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Light My Fire Swedish FireSteel Army

≈ €15–20

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

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Ferrocerium rod that sparks when wet and in the cold, for around 12,000 strikes. Needs dry tinder and a bit of practice.

Key specs

Ferrocerium rod, ~12,000 strikes, works wet and in cold.

Why we picked it

Lights in any weather and never runs out of fuel, unlike a Zippo.

Trade-offs

Needs tinder and practice.

Brand

Sweden (Light My Fire)

Where to buy

Amazon

Part of L1: 72-hour emergency kit.

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