 years. My dad taught me when I was 7, after that I got to build and light all our camp fires. I miss my dad.

[@Gunny-nq1pb]

Thanks, I've never seen some of the items.

[@thomassmith629]

Try a mixture of potassium pemanganate and glycerin. I've has good luck with this process. Also a magnesium block and ferrous rod work well in a damp situation.

[@aaronrussell8821]

Check out the zippo typhoon match kit, you’re welcome

[@Katiekat70]

where can i find a grate like the one in yer video.

[@firstjohn3123]

i still have the magnesium block fire starter. Lasts for years. Ferro rod/magnesium block combo.

[@msoutlookenator]

Personally I like to keep a few tea light candles handy. Small, light and can get a roaring fire going very quickly if you have the wood to burn.

[@kevinshea8937]

Maybe I bought some cheap crap, but I tried tea light candles and the wicks would burn out before the candle caught.

[@msoutlookenator]

@@kevinshea8937 mine never fail. You just need to position the tinder carefully so the candle flame is touching it. It will catch and then you keep building up the fire bit by bit.

[@kevinshea8937]

@@msoutlookenator You might have some better quality candles! Mine suck!

[@mullahamza5827]

I am your biggest fan

[@jhondegar6686]

Buena información gracias por compartir saludos...

[@virginiacopeland108]

Thumbs up!!! Clark

[@Mike232-j2p]

A good magnifying glass is also a good tool

[@gerardmartyn1738]

Bic lighters fit inside mini M&M tubes. Keeps it dry and the gas lever from being pressed. 😊

[@geico1975]

"Yeah! Look what I have created, I have made fire" (Tom Hanks:)

[@andrewc9790]

If you or your wife have a scentsy type deal, after the smell is gone soak up the wax with a cotton ball or paper towel, works pretty good!

[@landonpaloutzian8803]

Could you add links to your video's, I was wonder what that second electric lighter was called.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Sootch you should have showed the survival dispatch life striker, it's a great little option that's very versatile. I've got a video on it check it out...

[@scottlehman9738]

You can take vaseline and boil down and use q-tips...dip the tips . They will burn for some time.

[@stevdieringer3828]

note: practice ferro rods with the knife you carry. some knives are of a (rust proof) mixture they will not cause an adequate spark.

[@negolfman]

You might want to add the bic lighter a foot of non-gutted paracord vertically connected to a roll of chapstick with two feet of hi-visibility gorilla tape wrapped several times around each leaving a little room above the chapstick adjusting wheel to prevent losing either. Adding a small zip tie around the valve button of the bic lighter prevents your lighter from losing its fuel and can be removed and replaced once zipped, clipping the extra length makes it a little sharp though can be filed to prevent cuts. Then you can take petroleum jelly to a cotton ball and store it in the cap of the chapstick. Plus if left on the adhesive sticker is also flammable, once you have a empty lighter if the sparking wheel and valve button are removed slowly the springs underneath them can be made into a snare & fishing hook with some bending and sharpening and the childproof metal safety device can be removed with leatherman pliers can also be made into a improvised fishing hook and sharpened.

[@niravramdarie9898]

Where can you get that electric lighter?.

[@ronaldgoodrich5460]

Of all these things you said most are true but flint and steel kit are easier to get a fire going than lighter or matches in the wind.

[@josephoreynolds1742]

You left out the best Fire Cubes .like the box of them you can get a walmart ,they are the best to start a fire in the rain

[@VAMobMember]

I have to biitch I do NOT consider tinder as part of fire starting. Tinder is about the FUEL of a fire. Yes it’s important to talk about but when you put together a fire kit it’s about how to CREATE the fire then you add a TENDER KIT for catching the “fire spark” created by the fire kit. HELL YES, you want both in your emergency kits.

[@mullahamza5827]

Please make a video on your gun safe

[@misscandy84]

Oh I now all about those storm proof matches I needed a lighter d have 1 in my room found those matches freaked out would go out though ser my room on fire hubby got home he laughed at me

[@kirkchartier7141]

Missed the magnesium fire block too. But really good video

[@jkco4300]

Get the long stick lighters from Dollar Tree. Safer.

[@paigeproffitt4488]

💚💚💚

[@withoutfurtheradoforever]

I use lamp oil instead of vaseline. Less messy.

[@Ghostpr787]

Hey Don i know im lage but i bought 7 bic lighrt for 5 buck in walmart the other day and man when i saw that price i took 4 packages.

[@user-unfound33]

If your bic lighter goes out and still liquid in, you just need to pop the Outside off and use tweezers and pull the flint up till it sparks easy again, super Easy.

[@P_RO_]

Genuine BIC lighters have tons more flint than fuel by design and rust-resistant flint springs; cheap lighters often run out of flint before fuel and failed springs are commonplace. You can get 3-4 cheap lighters for the price of one BIC, butone BIC will outlast them all.

[@walkerone9833]

@@P_RO_ Have tried the cheap lighters. CRAP. Stick w/the Bic

[@derekbootle8316]

Refillable lighters are best. If you dont have lighter fluid, almost any flammable liquid can be used, (gasoline, everclear, 95% isopropyl alcohol etc).

[@derekbootle8316]

You also missed my favorite....road flairs. Wind, rain wet tinder, no tinder, everything lights at 3500 degrees for 30 minutes.

[@givemeanonion]

pvc for survival situations, lets check it out