Post by: ReamerPunch on February 15, 2024, 02:07:49 PM
Let's turn on the heat, and carry a fire-starting item for 30 days. Lighters, matches, ferro rods, fire pistons, Signal, candles, sparkers, tinder, stoves, bowdrill sets. No edc kit is complete without a fiery thing.
Rules
1. Carry a fire-starting piece of gear (or several) for 30 days.
2. Every day, post a picture of it.
3. Comments on techniques, tricks, reason of preference, etc, are encouraged.
4. You may carry a different item every day, or stick to one item. Up to you.
5. If it creates embers or sparks, or catches sparks, or ignites, it counts.
6. It does not count if it burns when you pee.
7. Obey your local laws, and be responsible with flammable materials and flames.
Who wants to feel the heat?
1. ReamerPunch
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Post by: David Bowen on February 15, 2024, 02:56:08 PM
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Post by: MTSAK on February 15, 2024, 07:08:52 PM
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Post by: Poncho65 on February 15, 2024, 07:40:28 PM
Even if I don't fully join I love to post stuff like this occasionally and may just jump in here and there :salute: :like:
Post by: Grand_Banana on February 15, 2024, 11:45:16 PM
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Post by: Explorer on February 15, 2024, 11:50:44 PM
does a mag glass count?
(https://i.imgur.com/NeMQitf.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 03:20:34 AM
It warms my heart. :D
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 03:20:56 AM
great idea for a challenge :salute:
does a mag glass count?
(https://i.imgur.com/NeMQitf.jpg)
Sure it does! :cheers:
But only if you tell us what it is. :dd:
Post by: Aloha on February 16, 2024, 03:24:38 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 16, 2024, 03:38:01 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 03:46:09 AM
great idea for a challenge :salute:
does a mag glass count?
(https://i.imgur.com/NeMQitf.jpg)
Hey, that's a match made in Heaven. :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 16, 2024, 03:52:36 AM
Post by: Explorer on February 16, 2024, 04:13:41 AM
thanks it really sparked my interest when i saw it on countycomm. it's made of sapphire and the ring around it is titanium :ahhh
Post by: Explorer on February 16, 2024, 04:17:26 AM
i'm fired up for this one!
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 04:23:27 AM
:rofl:
thanks it really sparked my interest when i saw it on countycomm. it's made of sapphire and the ring around it is titanium :ahhh
Sapfire, you say? That's interesting. :like:
And welcome aboard! :cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on February 16, 2024, 11:02:21 AM
I usually have a Zippo and at least one other method on me. Plus, April will be warm enough that there will be lots of coffee and popcorn cooking outside over twig or alcohol stoves, so some use photos.
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 11:31:01 AM
I have a Zippo somewhere. :think:
Post by: Fireman on February 16, 2024, 12:43:02 PM
(https://i.ibb.co/C0stZJn/IMG-9731.jpg)
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XchwE9zVdnw
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2024, 02:10:10 PM
Flint and steel, a Zippo lighter, a Zippo tool, matches, Signal, you're on fire! :salute:
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 16, 2024, 03:17:44 PM
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Explorer on February 16, 2024, 09:23:39 PM
Sapfire, you say? That's interesting. :like:
And welcome aboard! :cheers:
thanks RP :cheers:
really looking forward to this challenge!
Hope I don't get burned out from all the anticipation :ahhh
Post by: Enginears on February 17, 2024, 06:05:29 AM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 17, 2024, 08:01:19 AM
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1. ReamerPunch
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3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7.Enginears
That's a serious ferro rod! :o
Welcome to the hotlist. :cheers:
Post by: Sos24 on February 17, 2024, 09:15:16 AM
Uu someone needed fire? Everything else except butane/propane burner and Zippo (it once was part of my carry but fluid dries before i get change to use it, i prefer ferro rod and butane lighters) belongs to my backpack. 3 lighters, 3 ferro rods. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240216/b5117a4b37a7616cd137910e57d6bc80.jpg)Dom’t know if you’d be interested but Zippo now makes butane inserts for their lighters - double torch, torch and soft flame.
Only Tools Matters
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 17, 2024, 09:25:38 AM
Dom’t know if you’d be interested but Zippo now makes butane inserts for their lighters - double torch, torch and soft flame.actually im interested, need to look those since i would love to get rid of carrying extra fluid. also dont need to change wick and flints :D
Post by: Antti Lammi on February 17, 2024, 09:26:59 AM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 17, 2024, 09:57:19 AM
This is the single torch insert. :cheers:
Post by: IMR4198 on February 17, 2024, 02:28:27 PM
:P :think:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 17, 2024, 03:01:03 PM
You can carry one item for the whole month, that's how most challenges work anyway. I usually stick to one tool even if the challenge allows for rotating tools. Some people have rotating edc gear, others stick to a few staples. Carrying a single item is allowed, and I'd hate to see members hesitant to join just because they'd be carrying the same tool for a month.
And would a Zippo exhibition challenge be so bad? Zippo lighters are classic, fidgety and useful edc items. And photogenic too. As are matches. :D
If you feel like joining, with whatever fire-starting gear, you are welcomed to do so. We've got plenty of time until this starts. :cheers:
Post by: AzteCypher on February 19, 2024, 03:28:30 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
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Post by: IMR4198 on February 19, 2024, 03:33:55 PM
:hatsoff:
Post by: Fireman on February 19, 2024, 05:16:51 PM
This could be an interesting challenge. I like the people who have signed on. Might have to think about joining a little more first. It seems like this might turn into a Zippo exhibition. Of course I don't smoke and don't own or carry a Zippo. It could get boring for everyone to see my daily photo of a book of paper matches. Best wishes. G
:P :think:
People are probably going to get tired of me lighting my Solo stove. I plan to use everything I have to make it a practical skill challenge. You could always whip up a bow drill :tu: As for book matches, I think they're a great idea. My grandfather always had book or box matches that stores and banks gave away.
Post by: King_Gorilla on February 19, 2024, 11:59:37 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
Post by: MTSAK on February 20, 2024, 01:21:48 AM
Can't wait to get them in and get familiar before the challenge
Post by: AzteCypher on February 20, 2024, 06:33:24 AM
I thought it would be a bit too small for my hands but I got used to it pretty quick. Can't wait to see what you picked up. :2tu:
Post by: MTSAK on February 20, 2024, 06:37:42 AM
My wife gifted me the Nanostriker XL. I like it.
I thought it would be a bit too small for my hands but I got used to it pretty quick. Can't wait to see what you picked up. :2tu:
I got a nanoSTRIKER XL and a nanoSPARK. I'm excited!
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 21, 2024, 07:40:18 AM
Let's join the fun Gary. I'm in.
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
(https://i.imgur.com/X2eba05.jpg)
Welcome aboard, and what a great kit! :like:
It angers and saddens me to no end that I cannot find the Firefly down here. :(
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 21, 2024, 07:41:54 AM
Sounds good. :hatsoff:
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
Welcome to the challenge! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 21, 2024, 07:43:57 AM
My wife gifted me the Nanostriker XL. I like it.
I wish I had one of those, I've heard mostly good things. And the Nanostriker XL sounds great too. :cheers:
Post by: styx on February 21, 2024, 03:33:48 PM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 22, 2024, 03:05:37 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 22, 2024, 03:06:45 AM
Post by: AzteCypher on February 22, 2024, 05:14:05 AM
Post by: Explorer on February 22, 2024, 07:02:16 AM
:like:
:ahhh
Post by: TexasAKM on February 23, 2024, 04:45:02 PM
This sounds fun! I am llooking at the Rebar and friends challenge in April, but I could add a lighter and/or a ferro rod to my edc.
Post by: lazar on February 24, 2024, 03:30:07 AM
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
Post by: sparkyv on February 24, 2024, 04:03:34 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 24, 2024, 02:44:31 PM
Pun-a-licious, my friends!
This sounds fun! I am looking at the Rebar and friends challenge in April, but I could add a lighter and/or a ferro rod to my edc.
Feel free to join along, but when doing two challenges, we only get to request one badge. :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 24, 2024, 02:45:05 PM
Count me in!
1. ReamerPunch
2. MTSAK
3. Grand_Banana
4. Explorer
5. Sos24
6. Fireman
7. Enginears
8. Antti Lammi
9. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
Welcome! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 24, 2024, 02:47:31 PM
Not a challenge for me as I already EDC a ferro rod and 3 matches in a capsule every day. Only rule I don't already meet is taking a daily picture. Y'all have fun!
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Feel free to drop in and check on how we're doing. :cheers:
It'll be puntastic to have sparky follow along. :D
Post by: sparkyv on February 26, 2024, 02:29:38 AM
Post by: TexasAKM on February 26, 2024, 04:43:42 PM
Feel free to join along, but when doing two challenges, we only get to request one badge. :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 27, 2024, 07:13:28 AM
If you want to join, make it official by adding your name to the hotlist. Let's make it a baker's dozen! :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 24, 2024, 06:14:47 AM
Post by: Grand_Banana on March 25, 2024, 12:24:19 AM
Another week and this starts! :ahhh
That’s a good set of sparkys you got there.
Is that a light my fire brand of the morakniv ferro rod companion (I think that’s the right name for theknife)? Both are just mora and light my fire though?
Post by: BPRoberts on March 25, 2024, 01:18:57 AM
Post by: Sos24 on March 25, 2024, 03:03:18 AM
Anybody got the "zippo army knife"? (https://www.zippo.com/products/zippo-fire-starting-multi-tool) Be cool to see one in action.I don’t have it but have thought about it a few times. Some of the reviews I’ve heard about it weren’t that good so I have passed.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 25, 2024, 05:14:18 AM
Anybody got the "zippo army knife"? (https://www.zippo.com/products/zippo-fire-starting-multi-tool) Be cool to see one in action.
Fireman posted one in the first pages. :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 25, 2024, 05:15:10 AM
That’s a good set of sparkys you got there.
Is that a light my fire brand of the morakniv ferro rod companion (I think that’s the right name for theknife)? Both are just mora and light my fire though?
The Orange is the LMF Mora, the other is the Mora Companion Spark. :cheers:
Post by: styx on March 25, 2024, 08:15:28 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 30, 2024, 06:37:55 AM
Post by: Fireman on March 31, 2024, 02:05:17 PM
Post by: comis on March 31, 2024, 02:30:50 PM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
Post by: GA1dad on April 01, 2024, 02:11:28 AM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
Post by: Explorer on April 01, 2024, 02:27:37 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 01, 2024, 07:09:40 AM
Day 1
The half matchbox I made a while ago. Still plenty of matches for edc or a kit. And the Signal, which I don't think I've used in any challenge so far.
Post by: styx on April 01, 2024, 11:52:00 AM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53624639131_4d884978fe_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pGChXD)
Post by: Enginears on April 01, 2024, 02:55:07 PM
Some book matches I picked up somewhere that have tagged along in my first aid kit for a long time.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 01, 2024, 04:38:05 PM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
15.TexasAKM
Post by: TexasAKM on April 01, 2024, 04:42:34 PM
Day 1
The half matchbox I made a while ago. Still plenty of matches for edc or a kit.
Nice half matdh box! I like that!
Post by: comis on April 01, 2024, 05:48:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/WcDTm5e.jpeg)
I don't use my lighter on a regular basis, so it stayed in a small utility bag with a zip tie on it to prevent gas leak.
Post by: GA1dad on April 01, 2024, 06:49:33 PM
Fire 1 of 30
So I'm going into this with a self issued sub-challenge to start a fire each day, as well as a picture of the means of starting the fire. Today I'm taking the easy route by using a Bic lighter to melt frays on a cable sock before running wires into it. On Saturday I was up in the mountains and found this lighter on the ground, and it actually worked. Since I knew I'd be participating in this challenge I slipped it in my pocket. It will likely make a few appearances this month.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 01, 2024, 07:56:16 PM
Today tested my ferrorod and firecord mixed with wood and results seen in pic. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240401/d08b09b14bd62ddf055848e4fab1957e.jpg)
Only Tools Matters
Post by: SubMY on April 01, 2024, 10:36:39 PM
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
15.TexasAKM
16. SubMY
At the last minute I decided to join. I don't normally carry fire making stuff unless I'm camping so this will be a little bit of a change for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/YhfKeST.jpeg)
Starting simple today with just a zippo. It's one I carried in the army. I nevered smoked but it's amazing how nice people became when you offered them a light.
The fixed blade is a knife I'm in the middle of rehandling
Post by: Explorer on April 01, 2024, 11:22:02 PM
:ahhh LET THE FLAMES BEGIN! :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/ZKCSA3N.gif)
DAY 01
(https://i.imgur.com/yJdfoUX.jpeg)
Today's fire starter and fire related carries included: a titanium magnifying glass, a firebox nano, wax paper and a titanium travel tube full of matches.
(https://i.imgur.com/BsTyNs6.jpeg)
other items pictured left to right: leatherman PS style, Reylight triple dawn flashlight, titanium embassy pen, Farmer X red alox, titanium clip, titanium travel tube, titanium mini pen, titanium mini pick and titanium magnifying glass.
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 02, 2024, 12:05:59 AM
Starting out really serious today… :rofl: I have actually only used one of these. No time for a fire today and even though it’s nice out. It works well but takes the fun out of it.
More flaming fun in the days to come! :ahhh
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Post by: Fireman on April 02, 2024, 12:48:14 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/T177rgW/IMG-9760.jpg)
Post by: Fireman on April 02, 2024, 12:49:59 AM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
15.TexasAKM
16. SubMY
At the last minute I decided to join. I don't normally carry fire making stuff unless I'm camping so this will be a little bit of a change for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/YhfKeST.jpeg)
Starting simple today with just a zippo. It's one I carried in the army. I nevered smoked but it's amazing how nice people became when you offered them a light.
The fixed blade is a knife I'm in the middle of rehandling
:like:
Post by: Enginears on April 02, 2024, 01:15:50 AM
April Firestarting ChallengeI was thinking of doing the same but its been a busy day and now its raining with a tornado watch. I did light a candle though :D I am just going to strive for as many fires as I can.
Fire 1 of 30
So I'm going into this with a self issued sub-challenge to start a fire each day, as well as a picture of the means of starting the fire. .
Very nice looking set of tools and things you got there.:ahhh LET THE FLAMES BEGIN! :ahhh
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other items pictured left to right: leatherman PS style, Reylight triple dawn flashlight, titanium embassy pen, Farmer X red alox, titanium clip, titanium travel tube, titanium mini pen, titanium mini pick and titanium magnifying glass.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 02, 2024, 01:26:26 AM
Today I carried an Imco Triplex lighter. I have two others, but this one I had recently found on ebay. a fun lighter. The sog I don't normally carry, but it was on my desk and I didn't want to look for my rebar, my normal carry.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 02, 2024, 01:33:01 AM
Using my Xikar Cutter Mayan Cloisonne to light up some stress relief.
