Exotac polySTRIKER Black Firesteel with Tungsten Carbide Striker

When matches are damp or you need a backup for a lighter, a firesteel gives your kit another way to start a fire. The Exotac polySTRIKER is a compact ferrocerium firesteel with a tungsten carbide striker, suited to emergency supplies as well as regular camp use.

Its striker is built into an easy-to-use tool that snaps into the handle. The handle is made from recyclable ABS plastic, and the 4" (10.2cm) overall length and 0.8oz (22.7 grams) weight make it a modest addition to a fire-lighting kit.

Where it fits in your kit

• Home emergency box: Keep a fire-lighting backup with supplies for a power cut.
• Grab bag or 72-hour kit: Add another option for making a fire if you need to leave at short notice.
• Camp cooking kit: Use it as part of your fire-lighting setup at camp.
• Off-grid supplies: Pair it with suitable tinder and a safe place to build a fire.

Prep tips

• Practise using the striker before relying on it, following the product instructions.
• Store it with dry tinder and a separate lighter or matches as another backup.
• Keep fire-lighting equipment somewhere easy to find, and check your kit periodically.

Specifications

• Material: Ferrocerium
• Handle material: Polymer
• Handle colour: Black
• Overall length: 4" (10.2cm)
• Weight: 0.8oz (22.7 grams)