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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #30 on: March 17, 2020, 07:35:48 PM
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #31 on: March 26, 2020, 10:05:13 PM
They’ve cracked their $50k stretch target with 13 days to go. Looks like this is going to be a popular little accessory.  :cheers:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #32 on: March 26, 2020, 11:38:46 PM
I have been trying to wrap my head around these, and I don‘t see a viable usage scenario, but maybe I am missing something.

If you are in an emergency situation, let‘s say stranded in the woods, you are most likely exhausted, dehydrated, and shivering. Not the best conditions to get a fire started with such a little item. So you better have a proper fire steel, or something easier to use in your emergency pack.

If you are camping or doing a barbecue, you got other means at your disposal. So, what do you guys intend to use it for?  :think:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #33 on: March 27, 2020, 01:12:07 AM
Just checked and saw the $50k cracked.
I guess isolation might be working in favor of the fundraising. Bored people spending online.

Glad the exclusive is in!

I guess it could be used to rescue the BBQ! I know it's not ideal for a real emergency, but appeals to my 'better than nothing option'

Like I said before, I was somewhat skeptical of the FireFly...but even using just 1/2", it sparked just fine at close range. And is capable of throwing decent sparks a fair distance if needed. Further than I would have guessed.
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #34 on: March 27, 2020, 11:25:35 AM
Quote from: SirVicaLot on March 26, 2020, 11:38:46 PM
I have been trying to wrap my head around these, and I don‘t see a viable usage scenario, but maybe I am missing something.

If you are in an emergency situation, let‘s say stranded in the woods, you are most likely exhausted, dehydrated, and shivering. Not the best conditions to get a fire started with such a little item. So you better have a proper fire steel, or something easier to use in your emergency pack.

If you are camping or doing a barbecue, you got other means at your disposal. So, what do you guys intend to use it for?  :think:

I'm not persuaded by this thing myself but I suppose the mindset is that a single match is better than no match to a desperate person.
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #35 on: March 27, 2020, 03:28:33 PM
Its fun.  Its a neat accessory for our wonderful SAK.  As far as an emergency tool?  It sure couldn't be a bad thing to have with your SAK.   
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Reply #36 on: March 27, 2020, 03:43:53 PM
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #37 on: March 27, 2020, 05:13:23 PM
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:ahhh $47 more!  :D  :think: I almost want to increase my pledge just to do it.  ::)  :rofl:



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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #38 on: March 27, 2020, 05:26:13 PM
Quote from: Aloha on March 27, 2020, 03:28:33 PM
Its fun.  Its a neat accessory for our wonderful SAK.  As far as an emergency tool?  It sure couldn't be a bad thing to have with your SAK.   

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And I’m certainly guilty of playing with it!  ;)

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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #39 on: April 03, 2020, 03:39:16 AM
$92,497 pledged so far. Really accelerated since I last checked.

Nice that they say the target dates won’t be affected by covid. I hope that remains true.
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #40 on: April 04, 2020, 12:23:51 PM
Just pledged in... again a very cool accessory idea  :like:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #41 on: April 04, 2020, 04:39:19 PM
WOW this took off.   :like:
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Reply #42 on: April 04, 2020, 05:53:58 PM
No kidding. $98k and 3400 backers.  :tu:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #43 on: April 08, 2020, 10:07:21 PM
Just 6 hours to go if you want in!

Over $115k pledged so far.

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Just pledged in... again a very cool accessory idea  :like:

 :tu: I think so!
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #44 on: April 08, 2020, 10:30:21 PM
Quote from: SirVicaLot on March 26, 2020, 11:38:46 PM
I have been trying to wrap my head around these, and I don‘t see a viable usage scenario, but maybe I am missing something.

If you are in an emergency situation, let‘s say stranded in the woods, you are most likely exhausted, dehydrated, and shivering. Not the best conditions to get a fire started with such a little item. So you better have a proper fire steel, or something easier to use in your emergency pack.

If you are camping or doing a barbecue, you got other means at your disposal. So, what do you guys intend to use it for?  :think:

What are the benefits of firesteels over Bic lighters? I've never seen a firesteel around here but lots of people carry lighters!

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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #45 on: April 08, 2020, 10:42:20 PM
I'd say it shouldn't be a this vs that to best see how each can be a plus for one who does outdoorsy type stuff.  The ferro rod works in all weather and when wet.  Its dependable, consider both a lighter and ferro rod need tinder and there are possibilities and times when a lighter does and can fail.  Loose that wheel and small flint and then what? 

I carry both.     

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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #46 on: April 09, 2020, 05:44:19 PM
These are his opinions and while your area may be different I feel his thoughts are relevant even in my dry environment. 
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #47 on: May 19, 2020, 10:26:05 PM
For those that didn’t see, one of the optional add-ons is the ‘tactical’ gray version of the tinder which is also advertised as wind proof.



Definitely gonna add some of these to my award shipment.
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #48 on: May 19, 2020, 10:30:39 PM
Thank You for that!!  :like:
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Reply #49 on: May 19, 2020, 10:31:45 PM
Quote from: Aloha on April 08, 2020, 10:42:20 PM
I'd say it shouldn't be a this vs that to best see how each can be a plus for one who does outdoorsy type stuff.  The ferro rod works in all weather and when wet.  Its dependable, consider both a lighter and ferro rod need tinder and there are possibilities and times when a lighter does and can fail.  Loose that wheel and small flint and then what? 

I carry both.   

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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #50 on: May 20, 2020, 10:02:12 AM
 :iagree: Carrying both is a safe bet. While no one will argue about the convenience of a lighter, there’s no expiry on a ferro rod if stored carefully.
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #51 on: June 29, 2020, 12:32:52 AM
Surveys went out today for higher level / June shipment backers. Check the last update and your email!

A bit later as explained in the update...and also remember to order add-ons first if you want to save via ‘combined’ shipping. Added a bunch of the wind-proof Helix and a ‘NutSAK’ scaler Camper.

Not my choice for the stretch goal exclusive to be Vic red...but still eager to get them!
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #52 on: August 18, 2020, 07:18:26 PM
First shipments started last week. Hoping mine show up today or tomorrow since I’m one of the early #1XX backers and a June shipping target award.

No tracking info sent...and I don’t think they will be.
 
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #53 on: August 18, 2020, 07:21:19 PM
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... keep us updated when it arrived... wouldn't mind some pics too   :D
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #54 on: August 18, 2020, 07:58:02 PM
Quote from: McStitchy on August 18, 2020, 07:21:19 PM
:ahhh

... keep is updated when it arrived... wouldn't mind some pics too   :D

Will do!

And of course, just 17 minutes after I posted above...tracking info shows up!  Maybe I’ll have them Friday or Saturday.

Still feeling like a kid at Xmas!

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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #55 on: August 19, 2020, 03:17:16 AM
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 :popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #56 on: August 21, 2020, 05:57:15 AM
Order is in!
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Works as expected.
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Just some pics for now:
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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #57 on: August 21, 2020, 09:29:07 AM
Love innovation like this, being able to carry a small fire steel and tinder in the empty space of a corkscrew is a fantastic idea, the fact it sounds like they work as advertised is icing on the cake!


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Re: Tortoise Gear FireAnt Kickstarter Campaign
Reply #58 on: August 21, 2020, 02:15:46 PM
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Reply #59 on: August 21, 2020, 06:07:43 PM
A few more pics.
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