(https://i.imgur.com/0r5Hi6R.jpg)
Post by: Explorer on April 02, 2024, 01:48:40 AM
Very nice looking set of tools and things you got there.
thank you sir! :cheers: :salute:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 02, 2024, 03:24:03 AM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
15.TexasAKM
16. SubMY
At the last minute I decided to join. I don't normally carry fire making stuff unless I'm camping so this will be a little bit of a change for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/YhfKeST.jpeg)
Starting simple today with just a zippo. It's one I carried in the army. I nevered smoked but it's amazing how nice people became when you offered them a light.
The fixed blade is a knife I'm in the middle of rehandling
Welcome to the challenge, and I cannot wait to see what you do with that knife! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 02, 2024, 03:29:10 AM
Just got back from my physiotherapy, and it's raining nicely.
Post by: lazar on April 02, 2024, 06:31:42 AM
Just some all weather matches in waterproof USGI case. There's also a tiny ferro rod on the bottom of the case.
(https://i.ibb.co/LRGjRZz/20240401-232839.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/5h6cK3p/20240401-233037.jpg)
Post by: Fireman on April 02, 2024, 12:57:38 PM
Tomorrow is fire starting day. 8)
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Post by: comis on April 02, 2024, 01:45:51 PM
Day 1I read up on the last few posts about this knife, what a journey and a fantastic job! I often felt more drawn to a particular knife, when some work was done on it.
Some book matches I picked up somewhere that have tagged along in my first aid kit for a long time.
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Post by: comis on April 02, 2024, 01:48:31 PM
well this is my starting pointWhat's that on the right? Looks like a pet toy, but I could be wrong...
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53624639131_4d884978fe_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pGChXD)
Post by: comis on April 02, 2024, 01:50:04 PM
01. ReamerPunch
02. MTSAK
03. Grand_Banana
04. Explorer
05. Sos24
06. Fireman
07. Enginears
08. Antti Lammi
09. AzteCypher
10. KING_GORILLA
11. styx
12. lazar
13. Comis
14. GA1dad
15.TexasAKM
16. SubMY
At the last minute I decided to join. I don't normally carry fire making stuff unless I'm camping so this will be a little bit of a change for me.
(https://i.imgur.com/YhfKeST.jpeg)
Starting simple today with just a zippo. It's one I carried in the army. I nevered smoked but it's amazing how nice people became when you offered them a light.
The fixed blade is a knife I'm in the middle of rehandling
:popcorn: That knife...please keep us posted.
Post by: comis on April 02, 2024, 01:55:05 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/zWuU1kU.jpeg)
I have Bic lighters laying around the apartment and sometimes I would just rotate and carry a different one for a spin. Today I use it to finish up all the zipper pullers on Little guy's fencing bag.
Post by: BPRoberts on April 02, 2024, 02:09:56 PM
Post by: comis on April 02, 2024, 03:18:23 PM
Did you all see Zippo's April Fool's? (https://www.zippo.com/products/april-fools-street-chrome)Pretty good one.:D
Talking about April's fool, I saw an IG post from Spyderco which was pretty hilarious too!
Post by: MTSAK on April 02, 2024, 03:48:33 PM
Day 1 of 30
I always have this little pouch in my pocket with a mini Bic in it. Two of my four kids had birthdays this week, so it got used to light candles multiple times.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240402/36643bc53a5645761bde81fdfe12141f.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 02, 2024, 03:54:09 PM
Post by: MTSAK on April 02, 2024, 04:19:38 PM
I've been looking for a tiny pouch like that, for keychain-sized items. :cheers: I also like that tiny driver.The pouch is from GondekEDC and its the small size
https://www.gondekedc.com/product-page/edc-pouch
The driver is from Olight
https://www.olightstore.com/otacle-d1-titanium-edc-multi-bit-driver
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 02, 2024, 04:23:11 PM
Still a bit busy so getting a setup together. I haven’t really used my old beat up huntsman in a while so I thought I’d give it some time prepping tinder.
I’ll primarily use my ferro rod as the fire starter and when I can actually get out to use it I’ll practice with some different kindling and starting methods.
My go to setup is dryer lint and petroleum jelly with dried shavings. I’ve also saved and dried out some corn husks that light well with a lighter or match but have never tried a ferro rod with it. We’ll see how it goes.
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Post by: Enginears on April 02, 2024, 04:42:18 PM
I read up on the last few posts about this knife, what a journey and a fantastic job! I often felt more drawn to a particular knife, when some work was done on it.
I appreciate the kind words, it was my first real restoration and hopefully one of many more to come.
Post by: Enginears on April 02, 2024, 04:44:22 PM
Today I am carrying some special matches in a waterproof case. Riding along is my locking sodbuster Jr.
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Post by: styx on April 02, 2024, 08:14:58 PM
needed some help with the burner to make coffee for my wife
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53626838137_1f7267ec24_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pGPyDx)
Post by: Explorer on April 02, 2024, 11:58:13 PM
🔥 DAY 02 🔥
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carried the mag glass again today and matches in the titanium travel tube again. It rained all day so I didn't have a chance to have a fire but maybe tomorrow.
Post by: GA1dad on April 03, 2024, 01:34:59 AM
Fire 2 of 30
This morning I grabbed a 9V and a wad of 0000 steel wool and "carried" it in my lunchbox all day waiting for an opportunity to make a fire. I wound up bringing it back home and finally got to do it before dinner. I didn't have proper tinder for an actual flame up,,, but I got smoke,,,, so I'm counting it.
Post by: lazar on April 03, 2024, 02:50:28 AM
At work had the usgi match case with me.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 03, 2024, 04:09:20 AM
At the grocery store and had a minute to post. Imco 6700 again, and sog power lock.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 03, 2024, 04:11:21 AM
Post by: SubMY on April 03, 2024, 04:32:23 AM
I discovered that my case knife spine is much to rounded to strick a sparr. :whistle: good thing I have other knives.
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Post by: SubMY on April 03, 2024, 04:36:51 AM
🔥 DAY 02 🔥
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carried the mag glass again today and matches in the titanium travel tube again. It rained all day so I didn't have a chance to have a fire but maybe tomorrow.
I'm now wondering if a significantly strong flashlight counts as a fire starter :rofl:
Post by: nate j on April 03, 2024, 04:42:09 AM
I'm now wondering if a significantly strong flashlight counts as a fire starter :rofl:I would say yes, but if and only if you demonstrate that you can actually start a fire with it.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 03, 2024, 05:30:03 AM
The evening was chilly enough to setup the fire pit. Used the Exotac Nandostriker XL to light the dried sunflower stalks we used as kindling.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 03, 2024, 06:54:54 AM
I've had this mini Bic on my keys for three or so years.
No zip-tie safety, disposable, found it in the street, on my keys for over three years, and it is more reliable that a lighter that cost me $35 and they sell it empty to begin with. More on that later.
Post by: Antti Lammi on April 03, 2024, 08:14:20 AM
Only Tools Matters
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 03, 2024, 08:55:24 AM
Post by: MTSAK on April 03, 2024, 04:32:10 PM
Spent the day in the car traveling home yesterday. So, I had no use but had my usual mini Bic in my pocket, plus this ExoTac nanoSTRIKER XL (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240403/87e8d7fc5262b7be0c3e0ea2955329e3.jpg)
Post by: comis on April 03, 2024, 04:57:06 PM
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Dug out my IMCO imitation and refueling it sure bring smile on my face. The candle mode surely makes it a unique design.
Post by: comis on April 03, 2024, 05:12:21 PM
April Firestarting ChallengeClassic!
Fire 2 of 30
This morning I grabbed a 9V and a wad of 0000 steel wool and "carried" it in my lunchbox all day waiting for an opportunity to make a fire. I wound up bringing it back home and finally got to do it before dinner. I didn't have proper tinder for an actual flame up,,, but I got smoke,,,, so I'm counting it.
I would say yes, but if and only if you demonstrate that you can actually start a fire with it.(https://i.imgur.com/A6CmWHG.jpeg)
:popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn: :D
Post by: comis on April 03, 2024, 05:16:46 PM
Day 2Great use!
The evening was chilly enough to setup the fire pit. Used the Exotac Nandostriker XL to light the dried sunflower stalks we used as kindling.
(https://i.imgur.com/HM6gn7v.jpg)
Day 3Bic works in a mysterious way for me...sometimes I could have sworn some of them would emptied out just by sitting around in a drawer, some would just kept on going like an energizer bunny. But the firststarting device I'd always bring is always a Bic.
I've had this mini Bic on my keys for three or so years.
No zip-tie safety, disposable, found it in the street, on my keys for over three years, and it is more reliable that a lighter that cost me $35 and they sell it empty to begin with. More on that later.
Post by: comis on April 03, 2024, 05:17:09 PM
I gotta give up this challenge, too much things goes around and cannot focus on this. I will post some pics on my journey along month but cannot now commit fully on this.Sorry to see you go, do come back often whenever you are free!
Only Tools Matters
Post by: styx on April 03, 2024, 08:28:53 PM
nice and easy combo
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Post by: styx on April 03, 2024, 08:30:41 PM
What's that on the right? Looks like a pet toy, but I could be wrong...
Sorry, didn't see this right away. it is a pig wrist rest
Post by: Poncho65 on April 03, 2024, 08:31:38 PM
I have been meaning to keep up better with this challenge :ahhh will try to from here on :salute:
Post by: MTSAK on April 03, 2024, 10:28:25 PM
As usual, my EDC mini Bic. Also, I have my Blueridge overland gear bum bag in my work backpack, and I have this regular Bic wrapped in Gorilla tape in there. I've got a hair tie on it to keep it from leaking and in the event my wife, daughters, or foster son need one for a ponytail. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240403/f25c1dd6c59ff118e9600933c8abdeb0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240403/e581a65656129b284ed7d7e2ad09ad8b.jpg)
Post by: Fireman on April 04, 2024, 12:00:53 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 04, 2024, 12:14:04 AM
my wife hasn't noticed yet, I'm waiting for her to catch my throwing sparks in the house . :ahhh
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I'm having to be a little particular on which knives to grab in the morning half of them can't throw a spark. Luckily I've been carrying my vic huntsman around lately which throws a good spark with the saw.
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 04, 2024, 12:35:02 AM
April Firestarting Challenge
Fire 2 of 30
This morning I grabbed a 9V and a wad of 0000 steel wool and "carried" it in my lunchbox all day waiting for an opportunity to make a fire. I wound up bringing it back home and finally got to do it before dinner. I didn't have proper tinder for an actual flame up,,, but I got smoke,,,, so I'm counting it.
This is a technique I completely forgot about. :like:
Day 2
The evening was chilly enough to setup the fire pit. Used the Exotac Nandostriker XL to light the dried sunflower stalks we used as kindling.
(https://i.imgur.com/HM6gn7v.jpg)
Can you get sunflower stalks to catch other tinder? I’ve only been able to get husks to smoke and burn a little bit without catching other tinder. I imagine they’re similar.
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 04, 2024, 12:48:16 AM
Tried the ferro rod on the corn stalks. Get some smoldering, but can’t get it to light other tinder.
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By contrast sparking dryer lint. Hard to tell in the pic but there’s a flame going up here.
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Post by: Enginears on April 04, 2024, 12:59:14 AM
I am really enjoying the diversity of everyone’s fire making gear so far. I went for the Bic today, and I got an old wok to use as a fire bowl.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 04, 2024, 01:00:30 AM
Can you get sunflower stalks to catch other tinder? I’ve only been able to get husks to smoke and burn a little bit without catching other tinder. I imagine they’re similar.
I ended up having to pull out the inside of the stalk which was more tissue paper/foam like and that caught fire more easily than the stalk itself. Once the "stuffing" produced enough of a flame the stalks lit up nicely. Mind you though, these were those giant 8ft tall sunflower stalks so the base was close to an inch in diameter. I only mention that because there's enough "stuffing" within something that size to use as additional tinder.
Post by: Explorer on April 04, 2024, 02:11:03 AM
I'm now wondering if a significantly strong flashlight counts as a fire starter :rofl:
it's pretty strong- 3000 lumens and can melt a plastic bag so maybe you could be a fire starter- hopefully not in my pocket. :rofl:
:cheers:
Post by: GA1dad on April 04, 2024, 02:14:24 AM
Fire 3 of 30
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Post by: Explorer on April 04, 2024, 02:22:54 AM
🔥DAY 03🔥
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Fire carries include bic lighter, titanium mag glass, and matches in the titanium travel tube.
another wet soggy day here so unfortunately again no opportunities to have a fire. but I did use the BIC lighter to light some incense.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 04, 2024, 03:08:58 AM
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 04, 2024, 05:09:34 AM
Carrying these today, the borkum riff lighter is a pipe lighter.
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Post by: Enginears on April 04, 2024, 06:22:04 AM
Lit up another cigar this evening. Used my "travel" matches. I commandeered and old Tic-Tac box that I glued the strike strips to.:cheers: Good use of a tictac box that would otherwise go in the trash.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2024, 09:16:03 AM
Day 3 of 30
As usual, my EDC mini Bic. Also, I have my Blueridge overland gear bum bag in my work backpack, and I have this regular Bic wrapped in Gorilla tape in there. I've got a hair tie on it to keep it from leaking and in the event my wife, daughters, or foster son need one for a ponytail. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240403/f25c1dd6c59ff118e9600933c8abdeb0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240403/e581a65656129b284ed7d7e2ad09ad8b.jpg)
Wow, that pouch is bigger on the inside than on the outside! :ahhh
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2024, 09:18:13 AM
DAY 3 I had my signal with me today on a hike. No fire starting though.
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I've warmed up to the Signal. It's definitely a good edc tool. :tu:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2024, 09:23:42 AM
Slow, dreary day. My foot is not agreeing with the new medication. I was in too much pain at work so they let me leave early. Anyway.
My Zippo was a gift. I bought the single torch insert even though I had seen some bad reviews. And, what do you know. Mine doesn't work out of the box. I contacted Zippo, they gave me the Aus customer service email. I hope I can get it sorted. I've seen people explain the necessary fix, but I don't want to take it apart, if I can have Zippo themselves fix it.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2024, 09:56:48 AM
At least it is fitting to try Zippo's warranty and customer service during this challenge. :cheers:
Post by: Fireman on April 04, 2024, 02:01:40 PM
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Post by: Enginears on April 04, 2024, 02:27:56 PM
I wanted to try bamboo only fire starting with the ferro rod. Since I am going through Opinel withdrawals I grabbed my trusty No 7 to help. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2024, 02:53:01 PM
DAY 4 Old school today! I've got a tin with my steel, some flint pieces, char cloth, and assorted other tinder. It's too windy and I don't have time or patience before work to start a fire with it. I have done it, but the tiniest SAK ferro rod works 1000x better.
