Budget · Lighter and waterproof matches

BIC J26 Maxi lighter (multipack)

≈ €5–8

On 6 of 12 official emergency lists: EU, NL, DK, FI, CZ, SEEUNLFRDKFICZUKFEMAARCSENODE6/12

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Reliable flint lighters in a multipack. Not windproof.

Key specs

Reliable flint lighter.

Why we picked it

Cheap and dependable.

Trade-offs

Not windproof.

Brand

France (BIC, 1945)

Where to buy

Amazon

Part of L1: 72-hour emergency kit.

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