Fire starters

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Starting a fire - it wasn't always as easy as it is today. While today it is enough to make a small move with a lighter or matches and the fire burns immediately, in the past it was necessary to make more effort. In the past, it was necessary to hit hard stones on each other until sparks flew, they were directed at the prepared tinder - dry material.

Modern fire starters work on a similar principle, it is also necessary to achieve sparking. This is made possible by a magnesium rod and metal. Most often, the fire starter is equipped with a small plate, but it is also possible to use the back of the knife, with the help of the fire starter it is possible to start a fire in all conditions, it does not get wet like matches or a lighter. However, it is necessary to have the dry material ready.

The Finnish Kupilka fire starter complements the company's products intended for nature and camping, and is produced in several colors. The fire starters are also offered by the manufacturers Herbertz, Mil-Tec, Hultafors.