(https://i.ibb.co/Tgn6WcK/IMG-9766.jpg)
That steel whale is great! :like:
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 04, 2024, 04:47:22 PM
Here’s another pic from yesterday
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But today it’s rather snowy
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Post by: comis on April 04, 2024, 05:36:35 PM
Day 3That's a pretty neat way to repurpose a cooking pan!
I am really enjoying the diversity of everyone’s fire making gear so far. I went for the Bic today, and I got an old wok to use as a fire bowl.
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it's pretty strong- 3000 lumens and can melt a plastic bag so maybe you could be a fire starter- hopefully not in my pocket. :rofl:I remembered long time ago I was attending a meeting while the lights went off in the middle of it, I pulled out my trusted SF A2 and ceiling bounce the light for half an hour until the meeting ends. At that point, I completely forgotten how hot the light would have gotten and it sure felt like fire (pun intended).
:cheers:
Since then, I have to always put a mental note that anything exceeding a few hundred lumens is to be treated with care. :facepalm:
Post by: comis on April 04, 2024, 05:37:41 PM
Day 4
Slow, dreary day. My foot is not agreeing with the new medication. I was in too much pain at work so they let me leave early. Anyway.
My Zippo was a gift. I bought the single torch insert even though I had seen some bad reviews. And, what do you know. Mine doesn't work out of the box. I contacted Zippo, they gave me the Aus customer service email. I hope I can get it sorted. I've seen people explain the necessary fix, but I don't want to take it apart, if I can have Zippo themselves fix it.
RP, hope your leg will feel better soon and the malfunctioning Zippo would get a fix soon!
Post by: comis on April 04, 2024, 05:40:46 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/tdXwwCi.jpeg)
Managed to dig this out of my fire goodies pile, and just a glamour shot over a phone I recently got.
Post by: SubMY on April 04, 2024, 10:14:47 PM
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Went simple today. As much as I love old lights and other fire starters , the reality is a bic is just one of the best....don't stone me!
Post by: styx on April 04, 2024, 10:51:44 PM
going light today
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Post by: MTSAK on April 04, 2024, 10:54:18 PM
Carried my Exotac NanoSPARK and mini Bic. I made one fire a month or so ago when I first got the NanoSPARK, and it was as easy as it could be. Frayed the quickLight tinder from the waterproof storage in the bottom and one flick of the wheel, and I had fire. I ordered a set of replacement flints and more quickLights at the time I ordered the NanoSPARK, so I would have extras. Dropped a couple of flints in the bottom with the tinder. Now I just need to figure out what I can cover the wheel with so I can pocket carry it without it destroying my pocket or pocket contents. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240404/24672bcf72526cb71e69bace95918aea.jpg)
Post by: nate j on April 05, 2024, 01:55:05 AM
DAY 4 Old school today! I've got a tin with my steel, some flint pieces, char cloth, and assorted other tinder. It's too windy and I don't have time or patience before work to start a fire with it. I have done it, but the tiniest SAK ferro rod works 1000x better.Makes you really appreciate the skill those old timers had, when flint and steel (or even bow drill or hand drill) was the only option.
Post by: GA1dad on April 05, 2024, 02:05:32 AM
Fire 4 of 30
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Post by: nate j on April 05, 2024, 02:28:41 AM
the reality is a bic is just one of the bestTruth. They are great pieces of gear.
They’re disposable, but inexpensive and they last a long time, with one lighter potentially good for thousands of lights/fires.
They don’t work when wet, but drop one in a puddle, shake the water out of it, blow it out, let it dry a bit, and you’re back in business.
Some people complain that they don’t work if they get too cold. I’ve never been on a polar expedition or anything like that, but my experience through mid-western and PA winters has been that, as long as you put/keep them in an inside pocket until needed, your body heat will keep them warm enough to function properly.
The only minor annoyance I have had with them over the years is that they aren’t even a little bit wind resistant.
Post by: Explorer on April 05, 2024, 02:45:26 AM
🔥DAY 04🔥
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went to PT today so couldn't pocket that much just the red FX, titanium embassy pen and gold plate Dunhill rollagas lighter.
was pretty tired after so unfortunately no fires today :twak:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 05, 2024, 04:24:29 AM
Pocket dump at work today.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 05, 2024, 05:41:40 AM
Day 4 of 30
Pocket dump at work today.
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Those are some big pockets! :D
Post by: AzteCypher on April 05, 2024, 06:19:21 AM
Used the Xikar Mayan Cloisonne again this evening.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 05, 2024, 10:18:20 AM
Post by: Fireman on April 05, 2024, 01:47:53 PM
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Post by: Fireman on April 05, 2024, 01:49:30 PM
Day 4 of 30
Pocket dump at work today.
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I know this thread is about fire, but I'm jealous of your mics. :tu:
Post by: Enginears on April 05, 2024, 02:47:07 PM
Another day with the ferro rod. This time trying some twine. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 05, 2024, 04:19:23 PM
Home inspection today. Carrying this blue Bic for the sparky, but probably won’t use it today.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 05, 2024, 04:44:42 PM
I know this thread is about fire, but I'm jealous of your mics. :tu:
I use dial calipers alot more than mics, I run a cnc mill. I have accumulated a fair amount of mics over the years.
:cheers:
Post by: comis on April 05, 2024, 04:45:48 PM
Bring along another Bic I've collected while bring little guy to go on a small trip over the weekend.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 06, 2024, 12:06:35 AM
Here's another mic pic for you, Fireman!
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Post by: GA1dad on April 06, 2024, 12:29:48 AM
Fire 5 of 30
Using dryer lint for tìnder. We save it all year for use in the fireplace and for camping
Post by: Fireman on April 06, 2024, 01:41:03 AM
Day 5 of 30
Here's another mic pic for you, Fireman!
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Ooh, Starrett... :like:
Post by: BPRoberts on April 06, 2024, 03:18:06 AM
Post by: Explorer on April 06, 2024, 04:00:24 AM
🔥DAY 05🔥
it was a busy day today working in the music studio today so only carried a few items- the Dunhill rollagas lighter, reylight triple dawn, embassy pen and FX.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 06, 2024, 06:04:22 AM
Didn't get to use my Firefly ferro rod today like I intended so here's a poor glamour shot instead.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 06, 2024, 06:55:42 AM
Big fan of the Roxon Flash. They should sell the whistle and ferro rod combo on its own.
Post by: SubMY on April 06, 2024, 08:16:15 AM
Unfortunate day, storage unit got broken into several thousand dollars worth of stuff got stolen. Surprisingly they didn't take any of my backpacking gear.
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This is a little backpacking stove, extremely small. Not the lightest one out there but not half bad.
Post by: styx on April 06, 2024, 08:34:42 AM
had an emergency dental thing yesterday which resulted in me passing out earlier than usual. these were my companions
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Post by: Fireman on April 06, 2024, 01:45:31 PM
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 06, 2024, 05:38:49 PM
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Smoldering
Post by: SubMY on April 06, 2024, 07:51:32 PM
Day 6 obviously not in my pocket. Haha but for sparking up a torch to loosen some bolts today. Honestly makes me wonder why you don't see these in kits home kits, they spark super easy.
Post by: comis on April 06, 2024, 08:36:29 PM
Been a pretty long day, and finally got home with little guy from a short trip. The lighter came in handy for lighting up a surprise bday cake for another parent.
Post by: GA1dad on April 07, 2024, 01:20:27 AM
Fire 6 of 30
Little mini fire :pok:
Post by: GA1dad on April 07, 2024, 01:21:56 AM
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Day 6 obviously not in my pocket. Haha but for sparking up a torch to loosen some bolts today. Honestly makes me wonder why you don't see these in kits home kits, they spark super easy.
Nice!!! Been a while since II had to fire up a torch. :like:
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 07, 2024, 01:33:07 AM
Post by: Enginears on April 07, 2024, 04:57:09 AM
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Post by: Explorer on April 07, 2024, 05:07:04 AM
🔥DAY 06🔥
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finally got to have a fire in the firebox in between downpours. used the matches in the titanium travel tube and wax paper to get it going.
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other items carried: Leatherman style PS, Manker Striker mini torch, Titanium embassy pen, FX, Titanium travel tube, titanium mini pick, titanium mini pen, titanium mag glass and titanium clip.
Post by: MTSAK on April 07, 2024, 06:22:27 AM
Day 5:
Carried my only Zippo. I mainly pack it during hunting season but dug it out yesterday and filled it up. Man, I love the smell of Zippo fuel(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/da7828b86ae8f6427362ec42d8b7df4f.jpg)
Post by: TexasAKM on April 07, 2024, 06:23:33 AM
Busy at a farmers market today, no pic there, bu there are some of the things I carried today.
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Post by: MTSAK on April 07, 2024, 06:23:36 AM
We had a birthday party for my son and his friends. The mini Bic saved the day lighting candles again (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/2d4d94ed93aaea707f79436726b8ce2c.jpg)
Post by: TexasAKM on April 07, 2024, 06:37:14 AM
Day 5:
Man, I love the smell of Zippo fuel
:tu: :cheers:
Post by: nate j on April 07, 2024, 07:06:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/WvO6Hpo.jpeg)To an extent, you’ve answered your own question, in the sense that one of the reasons you don’t see these in many other applications is their large size relative to other options such as a Bic lighter or Exotac Nanospark.
Day 6 obviously not in my pocket. Haha but for sparking up a torch to loosen some bolts today. Honestly makes me wonder why you don't see these in kits home kits, they spark super easy.
I think another reason is that, while they are great for lighting torches, Bunsen burners, gas stoves or grills, etc. they are not as versatile as some other options. It might be difficult to direct the spark into a tinder bundle the way you can with a ferro rod. And for lighting solid fuels, I think a flame-producing tool would always be preferred to a spark-producing tool.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 07, 2024, 08:08:16 AM
Post by: styx on April 07, 2024, 08:47:49 AM
you wouldn't believe me if I told you what went on. suffice to say it was a crazy day yesterday yet again
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Post by: Enginears on April 07, 2024, 09:14:43 PM
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Post by: MTSAK on April 07, 2024, 11:43:03 PM
Used the NanoSPARK to start a fire to burn birthday trash. Had a video of striking once to light the tinder but don't know how to upload it (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/bb74cef8049b9ca2451a5f77d43c9e55.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/082db8123155fd0fdb90b1e243567d63.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/37aaed9f1b378eb258f67c02d5e4f46f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/4bdece1bd7d869b6d4ef9a738d0611c4.jpg)
Post by: Fireman on April 07, 2024, 11:57:41 PM
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Post by: GA1dad on April 08, 2024, 01:26:40 AM
Fire 7 of 30
Yes,,,, I could have pushed the button to light the grill tonight,,, but there's not post in that.
Post by: Enginears on April 08, 2024, 01:43:13 AM
April Firestarting Challenge:drool: Looking good there GA1dad.
Fire 7 of 30
Yes,,,, I could have pushed the button to light the grill tonight,,, but there's not post in that.
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 08, 2024, 02:24:41 AM
:drool: Looking good there GA1dad.
:iagree: :like: that’s a great dinner
Day 7 of 30:
Used the NanoSPARK to start a fire to burn birthday trash. Had a video of striking once to light the tinder but don't know how to upload it (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/bb74cef8049b9ca2451a5f77d43c9e55.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/082db8123155fd0fdb90b1e243567d63.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/37aaed9f1b378eb258f67c02d5e4f46f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240407/4bdece1bd7d869b6d4ef9a738d0611c4.jpg)
I was going ask about videos too
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 08, 2024, 02:27:20 AM
Snow melted and a beautiful day to practice lighting the dryer lint starter.
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Post by: SubMY on April 08, 2024, 02:55:45 AM
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Weekend carry so I can carry the big knives like I used to in the army. :salute: haha really the only reason I don't anymore is they don't fit well in normal pants. Military fatigues have big pockets.
Post by: Explorer on April 08, 2024, 03:31:50 AM
🔥DAY 07🔥
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today it was the Dunhill rollagas lighter and titanium Mag glass combo with some other tools including titanium mini pen, titanium pick poker and lumintop tool AA torch.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 08, 2024, 05:14:49 AM
Didn't get to post yesterday as we were tied up all day with the kids's games and family coming over. Here's a tiki lighter I got in Hawaii 15yrs ago.
(https://i.imgur.com/Osmzjkc.jpg)
Post by: AzteCypher on April 08, 2024, 05:15:36 AM
Wife requested I apply fire to this candle. I happily obliged with my travel matches.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 08, 2024, 05:17:42 AM
I carried a clipper lighter today.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 08, 2024, 09:06:55 AM
Post by: comis on April 08, 2024, 03:36:02 PM
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Little guy liked ordering his spam sandwich just before his choir class.
Day 8
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The real Exotac firestarter vs a free gift I received while ordering some EDC gear from a website. The fit and finish is pretty bad, and the ferro rod is pretty low grade, but it probably costed a lot less to make as well.
Post by: comis on April 08, 2024, 03:39:23 PM
Day 7I really quite enjoy the Zebralight form factor and how light it is in the pocket, and is that a Pelican M6 from another picture you posted? Those are built like a tank, and I dare say they are probably one of the most overbuilt flashlight when it first came out.
(https://i.imgur.com/Xtk6U1r.jpeg)
Weekend carry so I can carry the big knives like I used to in the army. :salute: haha really the only reason I don't anymore is they don't fit well in normal pants. Military fatigues have big pockets.
Day 6Cool! 8)
Didn't get to post yesterday as we were tied up all day with the kids's games and family coming over. Here's a tiki lighter I got in Hawaii 15yrs ago.
(https://i.imgur.com/Osmzjkc.jpg)
Post by: comis on April 08, 2024, 03:40:15 PM
Day 8That's one long match! :o But I could imagine they are great for lighting gas lantern.
Post by: SubMY on April 08, 2024, 06:24:40 PM
I really quite enjoy the Zebralight form factor and how light it is in the pocket, and is that a Pelican M6 from another picture you posted? Those are built like a tank, and I dare say they are probably one of the most overbuilt flashlight when it first came out.
Ah yes I love that little zebralight, it wasn't me who posted the pelican, but I agree they are great lights.
Post by: styx on April 08, 2024, 06:29:07 PM
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Post by: styx on April 08, 2024, 06:43:50 PM
some redemption that was owed. had a nice walk with the family on the 5th but my little guy was a bit fussy afterwards. to make matters even worse, couldn't upload the pics from my cell so had to send them to myself and upload on the pc
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Post by: comis on April 08, 2024, 07:16:45 PM
Ah yes I love that little zebralight, it wasn't me who posted the pelican, but I agree they are great lights.Yikes, sorry for the mixed up. :hatsoff:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 08, 2024, 07:58:12 PM
Clipper lighter again today; I also installed some eclipse glasses in my Rebar to have them handy! :D
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Post by: Fireman on April 09, 2024, 12:02:36 AM
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Post by: GA1dad on April 09, 2024, 12:43:57 AM
Fire 8 of 30
Fatlighter,,, a wonderful thing!! Lights easy and smells good too.
