Originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense, Swedish FireSteel is a flash of genius. Its 3,000°C spark makes fire building easy in any weather, at any altitude. Used by a number of armies around the world, Swedish FireSteel’s dependability has already made it a favorite of survival experts, hunters, fishermen and campers. It has also found its way into cabins and backyards as a fool-proof way to light stoves and gas-barbecues.

• Army model 12,000 strikes
• Available in Oak only
• Works when wet
• Premium quality
• No “dangerous goods” shipping restrictions
• Approved by the International Survival Instructors Association
• Produces a 3000°C (5,500°F) spark
• Lights campfires, stoves, gas-barbecues
• Bright spark – can be used as emergency signal
• Dimentions: 2.7oz

Operating Instructions

1. Take a small quantity of cotton balls, TinderDust, dryer lint or any other flammable material. Build them up into a pile.


2. a) Grip the FireSteel with one hand
b) Take hold of the striker with the other hand
c) Position the striker against the FireSteel


3. Forcing the striker "slowly down" with the thumb of hand holding the FireSteel

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