Post by: Enginears on April 09, 2024, 02:03:06 AM
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 09, 2024, 03:05:29 AM
Not too bad a fit. Maybe I’ll get a mini bic.
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Post by: lazar on April 09, 2024, 03:16:55 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 09, 2024, 03:22:41 AM
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Ran a little experiment comparing some steel wool and some dryer lint.
(https://i.imgur.com/AOwd6H0.jpeg)
The lint obviously went up quick after a spark with a good flame.
(https://i.imgur.com/nHQN42Z.jpeg)
The steel wool again caught well with a spark but smoldered more than burnt. I should try again with a little petroleum jelly on each to compare.
Post by: MTSAK on April 09, 2024, 03:58:44 AM
Carried my usual mini Bic and one of my Huntsman with a Firefly firesteel (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240409/44588f262fbf2f21b5237fcc95c44541.jpg)
Post by: Explorer on April 09, 2024, 04:49:14 AM
🔥DAY 08🔥
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happy solar eclipse day to those who could see it :ahhh
carried the Dunhill rollagas again but no uses.
other items: titanium embassy pen, Reylight triple dawn and FX
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 09, 2024, 05:10:32 AM
My foot is on fire. :(
But it doesn't count for the challenge so here's three sparkers. The two I carved out of Bic lighters, the smaller one is from a lighter branded TuTu, they look like a Bic but have a sparker insert like Clipper lighters.
Post by: Enginears on April 09, 2024, 07:39:59 AM
Day 9I have not seen them separately, do you use it to spark tinder? Or light a gas stove?
My foot is on fire. :(
But it doesn't count for the challenge so here's three sparkers. The two I carved out of Bic lighters, the smaller one is from a lighter branded TuTu, they look like a Bic but have a sparker insert like Clipper lighters.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 09, 2024, 12:36:58 PM
Post by: Enginears on April 09, 2024, 05:08:14 PM
Had to bow out of this one, just couldn't keep up. But just got this USGI Aviation Match Case and thought I'd share with y'all.Thats pretty cool Lazar. A lot of fire starting power in one place.
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Post by: comis on April 09, 2024, 07:01:27 PM
Had to bow out of this one, just couldn't keep up. But just got this USGI Aviation Match Case and thought I'd share with y'all.Sorry to see you go, but cool match case!
(https://i.ibb.co/TqgqMHq/20240408-194841.jpg)
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Post by: comis on April 09, 2024, 07:09:40 PM
Finally found my secret stash of lighters I have collected a while ago, still mixing a few, but this definitely bring back the fun!
(https://i.imgur.com/6fFWB9F.jpeg)
Marvel is an early model made by Tsubota Pearl, a Japanese lighter company. Though this is quite old and the small rubber pad is ready to fall off from sealing the wick, it is still one of the most unique lighters I have collected.
Post by: comis on April 09, 2024, 07:10:46 PM
Day 9
My foot is on fire. :(
But it doesn't count for the challenge so here's three sparkers. The two I carved out of Bic lighters, the smaller one is from a lighter branded TuTu, they look like a Bic but have a sparker insert like Clipper lighters.
Hope the foot will get better soon!
I remembered seeing these from another challenge, was it from the Nessmuk challenge?
Post by: comis on April 09, 2024, 07:12:36 PM
How do you like the Reylight? I discovered his light sometime last year, and all the tints are some of the best I have seen. Quite enjoy his practical spacing and setting of the lights.🔥DAY 08🔥
(https://i.imgur.com/yktaOBA.jpeg)
happy solar eclipse day to those who could see it :ahhh
carried the Dunhill rollagas again but no uses.
other items: titanium embassy pen, Reylight triple dawn and FX
Post by: comis on April 09, 2024, 07:15:16 PM
Day 8But the cool thing about steel wool is it could be easily lit with electronics/battery, and it is multi purpose as is. I also wonder will one do better than the other in wet environment, with or without the jelly...
(https://i.imgur.com/3h90K2a.jpeg)
Ran a little experiment comparing some steel wool and some dryer lint.
(https://i.imgur.com/AOwd6H0.jpeg)
The lint obviously went up quick after a spark with a good flame.
(https://i.imgur.com/nHQN42Z.jpeg)
The steel wool again caught well with a spark but smoldered more than burnt. I should try again with a little petroleum jelly on each to compare.
Post by: styx on April 09, 2024, 10:39:02 PM
see this is why dinosaurs went extinct. they couldn't use any firelighting tools available
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 10, 2024, 12:46:20 AM
Catching dried out corn cob is apparently about good technique. I could not get a good light with the ferro rod striker or the Vic saw. But, the Wave saw threw a shower of sparks and it lit straight away.
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Post by: Enginears on April 10, 2024, 12:48:51 AM
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Post by: GA1dad on April 10, 2024, 01:12:23 AM
Fire 9 of 30
Post by: Explorer on April 10, 2024, 03:04:05 AM
🔥DAY 09🔥
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Carried the titanium magnifying glass again- it was a busy day today so didn't get a chance to try to start a fire with it- maybe tomorrow tho.
Also carried the FX and a Reylight x Vosteed Rook flashlight with triple Nichia 519a 4000K emitters that Rey just sent over. so far i'm really impressed with what it puts out for its relatively small size. i can post some beam-shots if anyone is interested- just a gorgeous tint from those 519's! :ahhh
Post by: SubMY on April 10, 2024, 05:16:57 AM
Just going with a zippo today.
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🔥DAY 09🔥Also carried the FX and a Reylight x Vosteed Rook flashlight with triple Nichia 519a 4000K emitters that Rey just sent over. so far i'm really impressed with what it puts out for its relatively small size. i can post some beam-shots if anyone is interested- just a gorgeous tint from those 519's! :ahhh
Definitely put up those beam shots!
Post by: AzteCypher on April 10, 2024, 05:35:58 AM
Had to travel for work so I didn't get to post earlier. Stopped by a gas station and picked up this cool lighter. No, I'm not a Pisces. I only noticed the cool looking Koi when I bought it. Didn't notice the Zodiac sign until I got home.
(https://i.imgur.com/tJ7O1RP.jpg)
Post by: AzteCypher on April 10, 2024, 05:37:28 AM
Used my tiki lighter to seal the end of this micro paracord.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 10, 2024, 09:34:58 AM
Hope the foot will get better soon!
I remembered seeing these from another challenge, was it from the Nessmuk challenge?
I've shown them in a few challenges, I've made a lot. :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 10, 2024, 09:39:11 AM
Signal and a sausage roll.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 10, 2024, 12:42:26 PM
Had to fire up the bee smoker today.
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Post by: BPRoberts on April 10, 2024, 03:47:55 PM
Day 9
My foot is on fire. :(
But it doesn't count for the challenge so here's three sparkers. The two I carved out of Bic lighters, the smaller one is from a lighter branded TuTu, they look like a Bic but have a sparker insert like Clipper lighters.
Never thought of this, but it's a cool idea. Next time I empty a bic I'll give it a try.
Post by: Fireman on April 10, 2024, 07:44:39 PM
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Post by: comis on April 10, 2024, 07:49:08 PM
As a fellow flashlight enthusiast, I'm always happy to see a beam shot as a comparison. And I absolutely adore the 519a leds, especially the 5700 dedomed. It has absolutely no tint shift even when when it is dim and a nice hint of rosiness in it to make it warm and good to look at. (sorry for the detour, can't resist this one)🔥DAY 09🔥
(https://i.imgur.com/uR646ux.jpeg)
Carried the titanium magnifying glass again- it was a busy day today so didn't get a chance to try to start a fire with it- maybe tomorrow tho.
Also carried the FX and a Reylight x Vosteed Rook flashlight with triple Nichia 519a 4000K emitters that Rey just sent over. so far i'm really impressed with what it puts out for its relatively small size. i can post some beam-shots if anyone is interested- just a gorgeous tint from those 519's! :ahhh
Post by: comis on April 10, 2024, 07:50:28 PM
Day 8Neat looking bic!
Had to travel for work so I didn't get to post earlier. Stopped by a gas station and picked up this cool lighter. No, I'm not a Pisces. I only noticed the cool looking Koi when I bought it. Didn't notice the Zodiac sign until I got home.
(https://i.imgur.com/tJ7O1RP.jpg)
Day 9 of 30Did it get the job done?
Had to fire up the bee smoker today.
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Post by: Fireman on April 10, 2024, 07:50:37 PM
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Post by: comis on April 10, 2024, 07:55:37 PM
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I don't use my Zippo on a regular basis, and some of them are mostly for collecting. But one thing I learn about modern Zippo production is that they don't have the wick extend all the way to the bottom of the lighter. Some are even just all bunched up at the top inside the fluid chamber. So I am doing a rearrangement on this one to try to optimize the fuel flow.
Post by: comis on April 10, 2024, 07:59:18 PM
DAY 10 My sapphire Spartan with Firefly. The problem should be obvious: the tip broke off the Firefly, leaving it impossible to remove from the scale by normal means. Another SAK came to the rescue, but I don't normally carry two. I've thought about sculpting a drop of JB Weld to make a new end to grab. Good idea? :think:I too think sculpting the JB weld probably is a pretty viable solution, especially if they don't cure too quickly so you could work it into a shape that you want.
(https://i.ibb.co/C64j3v4/IMG-9775.jpg)
And if you have spare toothpicks, maybe slicing the tip off another one and superglue it onto the firefly may work too?
Post by: Enginears on April 10, 2024, 08:06:50 PM
Post by: TexasAKM on April 10, 2024, 09:40:16 PM
Did it get the job done?
Yes, the imco lit the smoker, and the smoker mostly kept the bees from bothering me while I worked.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 10, 2024, 09:46:32 PM
and is that a Pelican M6 from another picture you posted?
If you are referencing the well worn silver pelican in some of my posts, that is a 2350, a single AA. I really enjoy the 2350, I have carried it for 5 years solid, and more recently alternating other flashlights. I also have 4 or 5 m6s, and like those too.
Post by: styx on April 10, 2024, 10:10:43 PM
easy carry last couple of days
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Post by: SubMY on April 10, 2024, 11:34:11 PM
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Someone mentioned a leatherman saw throwing better sparks for them. So I figured I'd play with it today and see. It seems to work well enough but I don't think it gave any better sparks than my vic saw. By far my favorite is an opinel. Closed they're the safest option.
Post by: MTSAK on April 10, 2024, 11:38:12 PM
Day 9 of 30:
Zippo day(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240410/6427dde44dd8db4514c0d78678cf447f.jpg)
Post by: MTSAK on April 10, 2024, 11:39:08 PM
You'd be surprised how often I use this lighter in my desk as a teacher. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240410/a7b24e5c3c5ebd99604dbe1e1779d9f4.jpg)
Post by: Enginears on April 11, 2024, 02:31:05 AM
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 11, 2024, 03:03:35 AM
Pocket fire.
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Post by: Explorer on April 11, 2024, 03:54:56 AM
🔥DAY 10🔥
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Post by: Explorer on April 11, 2024, 04:13:07 AM
How do you like the Reylight? I discovered his light sometime last year, and all the tints are some of the best I have seen. Quite enjoy his practical spacing and setting of the lights.
i've really been enjoying Reylights and getting quite hooked on them. Rey is a really nice guy and his lights are great quality with beautiful emitters, nice solid tail switches, sapphire lens and I'm a big fan of the programming. :cheers:
Definitely put up those beam shots!
OK will do! :salute:
As a fellow flashlight enthusiast, I'm always happy to see a beam shot as a comparison. And I absolutely adore the 519a leds, especially the 5700 dedomed. It has absolutely no tint shift even when when it is dim and a nice hint of rosiness in it to make it warm and good to look at. (sorry for the detour, can't resist this one)
me too those 519a are absolutely brilliant! looks like there's some interest in the beam shots so I'll try to do some proper ones out on the back 40 tonight when it's really dark. Stay tuned! :hatsoff:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 11, 2024, 06:17:31 AM
I pulled some fungus off a dead tree with the intent of using it as tinder. I had plenty of spark with my Firefly but it wasn't taking it. I thought it was either too windy or the fungus was still damp from yesterday's storms. I added some dryer lint but still no fire. I finally wrapped everything in a napkin, and then used some chunks of bark to block the spark from the wind. After several tries I finally got it to light. I felt like I had plenty of spark but the wind definitely didn't help any. I'm going to try again with the Firefly when there's no wind to see if that was the issue.
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Post by: SubMY on April 11, 2024, 07:36:29 AM
Day 10 of 30:Karas Kustom Render K?
You'd be surprised how often I use this lighter in my desk as a teacher. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240410/a7b24e5c3c5ebd99604dbe1e1779d9f4.jpg)
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 11, 2024, 09:28:49 AM
Roxon Flash and Milwaukee fastback. I like the fastback, but it's as big as a multi-tool with a tenth of the utility. I'll dig out my Gerber EAB, at least that one is tiny.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 11, 2024, 12:46:02 PM
Here is one of my imco lighters, and the brass one is my son's lighter, but I don't know what brand it is. :facepalm:
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Post by: MTSAK on April 11, 2024, 04:43:01 PM
Karas Kustom Render K?
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Sure is. Was my first "nice" pen
Post by: styx on April 11, 2024, 07:20:37 PM
getting ready for a change tomorrow
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Post by: Enginears on April 11, 2024, 07:21:17 PM
Sun is finally out, so I checked the tinder box and pulled out my SAK. Its amazing how quickly this charred canvas will start smoldering. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: comis on April 11, 2024, 07:29:55 PM
Day 10That's a cool test, and the delicate size of the flrefly probably does make it even more challenging that it is. I wonder will a larger ferro rod or even one with magnesium block will make a big difference in this damp environment.
I pulled some fungus off a dead tree with the intent of using it as tinder. I had plenty of spark with my Firefly but it wasn't taking it. I thought it was either too windy or the fungus was still damp from yesterday's storms. I added some dryer lint but still no fire. I finally wrapped everything in a napkin, and then used some chunks of bark to block the spark from the wind. After several tries I finally got it to light. I felt like I had plenty of spark but the wind definitely didn't help any. I'm going to try again with the Firefly when there's no wind to see if that was the issue.
(https://i.imgur.com/v1bpxw7.jpg) (https://i.imgur.com/K2JYRuv.jpg)
Post by: comis on April 11, 2024, 07:34:02 PM
Day 10 of 30I think I might have seen it somewhere, besides the gas flame, does it also have a "match" you can lit installed inside the body?
Here is one of my imco lighters, and the brass one is my son's lighter, but I don't know what brand it is. :facepalm:
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Post by: comis on April 11, 2024, 07:36:03 PM
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I picked up a green Zippo recently, planning to learn a few tricks or two with it.
Post by: comis on April 11, 2024, 07:38:49 PM
If you are referencing the well worn silver pelican in some of my posts, that is a 2350, a single AA. I really enjoy the 2350, I have carried it for 5 years solid, and more recently alternating other flashlights. I also have 4 or 5 m6s, and like those too.Thanks to this, it looks so much like a mini M6 and have no idea this exist. Cool!
I have fond memories with the PM6, that's one rugged flashlight that's almost unbreakable and great for building hotrod led light (way back when led was just starting to become popular).
Post by: comis on April 11, 2024, 07:41:39 PM
Day 11Nice! Sometimes in broad daylight it maybe hard to tell whether the charred cloth was lit, and don't asked me how I know... :facepalm:
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 12, 2024, 01:55:19 AM
More corn cob lighting.
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I’ll have to try lighting fungus next we have plenty growing on a number of trees.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 12, 2024, 03:19:28 AM
Poppies have been blooming for the last two days, so here they are with a Gerber Strike force.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 12, 2024, 03:25:14 AM
That's a cool test, and the delicate size of the flrefly probably does make it even more challenging that it is. I wonder will a larger ferro rod or even one with magnesium block will make a big difference in this damp environment.
I still have more fungus left so I'm going to try with the Nanostriker and a mag block/ferro rod to see if that helps. The fungus is pretty thick though so I'm going to tear it into thinner pieces and try with the Firefly again.
Day 11
I'll be using my trusty Zippo this weekend. I think I've had it for nigh on 25yrs.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 12, 2024, 03:32:18 AM
I think I might have seen it somewhere, besides the gas flame, does it also have a "match" you can lit installed inside the body?
Yes, it has the permanent match or whatever it is called. Son said it is a $20 Amazon lighter.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 12, 2024, 03:40:30 AM
Thanks to this, it looks so much like a mini M6 and have no idea this exist. Cool!
I have fond memories with the PM6, that's one rugged flashlight that's almost unbreakable and great for building hotrod led light (way back when led was just starting to become popular).
Cool! My 2350 is rugged, I don't know how many times I have dropped it on concrete, and it still works great. It was black anodized, now silver from pocket wear, with keys, multitools, change, etc.
I have hot Roddenberry two or three m6's, one even has a Malkoff drop in unit. Not done with them all, yet. Lots of fun.
Post by: Explorer on April 12, 2024, 05:56:57 AM
🔥DAY 11🔥
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it was too cloudy and rainy today for trying to start a fire with the magnifying glass so just carried the Dunhill rollagas, Reylight Rook and FX. used the lighter to fire up some incense but no action shots.
it's been pretty rainy and misty here so it's hard to get a proper beam shot but tried my best. Here's the beam shot for the Reylight Rook with triple 519a 4000K emitters on turbo. forgot to take a "before" shot but it was basically pitch dark- this little light is such a nice flood and thrower in one.
:cheers:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 12, 2024, 10:35:37 AM
Another endless day at work.
Post by: Fireman on April 12, 2024, 02:37:57 PM
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Post by: Enginears on April 12, 2024, 04:26:57 PM
Post by: comis on April 12, 2024, 05:24:24 PM
Yes, it has the permanent match or whatever it is called. Son said it is a $20 Amazon lighter.I think I have probably seen the same thing on the Chinese equivalent ebay (not aliexpress), and it costs around 6+usd. Crazy how much margin they were asking when someone bring it over to amazon. :facepalm:
Post by: comis on April 12, 2024, 05:25:46 PM
I still have more fungus left so I'm going to try with the Nanostriker and a mag block/ferro rod to see if that helps. The fungus is pretty thick though so I'm going to tear it into thinner pieces and try with the Firefly again.Is this a 41 Zippo? Looks well loved, awesome!
Day 11
I'll be using my trusty Zippo this weekend. I think I've had it for nigh on 25yrs.
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Post by: comis on April 12, 2024, 05:27:48 PM
Cool! My 2350 is rugged, I don't know how many times I have dropped it on concrete, and it still works great. It was black anodized, now silver from pocket wear, with keys, multitools, change, etc.Not to mention those M6 has such a mass, they could absorb heat pretty well. I have just placed a 2350 in my Amazon basket, side effect of joining a challenge--always find something to buy. :D
I have hot Roddenberry two or three m6's, one even has a Malkoff drop in unit. Not done with them all, yet. Lots of fun.
Post by: comis on April 12, 2024, 05:34:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/VMRwulS.jpg)
Just got this lighter yesterday and wanted it to work, but these particular vintage lighter has an inherent design flaw, where the gas tank is made of plastic and it is easy to leak. So I am returning it today.
Took a picture of it just for the sake of it, if the gas is filled, the bottom right round window will turn red to indicate it is full. Pretty neat design, shame it did not function properly as it supposed to.
Post by: Enginears on April 12, 2024, 06:43:52 PM
By comparison the grey Mag seems quicker to get a smolder going. I tried ignition of fatwood shavings and they would not take it with the amount of cloth I had left. So I gave it a little help. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: styx on April 12, 2024, 11:44:07 PM
had to change it up last second
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 13, 2024, 02:13:35 AM
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Inspired by Enginears. I forget sometimes the mag lens may actually be able to light something.
Post by: SubMY on April 13, 2024, 04:34:06 AM
Well I forgot to upload yesterday. But here are yesterday and today's.
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I discovered the douk douk puts off a very poor spark. So I won't rely on that combination in the future.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 13, 2024, 06:08:44 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 13, 2024, 11:42:12 AM
NexTool 5024. Probably the best thing they make. Blade, saw, massive scissors, and even a small ferro rod. :cheers:
Post by: Explorer on April 13, 2024, 04:14:47 PM
🔥DAY 12🔥
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tried to start a fire with the magnifying glass but the sun was too low on the horizon by that late in the day. So resorted to the bic lighter to get things going. used some cotton and wax paper that I had stored away in the keychain titanium in Travel tube. it actually worked quite well!
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Post by: MTSAK on April 13, 2024, 04:21:26 PM
Post by: comis on April 13, 2024, 04:27:26 PM
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Today I am carry the armored Zippo, really enjoy the design of this one and the sound it makes when flipped open.
Post by: comis on April 13, 2024, 04:28:31 PM
I'm afraid I may have to throw in the towel on this one fellas. Kids have all been sick, baseball practice, Gymnastics, and work has resulted in falling days behind. I'll keep watching thoughSorry to see you go, please do feel free to come back as often as you like!
Post by: comis on April 13, 2024, 04:29:10 PM
Is the orange thinge the container for the mag glass?🔥DAY 12🔥
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tried to start a fire with the magnifying glass but the sun was too low on the horizon by that late in the day. So resorted to the bic lighter to get things going. used some cotton and wax paper that I had stored away in the keychain titanium in Travel tube. it actually worked quite well!
(https://i.imgur.com/pjNsMwZ.jpeg)
Post by: comis on April 13, 2024, 04:31:09 PM
Day 12I remembered the mag glass on mine wouldn't easier lit things up as well, I ended up painting the paper black to get the fire going. I wonder would it work if you paint those tinder black as well...
By comparison the grey Mag seems quicker to get a smolder going. I tried ignition of fatwood shavings and they would not take it with the amount of cloth I had left. So I gave it a little help. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: Enginears on April 13, 2024, 07:20:59 PM
:think: Might need to do an experiment to see, perhaps later in the month.
Day 13
I was very happy to receive the signal from Sherry today! We are fortunate to be blessed with generous folks on here. I immediately put it to task, saw for fine dust, knife for curls, and the ferro rod.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 13, 2024, 07:52:21 PM
Bad reception at the house last night, but here it is.
I carried a bic lighter with gorilla tape wrapped around it.
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Post by: Enginears on April 13, 2024, 07:54:43 PM
Day 12 of 30Is that a leather bowl TAKM? I am intrigued
Bad reception at the house last night, but here it is.
I carried a bicycle with gorilla tape wrapped around it.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 13, 2024, 09:08:08 PM
Is that a leather bowl TAKM? I am intrigued
Yes, it is, I believe it is called a dice tray. About 6 inches across, and one inch deep.
Post by: styx on April 13, 2024, 10:14:49 PM
tools that did the heavy lifting today
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 13, 2024, 11:55:27 PM
day 13:
tools that did the heavy lifting today
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Love the ST300, and the Core! I have two of each. :tu:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 14, 2024, 12:14:56 AM
I have just placed a 2350 in my Amazon basket, side effect of joining a challenge--always find something to buy. :D
Yeah, hard not to buy a new MT for a challenge, or new gear you see! :mail:
Post by: Explorer on April 14, 2024, 03:07:58 AM
🔥DAY 13🔥
cloudy and rainy today so no fire starting attempts with the mag glass. carried the Dunhill rollagas and tried to light some incense but it failed to light again. I think it's the butane regulator but it could be many things because it's a really finicky lighter.
:twak:
its quite a handsome lighter- circa 1960s- but it's not reliable in the slightest. so the bic (not pictured ) stepped in as a back up.
vintage rollagas can be quite capricious so definitely not something to rely on in a survival situation. I may need to pick up something more reliable- any suggestions for a reliable survival lighter would be appreciated. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/R06ANOV.jpeg)
Post by: Explorer on April 14, 2024, 03:11:15 AM
Is the orange thinge the container for the mag glass?
yes the orange thinge is a silicone sleeve to protect the sapphire lens of the titanium magnifying glass. It also came with a glow in the dark sleeve as well.
that's a rather nice-looking zippo you have there
:cheers:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 14, 2024, 05:30:56 AM
I carried the Bic lighter again today.
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Post by: nate j on April 14, 2024, 05:31:25 AM
vintage rollagas can be quite capricious so definitely not something to rely on in a survival situation. I may need to pick up something more reliable- any suggestions for a reliable survival lighter would be appreciated. :cheers:In my experience, Bics are as reliable as anything and probably more reliable than most other options.
I have some that have been riding around in a Ziploc bag in my hiking/camping backpack for years. I tested them last week, and they all lit right up.
Post by: Explorer on April 14, 2024, 06:01:21 AM
Post by: SubMY on April 14, 2024, 07:22:23 AM
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No. 6, No. 7, No. 8
I know a lot of people quite like the No. 8 but I personally prefer the No. 7 for edc. This one here is a new one I have between a used set of No. 6 and No. 8 that I had sitting near by.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 14, 2024, 07:34:19 AM
@MTSAK, hope the kids feel better soon. I hate it when the kids get sick.
Day 13
A buddy received the Community Builder Award from our masonic lodge this evening. Had to celebrate.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 14, 2024, 10:23:37 AM
Post by: comis on April 14, 2024, 07:05:12 PM
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Didn't get to play with any firestarting devices today, since I had to stay with Lil guy most of the day and spent the evening watching movie with Mrs. But did manage to continue to practice a few tricks on this green zippo. The fact that I kept on dropping it on the wooden floor is almost like a durability test on its own, so far no noticeable damage done.
Post by: comis on April 14, 2024, 07:12:08 PM
I tend to agree with Nate on this subject, Bic with ziptie is definitely way up the list. It is so lightweight with a small footprint, and operable with just one hand makes it a winner.🔥DAY 13🔥cloudy and rainy today so no fire starting attempts with the mag glass.
carried the Dunhill rollagas and tried to light some incense but it failed to light again. I think it's the butane regulator but it could be many things because it's a really finicky lighter.
:twak:
its quite a handsome lighter- circa 1960s- but it's not reliable in the slightest. so the bic (not pictured ) stepped in as a back up.
vintage rollagas can be quite capricious so definitely not something to rely on in a survival situation. I may need to pick up something more reliable- any suggestions for a reliable survival lighter would be appreciated. :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/R06ANOV.jpeg)
yes the orange thinge is a silicone sleeve to protect the sapphire lens of the titanium magnifying glass. It also came with a glow in the dark sleeve as well.Not all zippo has pattern on both sides, and I definitely got that one based on it was dual-sided design. :cheers:
that's a rather nice-looking zippo you have there
:cheers:
Post by: comis on April 14, 2024, 07:16:38 PM
Day 14That's an interesting topic all on its own, personally I too would prefer the No. 8 most of the time since I always love knife with full grip and lightweight.
(https://i.imgur.com/pFACqjV.jpeg)
No. 6, No. 7, No. 8
I know a lot of people quite like the No. 8 but I personally prefer the No. 7 for edc. This one here is a new one I have between a used set of No. 6 and No. 8 that I had sitting near by.
Post by: comis on April 14, 2024, 07:17:27 PM
@comis, it's a shame about that Prince lighter as it's pretty good looking. But that is a sharp looking armored Zippo.Nice!
@MTSAK, hope the kids feel better soon. I hate it when the kids get sick.
Day 13
A buddy received the Community Builder Award from our masonic lodge this evening. Had to celebrate.
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Post by: SubMY on April 14, 2024, 08:24:04 PM
That's an interesting topic all on its own, personally I too would prefer the No. 8 most of the time since I always love knife with full grip and lightweight.
I find the jump in pocket bulk from the No. 7 to the No. 8 to be large for not much increase in blade length.
Post by: Enginears on April 14, 2024, 09:49:53 PM
I find the jump in pocket bulk from the No. 7 to the No. 8 to be large for not much increase in blade length.
Same, the No. 7 has risen to the top of the pile for carrying Opinels. I do like the 8 & 9, but the 7 just disappears in the pocket, as if I am carrying nothing.
Post by: styx on April 14, 2024, 10:07:31 PM
both back in the pouch today. and the other pieces finally arrived so the project of a new kit can start
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Post by: styx on April 14, 2024, 10:09:48 PM
Love the ST300, and the Core! I have two of each. :tu:
I've just got a chance to try it out and i'm really impressed
Post by: Enginears on April 14, 2024, 11:22:49 PM
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Post by: SubMY on April 14, 2024, 11:35:14 PM
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Carrying an old Ronson lighter. It seems to actually last longer than my zippos before needing to be filled.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 14, 2024, 11:38:06 PM
We took our daughter to a fancy Italian place for her birthday, this sign was outside the attached bar.
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Post by: SubMY on April 15, 2024, 12:23:38 AM
Day 14 of 30
We took our daughter to a fancy Italian place for her birthday, this sign was outside the attached bar.
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What brand of lighter is that? Looks similar to the Ronson I just posted
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 15, 2024, 01:53:06 AM
Got some good sun this morning and cut down a number of trees. Thought we’d get a fire going before some drizzle. Drizzle turned into unexpected hours of fairly heavy rain so no fire.
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Post by: Explorer on April 15, 2024, 05:50:20 AM
🔥DAY 14🔥
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 15, 2024, 10:28:37 AM
Post by: comis on April 15, 2024, 05:46:37 PM
I find the jump in pocket bulk from the No. 7 to the No. 8 to be large for not much increase in blade length.
Same, the No. 7 has risen to the top of the pile for carrying Opinels. I do like the 8 & 9, but the 7 just disappears in the pocket, as if I am carrying nothing.Thanks for this observation, funny I never really did measure the blade length for them both, I wish I didn't miss out on the Opinel challenge and probably would have done some comparison myself, that looks fun!
Post by: comis on April 15, 2024, 05:47:55 PM
Day 14 of 30:rofl:
We took our daughter to a fancy Italian place for her birthday, this sign was outside the attached bar.
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Post by: comis on April 15, 2024, 05:51:24 PM
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Got a 100 anniversary Imco from oversea, and from what I've learned about them(joint, flint wheel, writings, magnetic), it should be the Austrian made original.
Post by: Enginears on April 15, 2024, 09:05:00 PM
Expecting rain, luckily I just planted a few pounds of flower, clover, etc etc seeds.
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Post by: pa_strunk on April 15, 2024, 09:25:54 PM
Day 15
Expecting rain, luckily I just planted a few pounds of flower, clover, etc etc seeds.
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Don't you dare catch those scales on fire. :o
Post by: TexasAKM on April 15, 2024, 09:42:13 PM
What brand of lighter is that? Looks similar to the Ronson I just posted
That lighter belongs to one of my sons, it is the amazon lighter from a couple pages ago. It says Chief on the bottom, but son says that is not the brand name. It has a metal match (or whatever you call it) on the top as well.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 15, 2024, 09:43:09 PM
:rofl:
:cheers:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 15, 2024, 09:44:23 PM
Day 15Very cool! :tu: 8)
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Got a 100 anniversary Imco from oversea, and from what I've learned about them(joint, flint wheel, writings, magnetic), it should be the Austrian made original.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 15, 2024, 09:45:11 PM
Don't you dare catch those scales on fire. :o
:rofl: :cheers:
Post by: Grand_Banana on April 15, 2024, 11:56:18 PM
Only fire tonight is for a family member’s birthday candles.
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I found this bic stashed away in an old camping bag. It must be a decade old at least. I don’t know when I last used it, but it I know it’s been to the Rocky Mountains and the Appalachian Trail.
Post by: SubMY on April 16, 2024, 01:01:42 AM
Half way through the month...crazy
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Post by: Fireman on April 16, 2024, 01:08:50 AM
DAY 13 Pink Bic.
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Post by: Fireman on April 16, 2024, 01:10:39 AM
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Post by: Fireman on April 16, 2024, 01:12:04 AM
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Post by: Fireman on April 16, 2024, 01:14:02 AM
Day 15
Expecting rain, luckily I just planted a few pounds of flower, clover, etc etc seeds.
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Ingenious pic!
Post by: Enginears on April 16, 2024, 02:59:52 AM
Don't you dare catch those scales on fire. :o
With these matches it’s possible! Things go off like a firecracker.
Ingenious pic!
Thanks! :cheers: Those pliers make a nice little stand for small objects and keep the fingers from getting singed.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 16, 2024, 06:38:20 AM
Used my zippo to seal up the ends of this poly cord to make a lanyard.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 16, 2024, 06:39:31 AM
These 2 are almost out of fluid. Going to make strikers out of them like ReamerPunch.
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Post by: Explorer on April 16, 2024, 07:16:46 AM
🔥DAY 15🔥
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this was my carry today. titanium embassy pen, FX, manker striker and brass zippo.
some great posts here folks :cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 16, 2024, 12:03:37 PM
Post by: TexasAKM on April 16, 2024, 12:45:06 PM
I carried a Ronson Jet Lite today.
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Post by: styx on April 16, 2024, 05:44:45 PM
a bit late, was getting some errors yesterday
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Post by: Enginears on April 16, 2024, 08:12:40 PM
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Post by: styx on April 16, 2024, 10:18:40 PM
really underestimated this little guy at the beginning
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Post by: Explorer on April 17, 2024, 01:43:03 AM
🔥DAY 16🔥
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my carry today along with some rather enjoyable light reading. :cheers:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 17, 2024, 05:19:01 AM
So... I was a little too vigorous in my attempt to create fire with my Minichamp.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 17, 2024, 05:58:54 AM
My Deluxe Tinker and my largest ferro rod
Post by: TexasAKM on April 17, 2024, 12:47:04 PM
Ronson Jet Lite again today, and all my Starrett mics.
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Post by: comis on April 17, 2024, 05:54:55 PM
Since I got an Austrian made IMCO in hand, I would like to share a few findings I have learned from online resources and what I had observed by comparing this Austrian made IMCO vs other IMCO. Someone wrote a very detailed comparison guide on reddit, I would encourage anyone interested to really check that out.
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Austrian made Imco usually would have 'IMCO PAT' writing inside the body, and the flint spring has higher coil count.
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L: Potentially Chinese made IMCO(more on this later); R:Austrian made IMCO
Austrian IMCO tends to have a looser snuffer(some say for a better seal), the flint wheel is not straight-lined and has a bulbous rivet joint. The Austrian body supposedly is made of plated carbon steel, so it is very rusty once the plating worn out and it is magnetic. Chinese made IMCO tends to be made in stainless steel.
(https://i.imgur.com/uKyKPyS.jpg)
Sometimes the Chinese made one would have 'come of Austria' at the end of fuel tank, which is a total giveaway. The overall snuffer and flint compartment has tighter tolerance, but the unchamfered corners are also sharper than the ones found on the other Imco.
Now what strikes me as interesting is the alleged Chinese Imco I have is actually just as magnetic as the Austrian Imco, and the snuffer is also loose as the Austrian one. However, the straight-lined flint wheel is quite typical of a Chinese made Imco...I am starting to wonder whether this is an earlier version, which the Chinese factory maybe using left over parts from Austria? :dunno:
Anyhow, common preconception is that Chinese Imco are imitation and inferior to the originally made Austrian ones, personally I think it is just a well designed product evolved over time and different material.
Essentially when the Japanese Windmill company brought out Imco and relocate the production to China, the only major change was to make it with stainless steel, instead of carbon steel. Maybe there is tolerance issue here and there, but overall I would consider it a decent improvement, especially when you consider the lower price tag and the longevity with the newer material.
Post by: comis on April 17, 2024, 05:57:28 PM
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A lesser known Japanese brand, Penguin, made this retro gas lighter.
Post by: styx on April 17, 2024, 08:43:50 PM
finally got a chance to work on my little project. one of the parts will be a charring tin
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Post by: Fireman on April 17, 2024, 09:39:26 PM
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Post by: Fireman on April 17, 2024, 09:41:24 PM
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 17, 2024, 09:41:39 PM
Post by: TexasAKM on April 17, 2024, 09:43:40 PM
day 17:
finally got a chance to work on my little project. one of the parts will be a charring tin
That is great! I have a shoe polish tin or two I need to do that with! :tu:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 17, 2024, 11:53:49 PM
My Lufkin mics hard at work, with a few friends visiting.
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Post by: SubMY on April 18, 2024, 03:20:37 AM
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For got to post yesterday evening. We had a storage unit broken in a week or so ago and we got a call from the police saying they recovered some of our stuff so that was a pleasant surprise. Even if it meant driving an hour away to pick it up.
Post by: Enginears on April 18, 2024, 03:50:42 AM
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Post by: Explorer on April 18, 2024, 04:23:57 AM
Day 17
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A lesser known Japanese brand, Penguin, made this retro gas lighter.
:like:
very nice Penguin
:tu: :tu:
Post by: Explorer on April 18, 2024, 04:27:26 AM
🔥DAY 17🔥
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just a light carry today because i did some inspections on a friends property.
cloudy and rainy here so no mag fire attempts.
Post by: AzteCypher on April 18, 2024, 06:35:55 AM
Is was too cloudy to try using this today.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 18, 2024, 05:17:16 PM
Post by: comis on April 18, 2024, 05:22:58 PM
Comis, thank you for the information on IMCO lighters, it is very helpful. I have posted pics of two Imco lighters, I have a third one that has the "come of" on it, yeah that is a big giveaway. I bought it anyway, it was a good price. :tu: :hatsoff: :cheers::cheers:
Post by: Enginears on April 18, 2024, 05:51:54 PM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 18, 2024, 06:33:31 PM
Day 15
These 2 are almost out of fluid. Going to make strikers out of them like ReamerPunch.
(https://i.imgur.com/PZ5yEZa.jpg)
I'm looking forward to what you make! :cheers:
Check my thread on making sparkers, I cover a few different brands.
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,81110.0.html
Post by: comis on April 18, 2024, 06:49:23 PM
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Remember the survival bracelet used to be a thing?
Post by: styx on April 18, 2024, 10:34:22 PM
today's EDC. gotta say that the bic is a lot easier to fit in and carry
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53663378275_6d66208190_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2pL3QKV)
Post by: Fireman on April 19, 2024, 01:17:12 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 19, 2024, 01:58:13 AM
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The Delica is one of the few knives I would rebuy if I lost it
Post by: Explorer on April 19, 2024, 04:43:54 AM
🔥DAY 18🔥
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 19, 2024, 06:02:33 AM
Post by: AzteCypher on April 19, 2024, 06:05:36 AM
I'm looking forward to what you make! :cheers:
Check my thread on making sparkers, I cover a few different brands.
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,81110.0.html
Thanks for that link and the Youtube video. I already have some ideas I want to try out. :cheers:
Day 18
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 19, 2024, 12:45:29 PM
My Mitutoyo mics.
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Post by: comis on April 19, 2024, 07:44:04 PM
Day 19Nice set of orange gear! :like:
IIRC, that's the Venetian pattern Zippo, I misplaced mine a while ago and had been looking for it for a while now... :facepalm:🔥DAY 18🔥
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Post by: comis on April 19, 2024, 07:47:14 PM
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It's been raining for the last couple of days, wish I get to go out at some point and play with my toys. I grew to appreciate the classic Doan magnesium bar when everything is wet and the ferro rod alone won't lit anything.
Post by: Enginears on April 19, 2024, 08:41:36 PM
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Post by: styx on April 19, 2024, 10:07:46 PM
plumbing and bike repair today
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Post by: SubMY on April 20, 2024, 12:56:49 AM
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Post by: Fireman on April 20, 2024, 01:45:08 AM
https://americanliterature.com/author/jack-london/short-story/to-build-a-fire
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Post by: Explorer on April 20, 2024, 05:17:34 AM
🔥DAY 19🔥
well the dunhill rollagas started leaking butane and went empty fast so it's officially out of commission until i can have it serviced. and then the flint in the zippo ran out and it turns out the dunhill flints are too wide to fit the zippo :twak: i tried to throw a spark from the dunhill to the zippo but was not successful. i'm think the fuel was too low.
luckily had a pack of matches in my pack to light the rocket stove to make tea and food. (no picture bic don't awlways bring my phone with me when i'm out exploring) that's why i awlways carry a backup for the backup :drink:
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 20, 2024, 06:40:21 AM
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 20, 2024, 07:01:15 AM
Busy day today.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 20, 2024, 10:42:42 AM
Post by: comis on April 20, 2024, 04:41:25 PM
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Finally, I was able to locate this clipper lighter with removable flint wheel and refillable butane chassis. Even clipper is not the most expensive lighter, they too have upgraded to windproof version(without the traditional flint wheel).
Post by: Enginears on April 20, 2024, 09:52:27 PM
I have been working on the house and some knife stuff carrying these. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
But then after cutting some wood I found another ember waiting in the saw.
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Post by: Sos24 on April 20, 2024, 10:29:23 PM
I really wanted to participate but life had other ideas.
I did finally get to do an outdoor coffee. The fire starter was just a boring match, which there is no evidence of now.
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Post by: styx on April 20, 2024, 10:58:19 PM
today's project
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Post by: Grand_Banana on April 21, 2024, 01:49:53 AM
Have fun awl I’ll still be following along :salute:
Post by: SubMY on April 21, 2024, 02:08:41 AM
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Carrying a black crackle zippo today, pictured here with the old turtle my family has had decades
Post by: Explorer on April 21, 2024, 05:00:28 AM
🔥DAY 20🔥
carried titanium mag, FX and the Manker Striker mini (i'm really loving this light). too cloudy to attempt a mag fire hopefully tomorrow or monday. it's been so cloudy and raining during this challenge :ahhh
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Post by: Explorer on April 21, 2024, 05:01:37 AM
Day 20
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Carrying a black crackle zippo today, pictured here with the old turtle my family has had decades
:like:
cool tortoise!
:tu: :tu:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 21, 2024, 06:32:32 AM
Used my Nanostriker on some dryer lint successfully.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 21, 2024, 10:25:32 AM
Post by: comis on April 21, 2024, 04:03:43 PM
Awesome challenge all. I love all the different items being used.Great hearing from you, hope everything is alright!
I really wanted to participate but life had other ideas.
I did finally get to do an outdoor coffee. The fire starter was just a boring match, which there is no evidence of now.
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Post by: comis on April 21, 2024, 04:04:25 PM
Day 20Looks like a fun knife project ongoing! :popcorn:
I have been working on the house and some knife stuff carrying these. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
But then after cutting some wood I found another ember waiting in the saw.
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Post by: comis on April 21, 2024, 04:06:15 PM
Day 20Wow, I have a friend whom also has a turtle as a pet, and it is interesting how you literally could pass down the turtle to the next gen to continue the love. :tu:
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Carrying a black crackle zippo today, pictured here with the old turtle my family has had decades
Post by: comis on April 21, 2024, 04:14:49 PM
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Got this giant stick of ferro rod a long while ago, but just noticed it has cracked at the lanyard hole, must have happened in the past year when I wasn't paying attention.
Post by: TexasAKM on April 21, 2024, 06:01:45 PM
Another busy day, alot of driving, but this is what I carried.
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Post by: styx on April 21, 2024, 06:11:17 PM
been in the kitchen for the majority of the day
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Post by: Enginears on April 21, 2024, 11:22:17 PM
Testing the ferro rod on random bamboo husks that are strewn around this time of year. Success came easily. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: AzteCypher on April 22, 2024, 04:23:49 AM
Got to use my Zippo to start a fire using dried leaves as tinder.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 22, 2024, 04:27:37 AM
I used my lighter to melt the end of some straps I had trimmed excess length from.
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Post by: SubMY on April 22, 2024, 05:14:30 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 22, 2024, 05:53:35 AM
A bit long, but good reach, holds lots of fluid, and is refillable too. :tu:
Post by: styx on April 22, 2024, 10:06:12 PM
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Post by: Enginears on April 22, 2024, 11:01:36 PM
The wind is sweeping down the plains, so I probably wont have any fires this eve.
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Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2024, 05:54:31 AM
Day 21Looks like a well used ferro and Opi
Testing the ferro rod on random bamboo husks that are strewn around this time of year. Success came easily. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Day 21Nice one
Got to use my Zippo to start a fire using dried leaves as tinder.
(https://i.imgur.com/nfMDm68.jpg)
Day 22Nice, I like the longer reach lighters for outside and lighting jar candles
A bit long, but good reach, holds lots of fluid, and is refillable too. :tu:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 23, 2024, 06:07:08 AM
Haven't gotten to use this one much.
(https://i.imgur.com/mzWlCCG.jpg)
Post by: AzteCypher on April 23, 2024, 06:31:22 AM
Post by: Enginears on April 23, 2024, 06:42:44 AM
Looks like a well used ferro and Opi
Oh yeah they make a great team, nothing throws more sparks than an Opi. I am a big fan of the 1/2” rod, despite being a bit heavier than the littler ones.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 23, 2024, 08:01:13 AM
Clipper lighters are awesome. Removable sparker, and they're refillable too. :like:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 23, 2024, 12:50:12 PM
Just a glamour shot.
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Post by: comis on April 23, 2024, 05:29:26 PM
Day 22
The wind is sweeping down the plains, so I probably wont have any fires this eve.
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That's a neat idea to wrap duct tape about the ferro rod, not only it's a decent tinder by itself and it's useful to mending stuff on the field when needed.
Post by: comis on April 23, 2024, 05:30:40 PM
Day 23Absolutely, pretty neat features with the removable sparker and refillable! :iagree:
Clipper lighters are awesome. Removable sparker, and they're refillable too. :like:
Post by: comis on April 23, 2024, 05:32:41 PM
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(https://i.imgur.com/krTFzO7.jpeg)
Got a new gadget today, and usb-c cigeratte lighter. All I need to do is to connect it to a power bank and press a button, the metal piece inside will glow red hot and ready to lit anything I place inside the ligther.
Post by: comis on April 23, 2024, 05:36:37 PM
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New lighter day. Just got this Douglas Field S fluid lighter from Japan, and really like all the finer details they have for this trench lighter. It has o-ring for all the sealable places, including the spark wheel, wick, and fuel tank. I won't call this waterproof but it seems quite rainproof as is.
Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2024, 09:05:09 PM
Absolutely, pretty neat features with the removable sparker and refillable! :iagree:I have loved Clipper lighters for both those reasons.
Although, they changed the spark wheel a few years ago so the edges aren’t round but more star like. I can see it making it easier to spin in wet or cold conditions, but have also. Found they tend to wear and lock-up easier now.
I have also recently had an issue with the refill pin on a couple of my full-size Clippers being too big for the tip on my butane bottle. I don’t have enough to know if this is a common problem, but it is a little frustrating.
Post by: Sos24 on April 23, 2024, 09:07:20 PM
Day 23I have been eyeing one of those for a while. I’ll be interested in knowing if the o-rings help prevent evaporation.
(https://i.imgur.com/4jGryqe.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/WwKMy3Y.jpeg)
New lighter day. Just got this Douglas Field S fluid lighter from Japan, and really like all the finer details they have for this trench lighter. It has o-ring for all the sealable places, including the spark wheel, wick, and fuel tank. I won't call this waterproof but it seems quite rainproof as is.
Day 22 (make up)Reminds me of old car cigarette lighters
(https://i.imgur.com/brlP9K1.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/krTFzO7.jpeg)
Got a new gadget today, and usb-c cigeratte lighter. All I need to do is to connect it to a power bank and press a button, the metal piece inside will glow red hot and ready to lit anything I place inside the ligther.
Day 21 of 30Those are a couple of cool lighters
Just a glamour shot.
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Post by: styx on April 23, 2024, 09:49:39 PM
haven't gotten much use so i'm rethinking this carry
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Post by: Enginears on April 24, 2024, 01:03:24 AM
That's a neat idea to wrap duct tape about the ferro rod, not only it's a decent tinder by itself and it's useful to mending stuff on the field when needed.
Exactly, quite functional. One of the many ideas I picked up when it was circulated through the youtube creators.
Post by: Enginears on April 24, 2024, 01:07:48 AM
Lowkey day except I may or may not have bought a house :ahhh we will see how the offer goes. Now its making bone broth and experimenting with shock cord scraps for lanyards. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: Explorer on April 24, 2024, 01:17:41 AM
🔥DAY 21🔥
i've been out exploring and out of cell range so here's my catch-up posts :ahhh
finally got enough sun to attempt a Mag fire
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🔥DAY 22🔥
couldn't find any dry tinder the second day so my Mag fire attempts were unsuccessful so I got out the matches. here's my tinder and newspaper ablaze before getting scooped up with more newspaper and thrown into the fire pit.
(https://i.imgur.com/Ra5Lxed.jpeg)
i've been enjoying catching up and reading all of the great posts and uses here
:hatsoff:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 24, 2024, 04:17:37 AM
Post by: Explorer on April 24, 2024, 05:36:44 AM
:tu: :tu:
Post by: TexasAKM on April 24, 2024, 05:39:27 AM
Now back to our regularly scheduled posting.
Day 23 of 30
Stuff I carried today, except for the Kick, which lives in my toolbox. And I also had my Ronson Jet Lite after work. And I didn't carry the file either.
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Post by: Explorer on April 24, 2024, 05:40:00 AM
🔥DAY 23🔥
good to be home :D
no fires but this was my carry for the day
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Post by: SubMY on April 24, 2024, 06:58:18 AM
Took a picture but forgot to post it yesterday.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 24, 2024, 08:07:27 AM
Post by: Enginears on April 24, 2024, 03:27:04 PM
Point of clarification- my second Day 21 is actually Day 22.
Now back to our regularly scheduled posting.
Day 23 of 30
Stuff I carried today, except for the Kick, which lives in my toolbox. And I also had my Ronson Jet Lite after work. And I didn't carry the file either.
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I am on a roll for not making a mistake and double posting a day, but I have done it on nearly every challenge. It looks like you are geared up for some serious work. Nice file handle, I need to make one of those.
Post by: comis on April 24, 2024, 08:19:19 PM
I have loved Clipper lighters for both those reasons.
Although, they changed the spark wheel a few years ago so the edges aren’t round but more star like. I can see it making it easier to spin in wet or cold conditions, but have also. Found they tend to wear and lock-up easier now.
I have also recently had an issue with the refill pin on a couple of my full-size Clippers being too big for the tip on my butane bottle. I don’t have enough to know if this is a common problem, but it is a little frustrating.
I have been eyeing one of those for a while. I’ll be interested in knowing if the o-rings help prevent evaporation.I probably need to do some experiment to compare a regular zippo side-by-side to this Field S, just to see which of this will evaporate less over time.
Reminds me of old car cigarette lighters
Those are a couple of cool lighters
Post by: comis on April 24, 2024, 08:19:54 PM
Exactly, quite functional. One of the many ideas I picked up when it was circulated through the youtube creators.:cheers:
Post by: comis on April 24, 2024, 08:21:56 PM
Day 24Why all the good food is always greasy? :drool:
Post by: comis on April 24, 2024, 08:25:38 PM
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This UST firestarter was kinda popular many years ago, supposedly it is easy to operate with one hand and scrapper is pre-installed inside the chassis, so everything is all inclusive. But over the years, I find it harder and harder to bring the ferro rod out(by pressing the sides of the starter) and often time it requires a firm squeeze from two hand in order for it to work.
Post by: styx on April 24, 2024, 10:51:41 PM
had to bring this one today as well. just don't ask why IT needs such a thing
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 25, 2024, 04:07:41 AM
My small collection of butane lighters.
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Post by: Enginears on April 25, 2024, 05:34:50 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 25, 2024, 06:42:59 AM
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Post by: Explorer on April 25, 2024, 06:43:38 AM
🔥DAY 24🔥
had a nice relaxing day today exploring outside with the pup
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 25, 2024, 11:44:39 AM
And my small Clipper. Just as good as the big one. :like:
I got this small Fiskars utility knife. Not good. :(
Post by: comis on April 25, 2024, 02:26:57 PM
day 24I do have a similar container in dark olive green somewhere, but I do wonder what if the striking pad gets wet, will it lit?
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Post by: comis on April 25, 2024, 02:29:46 PM
Day 25Is it because it is not multi purpose like some other utility knife?
And my small Clipper. Just as good as the big one. :like:
I got this small Fiskars utility knife. Not good. :(
I think the popluarity of a certain youtube video does bring a lot of attention to the Millwaukee utility knife in the past years, and I still have yet to get one.
Post by: comis on April 25, 2024, 02:34:39 PM
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Imco keeps a new Hanklight D4K triple channel company.(that's a mouth full).
Really liking many of the Hanklight offerings--you could practically choose any popular led installed in the light with different functions/configuration. This particular one has dual white/Red/UV led all installed on the same chassis.
Thanks to the Anduril flashlight software, it does make it rather easy to operate, despite a complex configuration.
Post by: nate j on April 25, 2024, 02:58:12 PM
I do have a similar container in dark olive green somewhere, but I do wonder what if the striking pad gets wet, will it lit?I think the answer is “no”, which is one of the weaknesses of stormproof matches.
Post by: Enginears on April 25, 2024, 03:23:21 PM
I think the answer is “no”, which is one of the weaknesses of stormproof matches.
I will soak the strip today and try to light. In the case of my kit, the matches are new so there is an extra striker strip inside with the matches that could be brought out if the outer one is not working. Obvious weakness is when the outer strip wears out.
Gets me thinking though, why not just carry the strip with the matches all the time to prevent it getting wet?
Post by: nate j on April 25, 2024, 05:44:29 PM
Post by: Enginears on April 25, 2024, 08:00:36 PM
Smart move Nate, the test confirms that the striker is completely destroyed when wet. I would have thought it would be more durable like wet/dry sandpaper. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: styx on April 25, 2024, 08:57:33 PM
went with comfort today
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 25, 2024, 11:52:09 PM
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Post by: Explorer on April 26, 2024, 04:44:58 AM
🔥DAY 25🔥
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 26, 2024, 06:33:24 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 26, 2024, 08:17:10 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 26, 2024, 08:21:36 AM
Day 24 of 30
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I never really considered the larger tenacious and Rescilence knives, but after trying a smaller persistence when I need free shipping I'm now thinking I've been missing out haha
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 26, 2024, 10:43:08 AM
I really appreciate these transparent lighters.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 26, 2024, 10:46:53 AM
Is it because it is not multi purpose like some other utility knife?
I think the popluarity of a certain youtube video does bring a lot of attention to the Millwaukee utility knife in the past years, and I still have yet to get one.
It's supposed to be small, but it's really thick, and extremely heavy. And it's not as well-made as the regular Fiskars utility knife. This one has a lot of play when closed and when opened. But the pivot is not a screw I can tighten to reduce the play.
The Gerber EAB is miles better than this, if you're looking for a small folding utility knife.
Post by: comis on April 26, 2024, 07:50:34 PM
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I tried starting fire with this 8 W2 leds Hanklight (approximately 7000-8000 lumens?), but wasn't successful. I have seen it done on YT in the past, and my wild guess is the relative humidity is usually really high where I live and it's been raining for the past few days, so it's even harder to make it lit.
Post by: comis on April 26, 2024, 07:52:30 PM
It's supposed to be small, but it's really thick, and extremely heavy. And it's not as well-made as the regular Fiskars utility knife. This one has a lot of play when closed and when opened. But the pivot is not a screw I can tighten to reduce the play.Thanks for the feedback, if I were to get one, I am thinking maybe the Milwaukee one? It looks kinda promising, not super heavy and has a small 1/4 bit adapter which is quite handy.
The Gerber EAB is miles better than this, if you're looking for a small folding utility knife.
Post by: comis on April 26, 2024, 07:55:29 PM
I carry mine in a Ziploc bag with the rest of my fire kit, so that keeps everything dry.Thanks for chiming in, Ziploc bag is definitely a great rainproof/waterproof solution for anything outdoor.
Day 25Carrying a dry strip inside the container is a good move, and sometimes I do miss those 'strike anywhere' matches, which I bet it will work even with a MT or SAK file...
Smart move Nate, the test confirms that the striker is completely destroyed when wet. I would have thought it would be more durable like wet/dry sandpaper. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: Enginears on April 26, 2024, 09:00:09 PM
Strike anywhere would be nice.. sometimes strike nowhere works too.
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Post by: nate j on April 26, 2024, 09:19:49 PM
Day 26That light looks very floody. My first thought would be that you may have enough output power, but need a way to focus the beam.
(https://i.imgur.com/pY21C0O.jpeg)
I tried starting fire with this 8 W2 leds Hanklight (approximately 7000-8000 lumens?), but wasn't successful. I have seen it done on YT in the past, and my wild guess is the relative humidity is usually really high where I live and it's been raining for the past few days, so it's even harder to make it lit.
Post by: styx on April 26, 2024, 10:33:22 PM
day 26:
hoping to get a chance to try these 2 out over the weekend
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Post by: SubMY on April 27, 2024, 06:04:44 AM
Day 26
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I tried starting fire with this 8 W2 leds Hanklight (approximately 7000-8000 lumens?), but wasn't successful. I have seen it done on YT in the past, and my wild guess is the relative humidity is usually really high where I live and it's been raining for the past few days, so it's even harder to make it lit.
I've never tried with a flashlight, but I suspect it has a lot to do with the focal point of the lense. I doubt any of my lights are strong enough to do it. None of my lights break 2000 lumens, most are even below 1000 lumens, But now I'm now wondering if multiple of them combined might work....hmm
Day 26
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Post by: Sos24 on April 27, 2024, 06:12:52 AM
Day 25Nice Zippo
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Day 25That is why I don’t like matches that require a strike pad, you have to keep it dry.
Smart move Nate, the test confirms that the striker is completely destroyed when wet. I would have thought it would be more durable like wet/dry sandpaper. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ] [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Day 25Of course you are going to talk flashlights, one of my weaknesses.
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Imco keeps a new Hanklight D4K triple channel company.(that's a mouth full).
Really liking many of the Hanklight offerings--you could practically choose any popular led installed in the light with different functions/configuration. This particular one has dual white/Red/UV led all installed on the same chassis.
Thanks to the Anduril flashlight software, it does make it rather easy to operate, despite a complex configuration.
Day 25I have something similar called Spark-Lite, it is handy.
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Post by: Sos24 on April 27, 2024, 06:16:27 AM
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 27, 2024, 06:34:48 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 27, 2024, 11:24:25 AM
Roxon Flash :like:
Post by: Enginears on April 27, 2024, 02:14:31 PM
Here are a couple of my favorite fire starters all together.
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:like: Nice variety. I have been wanting a little twig stove thing like that. Do you find it useful?
Post by: Explorer on April 27, 2024, 02:50:09 PM
🔥DAY 26🔥
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Post by: Explorer on April 27, 2024, 02:52:18 PM
Day 26
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I tried starting fire with this 8 W2 leds Hanklight (approximately 7000-8000 lumens?), but wasn't successful. I have seen it done on YT in the past, and my wild guess is the relative humidity is usually really high where I live and it's been raining for the past few days, so it's even harder to make it lit.
is that a DT8 or DT8K? i've been looking at picking up one of those :ahhh
how do you like it?
Post by: comis on April 27, 2024, 04:04:55 PM
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Ever since I carry a sling bag for babysitting my little guy, this lightweight urban pouch has been with me for the past year or so. Not all items come in to use all the time, but even once a few months, all these has proven to be valuable when needed.
Post by: comis on April 27, 2024, 04:06:06 PM
Day 26:tu: :cheers:
Strike anywhere would be nice.. sometimes strike nowhere works too.
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Post by: comis on April 27, 2024, 04:08:55 PM
That light looks very floody. My first thought would be that you may have enough output power, but need a way to focus the beam.It surely is not as focused as those with big reflector, but the optics together with the W2 led do produce a bright, big round hotspot with ample spill light down range. Maybe somewhere in between a pure flood and a no-spill all spot beam?
Post by: comis on April 27, 2024, 04:14:09 PM
I've never tried with a flashlight, but I suspect it has a lot to do with the focal point of the lense. I doubt any of my lights are strong enough to do it. None of my lights break 2000 lumens, most are even below 1000 lumens, But now I'm now wondering if multiple of them combined might work....hmm:popcorn: :D
Day 26
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:rofl:
Of course you are going to talk flashlights, one of my weaknesses.
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Post by: comis on April 27, 2024, 04:25:49 PM
is that a DT8 or DT8K? i've been looking at picking up one of those :ahhh
how do you like it?
That's a DT8K with the 21700 battery and 8x W2s. Basically, it is just a hot-rod flashlight, mainly for the wow factor and put a smile on any flashaholics. :D I think DT8K is probably a better platform for this purpose, a little more battery power and mass to delay the step down just a bit longer. I never really did measure the actual step down time, but it is really short since the thermal protection probably kicks in rather soon.
For more practical purpose, I think any dual-channel D4V2, DT8, D4K or the latest D3AA will be great EDC choices.
(sorry for the de-rail, but once talk about flashlight, I just can't keep it under my hat...)
Post by: TexasAKM on April 27, 2024, 09:53:10 PM
Anyway, here we are!
Day 25 of 30
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 27, 2024, 10:01:59 PM
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 28, 2024, 12:48:16 AM
At one of our local Mexican restaurants!
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 28, 2024, 12:55:51 AM
I never really considered the larger tenacious and Rescilence knives, but after trying a smaller persistence when I need free shipping I'm now thinking I've been missing out haha
I tend to like larger pocket knives, the Resilience was my first Spyderco. I liked the look, length, and especially the flat grind on it. I carry and use it quite often!
:cheers:
Post by: Enginears on April 28, 2024, 05:08:34 AM
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Post by: SubMY on April 28, 2024, 05:42:56 AM
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Considering everyone is talking about flashlights here's one I just got recently. Just a S2+, I wanted to try out 519A down in 3500k, I quite like it actually. I should go get a beam shot comparing it to the other 519A I have.
Post by: Explorer on April 28, 2024, 06:17:17 AM
🔥DAY 27🔥
tried practicing more mag fire starting today. awlso carried the Rook and FX. (https://i.imgur.com/FFFAcuN.jpeg)
some great posts everybody :hatsoff:
can't believe we're almost rounding the corner on this challenge :ahhh
Post by: Explorer on April 28, 2024, 06:34:41 AM
That's a DT8K with the 21700 battery and 8x W2s. Basically, it is just a hot-rod flashlight, mainly for the wow factor and put a smile on any flashaholics. :D I think DT8K is probably a better platform for this purpose, a little more battery power and mass to delay the step down just a bit longer. I never really did measure the actual step down time, but it is really short since the thermal protection probably kicks in rather soon.
For more practical purpose, I think any dual-channel D4V2, DT8, D4K or the latest D3AA will be great EDC choices.
(sorry for the de-rail, but once talk about flashlight, I just can't keep it under my hat...)
well technically it's not a total derail bic i've heard the DT8K gets HOT 🔥 :rofl:
i've been looking at the DT8 and the DT8K with the W2 emitters they look like they've got some good throw and flood but i've heard they do get HOT!
:cheers:
Post by: AzteCypher on April 28, 2024, 06:58:36 AM
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Post by: styx on April 28, 2024, 09:14:46 AM
spent the day inspecting a house. so much for testing any equipment
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 28, 2024, 11:13:17 AM
Post by: Enginears on April 28, 2024, 09:57:13 PM
Been using this today as I am building a few knives. I lost the ferro rod that came with it and got a yellow replacement. I went for yellow for max visibility. [ This attachment cannot be displayed inline in 'Print Page' view ]
Post by: AzteCypher on April 29, 2024, 05:16:26 AM
Work kept me busy all weekend so I didn't get to use this.
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 29, 2024, 05:59:27 AM
Clipper lighter today.
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Post by: SubMY on April 29, 2024, 06:20:11 AM
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Post by: styx on April 29, 2024, 07:50:02 AM
Bic had a disappearing act, so this came along. ofc no testing was done
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Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2024, 08:30:07 AM
:like: Nice variety. I have been wanting a little twig stove thing like that. Do you find it useful?I absolutely love this stove and use it often. As the weather here gets warmer, you will probably see even more post with it.
I wouldn’t be surprised if my past posts about it have contributed to other members purchasing one. I believe both comis and Explorer, who are both participating in this challenge also have one.
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2024, 08:42:49 AM
Day 27The S2+is a nice light. I usually like 4000-5000k tint, but a good 3500k is also nice, definitely different if use to cool white lights.
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Considering everyone is talking about flashlights here's one I just got recently. Just a S2+, I wanted to try out 519A down in 3500k, I quite like it actually. I should go get a beam shot comparing it to the other 519A I have.
Day 27I hope all past and you stayed safe
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Day 27 of 30
At one of our local Mexican restaurants!
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Day 27 of 30I love Mexican food. My wife makes it a lot, but we also enjoying going out for it.
At one of our local Mexican restaurants!
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Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2024, 08:49:15 AM
Nice trio. I’ve eyed the Rook a few times, because I do really like the Pineapple Mini.tried practicing more mag fire starting today. awlso carried the Rook and FX.DAY 27
day 27:I have considered getting the Exotac many times, but never pulled the trigger. How is the ferro rod?
spent the day inspecting a house. so much for testing any equipment
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Used my traveling matches this evening while relaxing on the back patio with the wife. Going to have to make me another one as those strike strips have seen better days.Nice pic.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 29, 2024, 12:01:32 PM
Post by: Explorer on April 29, 2024, 02:32:21 PM
🔥DAY 28🔥
fell asleep before i could post this. it was sunny again so practiced some more mag fire starting yesterday :ahhh(https://i.imgur.com/qVOSLvf.gif)
Post by: Explorer on April 29, 2024, 02:37:57 PM
Nice trio. I’ve eyed the Rook a few times, because I do really like the Pineapple Mini.
thanks sos :cheers:
its a good smallish 18350 light- fits in the palm. nice and bright at 1800 lm and some gorgeous tint with the 519a 4000K emitters.
Post by: comis on April 29, 2024, 07:12:30 PM
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Looking back, I think Light my fire is probably one of my favorite brand for all things fire-starting. Genuinely, most of their products are quite long lasting and well made.
Day 29
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New cotton just came in, and gonna find time to re-do the inside of the Armored Zippo, just to see whether there is any difference.
Post by: comis on April 29, 2024, 07:13:24 PM
Day 27Hope all is well by the time you read this. :cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 29, 2024, 07:15:49 PM
I absolutely love this stove and use it often. As the weather here gets warmer, you will probably see even more post with it.Yes, I do, though I live in an urban concrete jungle, really don't have much chance to use that. But everytime I see that stove in action from Sherry's post, it always put a smile on my face. :tu:
I wouldn’t be surprised if my past posts about it have contributed to other members purchasing one. I believe both comis and Explorer, who are both participating in this challenge also have one.
Post by: comis on April 29, 2024, 07:17:21 PM
Day 29Wow, that's a nice collection of coins right there. I tried to save a few everytime I travelled to a new country, and enjoy learning some part of their histories thru collecting them.
Post by: Sos24 on April 29, 2024, 07:59:25 PM
Day 28 (make up)The Light My Fire Scout is my favorite ferro rod. It may not create the huge sparks like some rods, but they seem to go where I want and do the job.
(https://i.imgur.com/mKm5B9Z.jpeg)
Looking back, I think Light my fire is probably one of my favorite brand for all things fire-starting. Genuinely, most of their products are quite long lasting and well made.
Day 29
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New cotton just came in, and gonna find time to re-do the inside of the Armored Zippo, just to see whether there is any difference.
Post by: styx on April 29, 2024, 10:15:02 PM
found that delightful little surprise
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Post by: TexasAKM on April 30, 2024, 04:09:36 AM
Hard to believe that the challenge is almost over. I have enjoyed meeting new people, and am inspired by their selection of edc.
Here is today's pic, the brass case on my ferro rod is 7.62 x 25, aka 7.62 Tokarev.
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Post by: AzteCypher on April 30, 2024, 05:38:09 AM
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Post by: Enginears on April 30, 2024, 07:15:03 AM
Thanks for the concern and well wishes re: the weather, everything in my neck of the woods remained intact. Tornados kind of did a bunny hop past us, but there was a bit of local destruction where they touched down to the North and south.
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Post by: SubMY on April 30, 2024, 07:47:31 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 30, 2024, 08:09:09 AM
This was so much fun!
I have made the tiny badge, I'll make the large one in a couple of days. :salute:
Post by: Explorer on April 30, 2024, 01:57:43 PM
🔥DAY 29🔥
went out exploring with the pup :ahhh
pocketed the Mag, titanium pen and FX
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Post by: Enginears on April 30, 2024, 04:11:06 PM
I agree this challenge was a good one. I enjoyed everyones fire tool variety. thanks ReamerPunch! :cheers:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 30, 2024, 06:54:31 PM
Can someone please make the top corners transparent?
Otherwise they're good to go.
Post by: styx on April 30, 2024, 11:04:45 PM
end of the line. Bic has proven to be surprisingly useful in my EDC
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Post by: nate j on May 01, 2024, 12:33:22 AM
Bic has proven to be surprisingly useful in my EDC:assimilate:
Post by: AzteCypher on May 01, 2024, 03:12:19 AM
I have learned two things during this challenge. I'm pretty good at using my Nanostriker and I need more practice at using my Firefly.
Final fire of the challenge using petroleum jelly infused lint and my Nanostriker.
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Post by: SubMY on May 01, 2024, 04:29:57 AM
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My biggest take away from this has been that I really rarely need a lighter in my EDC. It mainly just sat in my back pocket, unless I wanted to try starting a fire in the evening. In the end keeping a small Bic lighter in my bag and car like I've always done seems to be the best balance for me.
My second take away is my wife hates me throwing sparks around in the house :whistle:
Post by: AzteCypher on May 01, 2024, 04:37:57 AM
Post by: TexasAKM on May 01, 2024, 05:27:21 AM
Today's carry:
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Before the challenge, I did not tend to carry a firestarter. But I now enjoy having one in my edc, and plan to continue.
Post by: comis on May 01, 2024, 07:04:08 AM
Here are the badges. :like:RP, I'm running a day late, but should be able to help with this once I get to a computer. The admin are always helpful , so I expect the new badges should be up and ready in next 24 hrs.
Can someone please make the top corners transparent?
Otherwise they're good to go.
Post by: ReamerPunch on May 01, 2024, 08:11:34 AM
RP, I'm running a day late, but should be able to help with this once I get to a computer. The admin are always helpful , so I expect the new badges should be up and ready in next 24 hrs.
:like:
Thanks! I made the big one at work, but I can't find the website I used to use, and my laptop is toast. :salute:
Post by: Antti Lammi on May 01, 2024, 11:00:42 AM
Gongrats to everyone who completed this challenge and getting badge for this unique challenge.
Post by: Explorer on May 01, 2024, 01:56:21 PM
🔥DAY 30🔥
this was a fun one :ahhh
thanks to RP for hosting :hatsoff:
this challenge made me realize that it's not as easy to start a fire with a mag glass as i thought so its awlways good to carry some backup matches or a bic.
enjoyed seeing everyone's uses and daily carry choices. keeping it simple for the last day with just the mag glass, FX and firebox nano.
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Post by: Enginears on May 01, 2024, 02:59:59 PM
🔥DAY 30🔥
this was a fun one :ahhh
thanks to RP for hosting :hatsoff:
this challenge made me realize that it's not as easy to start a fire with a mag glass as i thought so its awlways good to carry some backup matches or a bic.
That is my experience as well. The mag glass is definitely a last resort. Aside from needing to be starting a fire in the hot sun, it takes a lot of care to make it work. But contingency item is always nice to have. :cheers:
Post by: AzteCypher on May 01, 2024, 04:33:08 PM
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Post by: comis on May 01, 2024, 04:43:38 PM
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Hi, all!
I have just cleaned up the graphics and uploaded these to the admin, and they should be ready pretty soon for those whom have finished the challenge. :cheers:
Post by: comis on May 01, 2024, 04:45:06 PM
Does this help?Yikes, I should have read this post earlier before getting to work! Thanks for the great work! :facepalm: :cheers: :tu:
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Post by: AzteCypher on May 01, 2024, 04:47:01 PM
Post by: comis on May 01, 2024, 04:58:44 PM
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This month went by like a breeze, and before I realized it, it's already day 30! Being a semi-flashaholic myself, can't help but to get a new Pelican 2350 and it has just arrive in time before the end!
First off, thank you for RP hosting this interesting challenge. Being in an urban setting and a non-smoker myself, a firestarting tool is not a daily necessity for my EDC rotation. So this is indeed a great opportunity to get to see everyone's firestarting tool and putting them in use. I've also used this ooportunity to learn a little bit more about some lesser known lighter and the mechanism behind all these designs. So thank you, and this challenge is definitely not the same without your contribution and inspiration.
Post by: comis on May 01, 2024, 04:59:01 PM
It's just great minds thinking alike. Cheers! :cheers::hatsoff: :D
Post by: SteveC on May 01, 2024, 05:35:53 PM
Post by: Explorer on May 01, 2024, 07:46:54 PM
That is my experience as well. The mag glass is definitely a last resort. Aside from needing to be starting a fire in the hot sun, it takes a lot of care to make it work. But contingency item is always nice to have. :cheers:
:cheers:
agreed. After all the experience using the mag during this challenge I did get better at it- even in the afternoon it was still possible. But we had so many rainy and cloudy days here it's made me realize how important it is to carry a backup or two! :ahhh
Post by: Explorer on May 01, 2024, 07:50:13 PM
The Badge is now available :tu:
:woohoo:
Badge requested!
:hatsoff:
Post by: ReamerPunch on May 01, 2024, 08:13:14 PM
It's just great minds thinking alike. Cheers! :cheers:
:iagree:
Excellent work gentlemen! :like: