20 Firesteel Ferro Rods Put to the Test!

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These are my Favorite & Best Performing Fire Steels that I have tested for 2019 . Throwing Showers of Hot Gobbing Sparks that Will help you Light Fires Quickly & More Effectively than all other brands I have tested so far..
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@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

*Hey Group: Hope you enjoyed our list of our Absolute Favorite Firesteels. As always links for more information is down in the video description!*

@ajjohnson3700 5 жыл бұрын

DropForgedSurvival of corse we did lol thx for the honest content and great vids

@ajjohnson3700 5 жыл бұрын

DropForgedSurvival I will be becoming a member soon as well looking forward to the extra content and extra perks and supporting the Chanel to see more of this in the future

@gryman817 5 жыл бұрын

Of course brother! Hey I added my last name on my account...are my entries still valid???

@PuffinPete 5 жыл бұрын

DropForgedSurvival love the content. Keep being awesome.

@montanapete59102 5 жыл бұрын

I did like this one too! I'm a fire-holic and love everything fire! As long as it is done safely!

@Cogzed 3 жыл бұрын

"Stroke down the shaft of that rod." That's what I tell my wife all the time but she just rolls her eye's at me.

@sweetdrahthaar7951 3 жыл бұрын

It’s a rare gal who learns to do it as good as you know who😂

@soundtracktothefuture226 Жыл бұрын

“1 or 2 pumps”

@Philmaxwell414 Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@originsmaster8140 Жыл бұрын

She probably rocks you in one or two pumps as well.

@paullittle6458 9 ай бұрын

😂

@rhpicayune 2 жыл бұрын

All the people criticizing the video for not just carrying a lighter, BUT.. Ferro rod & striker can come right out of water and work, function at 50 below 0, and I’m sure can be taken on an airplane without any suspicious looks…. Plus, it’s just plain FUN and satisfying to know how to use these !!

@saltycat662 2 жыл бұрын

Do those same people realize that lighters run out faster?

@nickoleli437 2 жыл бұрын

Funny story though. I had a firesteel kit on a plane and the officer completely ignored my lighter but had loads of questions for his superior about whether firesteels are permissible -_-

@extraSPARErib 2 жыл бұрын

Yea, but, what about just carrying a liter, you know, because it is a lighter?

@ilovefreeski 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly and those who say that also never tried to use a lighter when its -20 degrees celcius out, ive tried and no matter how good your butane torch or bic is it wont work unless you keep it warm in an inside pocket.

@GoMango-mx1no 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats bro 205k

@commonsense3993 4 жыл бұрын

"You can grip it" "... and still have a good 5.5 to 6 inches to stroke the shaft" "1 to 2 pumps"

@DropForgedSurvival 4 жыл бұрын

Almost as if i said that myself! Lmao 😆

@commonsense3993 4 жыл бұрын

@@DropForgedSurvival LMAO

@pyro_mania67 4 жыл бұрын

I died at that entire section, I had to unplug and let my lady listen to it XD

@commonsense3993 4 жыл бұрын

@@pyro_mania67 lol.. thanks for the reminder 😂

@adamzappitella4499 5 жыл бұрын

The go tubes are genius!

@double-oh7200 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for vid on this topic. I like your idea inn the clear tubes.

@sportsfan9040 5 жыл бұрын

Me too. Any idea where to get the tubes if you want to make your own?

@xavierhourigan7423 5 жыл бұрын

Thank god another fire steel video

@winters49670 3 жыл бұрын

“Stroke down the shaft of that rod, and let me tell you what you are going to be able to rock this thing in one or two pumps.”

@stephen_a3733 3 жыл бұрын

Coomer.

@PartTimeGoblinSlayer 3 жыл бұрын

I knew someone would do it 😆

@williamhawley2036 4 жыл бұрын

“Stroke down the shaft of that rod” bruhhhh I’m crying🤣

@DropForgedSurvival 4 жыл бұрын

Strokes and Shafts. Gets them every time

@dustycover3015 2 жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that alot of people live off the grid in the middle of nowhere. Ferro rods and magnesium bars are a good backup for when your lighters run out of fuel and you won't be back in town anytime soon.

@aleksyblack 3 жыл бұрын

“Stroke down the shaft of that rod” 😂

@sweetdrahthaar7951 3 жыл бұрын

That got a loud and long chuckle out of me😂

@GunGuy258 3 жыл бұрын

In just 2 or 3 strokes you'll be good. 😂😂😂

@jefo2405 3 жыл бұрын

That's what she said.

@zelaht2778 2 жыл бұрын

😂 😂 😂

@0V3R0N 5 жыл бұрын

Man, those fire tubes are a GREAT idea.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Jose Virella Thanks Bud!

@cmoore7780 2 жыл бұрын

“Stroke down the shaft of that rod” 😂🤣 sorry just kid in me

@SniffBackBetter 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao same

@forex_shark6042 2 жыл бұрын

and you will be able to rock that thing in one or two pumps....

@luisloya1120 2 жыл бұрын

🤦‍♂️

@mdomayer 5 жыл бұрын

I keep a couple of fire starters on me everyday. I have a UST Strike Force and an Ozark Trails 5 in 1 knife in my backpack, a Quick Spark fire starter from Lifeline I keep in my pocket and a couple Paracord bracelets.

@sportsfan9040 5 жыл бұрын

Seeing this video makes me want warmer days and want to go camping. Also use some to help light stuff on the old grill. Did that last year and I ended up making s'mores

@dglantz10 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff

@johncostello 5 жыл бұрын

Nice one Chris. Enjoyed looking at your collection of firesteel. One thing I've found is that the bigger firesteel are easier for kids to handle and learn with. You showed a good selection. The clear tubes are an excellent idea and one I'll be adding to my firekit. I'm curious to see if they'll be suitable for charcloth as it's a really cheap form of tinder for me along with Sisal (jute twine) processed into its individual strands in another tube.

@Danielvtec08 5 жыл бұрын

Because of your videos I made me an my gf real firekits For the bugout bags. An I daily a altoid tin in my edc bag.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Danielvtec08 Awesome!

@TheGrayManOG 5 жыл бұрын

Great collection of fire steels. Nathan 4071 has some of the best ferro rods there is and his prices are always good.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Gray Man Outdoors 4 Directions Bushcraft, Exotac, and Lightning Strike are my Go To’s all the way. Also... “all these companies including your bud and many others... use the Exact same Manufacturer.

@TheGrayManOG 5 жыл бұрын

@@DropForgedSurvival You're right. There's only so many companies in the world that produce them.

@MiscMitz 5 жыл бұрын

Yay! Another vid from Chris! Love seeing your notifications pop up.

@davidrybarczyk9488 5 жыл бұрын

A lot of awesome fire starters

@tonysadventures2799 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I love How You are mixing it up with reviews and adventures now 👍🏻

@marcustje 5 жыл бұрын

I own a sharpal and it work really well!

@silverwingit 4 жыл бұрын

Magnificent review! I've seen hundreds on any number of subjects but this is one of the most useful reviews I've encountered -- ever. Totally thorough and professional with the added gold mine of links. My compliments and gratitude. Now I'm gonna see what other reviews you've done.

@DropForgedSurvival 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks alot Michelle

@DylanBegazo 2 жыл бұрын

This video is... valuable. I hope it's never taken down.

@Marlah4 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome firesteels! My favorite that I own has hot to be my 4directions bushcraft firesteel! I’ve had it for years and never fails me!

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Marlah 4 4DB definitely never fails

@ocomegashadowstacking5886 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome intro !!! :D

@mccflo99 5 жыл бұрын

Nice overview. Nice to see there are so many options available these days.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

American Glutton and its only growing more and more each year!

@gtvdevils464 5 жыл бұрын

Dude I’m ur biggest fan love ur work

@gryman817 5 жыл бұрын

Great info Chris..I really like the GO TUBES!!!

@ajjohnson3700 5 жыл бұрын

Back again as always love the vids keep it up man so glad I was there for 200 k ready for half a mill and then a mill

@Pabaquelipz 5 жыл бұрын

i love the tubes!!

@dilligaf7321 5 жыл бұрын

Love your passion and always outstanding reviews,especially for people just starting out in prep's or bushcrafting or for the guy like myself sitting here with a broken back and can't do anything my preps are on hold but love you videos keep up the great work and God bless🖒🇺🇸🕇

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Michael Bonfiglio Thanks alot Mike!

@dawnspriggs5492 5 жыл бұрын

I really am learning so much from your channel, really glad it showed up in my feed

@johnchristian9933 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris for keeping us informed about around gear and by that price wise and cheap good and great to give us that range and by the way thanks for getting me hooked to stanford outdoors place is great

@michaelgimani418 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Grats on 200k, continue with the great content! Waitin for the next video.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Michael Gimani Thanks Alot Mike

@michaelgimani418 5 жыл бұрын

@@DropForgedSurvival Whoaaa, first time a youtuber i like responds to me :D thanks!

@rhamre38 5 жыл бұрын

Just went on Amazon and bought the Sharpal 101 6-in-1 because of this video. Looks like a good sharpening kit and easy fire starter all for under $10. Thanks for the video. Never would have come across this product without you.

@georgemorley1010 5 жыл бұрын

Wooo he made another video!!!

@cbachand 5 жыл бұрын

Great idea on the tubes, just ordered them! Keep up the good work!

@darthblade2016 5 жыл бұрын

Great video man, love me some fire steels!! Makes me want to go out and start a campfire, lol.

@Ajdasiibishvekot 5 жыл бұрын

A new video YESSS!

@kimonk 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting! I liked seeing all those different options.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Outside with Kim Thanks alot Kim!

@skagee3320 5 жыл бұрын

got several fire steels but like the one from 4DB...the best...dont really care about all the bells and whistles...just as long as it works...

@followedsphere5921 5 жыл бұрын

The best I’ve ever used came with my mora bushcraft knife

@damianhendricks818 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the laugh!🤣😂 2:22

@donaldnaymon3270 10 ай бұрын

Great information. Thank you for sharing

@SoCalPatriot81 5 жыл бұрын

I luv the fire tinder tubes idea!

@9171drgn 5 жыл бұрын

Very good informative video.

@kaydansdaddy 5 жыл бұрын

Another awesome and informative video thanks

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Brandon Shelton Thanks alot Brandon!

@aribbonatatime 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review. Thanks for your service too 👍

@charlesquick902 5 жыл бұрын

Another good video as usual!

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Charles Quick Thanks alot Charles

@HeadtoTailBBQCooking 5 жыл бұрын

“Come on baby light my fire!” 🎙🎶😂

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Head to Tail BBQ Oh!! SING THAT TUME! Haha 😂

@HeadtoTailBBQCooking 5 жыл бұрын

DropForgedSurvival 👍🏻😁 Great video sir! Thanks for the info on all these.

@exothermal.sprocket Жыл бұрын

If we would admit it, we'd have to say that the majority of "survival gear" out there on the market is designed to sell products, not actually work.

@steveroot7497 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Keep them coming!

@noname-xd6kq 5 жыл бұрын

Love the videos

@michaeldiffey3791 3 жыл бұрын

They all seemed pretty good to me. It really comes down to choosing the one you think will fit your need best. If the rod doesn't work then it is probably a user error and not a product error.

@robertgarza600 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Chris. Really like your idea for the fire tinder tubes. Keep up the great work. Stay safe.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Robert Garza Thanks Alot Robert!!

@darthblade2016 5 жыл бұрын

It is a cool idea indeed! There is a product called Keep2 Go tubes that ive used for different things, including to keep the Fiberlight stuff that Chris had in this video. Same concept he was saying about keeping it waterproof and secure, but they have a loop on the cap, so u could even use the lanyard to carry it around ur neck.

@heathenshaunt681 2 жыл бұрын

The mixed tinders tube's. Is a great idea and if you use those right a tube or 2 will do a lot of fire's and keep the material safe

@lanecountybigfooters5716 4 жыл бұрын

Good info for us here in rainy Oregon! I have several Uberleben rods, I'll have to try some of the others here!

@sweetdrahthaar7951 3 жыл бұрын

This video just popped up in my feed and I’m sure glad it did. I am now subbed. Thanks.👍🏻🇺🇸 P.S. Thank you so much for all the links in the description. I really appreciate it.

@rod.thehollerhound9791 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. With great info.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Rod Markins Thanks alot Rod!

@arnoldgraham4218 Жыл бұрын

Great info , Thanks

@nickrucinski8786 5 жыл бұрын

Great video

@nicholasmills6735 5 жыл бұрын

Loving the huge one and the tinder go tube idea!

@archuka1 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video -- very informative

@DropForgedSurvival 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@daultondavis6391 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome firesteels man

@gabrielkawa3477 2 жыл бұрын

Those tubes are a good idea

@refaiabdeen5943 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mate!

@dst.exclusive 5 жыл бұрын

Loved the video great content

@WoodKnock01 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid on fire 🔥 steels!!!

@cskreeper2191 5 жыл бұрын

Ahhh... So that's what those tubes were! Cool idea

@luisparejarodriguez336 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing incredible and i want a colection like that.........

@southernstacker7315 2 жыл бұрын

I use drier lint. Lights up easy everytime

@stephaniedubois4964 5 жыл бұрын

very cool firesteels you have there

@bananajoe2669 5 жыл бұрын

Great video keep it up , and also the gear its not the only thing that matters the knowledge to use that gear its more important . Unfortunately i dont have the knowledge but i hope i will learn it with practice.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

soleimani elias You can only learn by getting outside and take to it hands on!

@massbassin4554 5 жыл бұрын

Great Vid

@haeryvlog7757 Жыл бұрын

I love the most bigger one... The monster fire stater 👍👍👍👍👍

@Chaucerfaux1 5 жыл бұрын

Nice overview of the fire steels. some of those were beast mode. supprised you didnt have a tube for the smurfcrap. Anywho on to the next one.

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Chaucer Faux Oh yes. The are the pocket Flame throwers

@aburson2020 5 жыл бұрын

Working on a pretty solid go pack for backpacking this summer and one of those Tony Stark fire steels will be in it for sure!

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Austin Burson Nice Choices!

@zane3556 5 жыл бұрын

I love your suggestions, and I've tried a few of what you mentioned, and they are great. One of my favorites wasn't on the list, so I'm excited to tell you. The company Schrade has amazing Ferro rods I initially was testing out there knives and axes, but most of them come with a rod, and I was amazed how well they worked. Its more of a soft one but last a long time and throws some big sparks. I highly recommend you check them out if you haven't already. My favorite are the ones that come with there axes, but they are all the same, just different in size. :)

@mtstream55n 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@Roarmeister2 3 жыл бұрын

I use plain jane firesteels - like you said the 1/2" x 6" is typical. But I also have a few smaller ones like 5/16"x4". I wrap some Gorilla duct tape on one end that I can use as tinder.

@dustin7562 5 жыл бұрын

My favorite is Nanostriker xl

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Dustin Driggers It is great for EDC

@dustin7562 5 жыл бұрын

@@DropForgedSurvival yeah I use it for that and my psk I carry two of them with extra rod and o rings

@indigowulf 3 жыл бұрын

2:20 I'm just waiting for my BF to walk in the room and ask me wtf adult video I'm watching.

@saltycat662 2 жыл бұрын

If my husband saw me watching this, it would probably turn him on lol.

@billiemoreno7119 2 жыл бұрын

So awesome, I’m a big fan on survival, I do have a couple of ferro rods, I would like to buy me more different types. Ty for ur video.

@avatar12008 5 жыл бұрын

More fire!🤩🤩

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

William Scollon Always! More Fire 🔥!

@Spectre_0880 5 жыл бұрын

Some epic fire steels then the bonus footage been waiting since you teased it on instagram....told you I'd comment lol 😂😂 👍👍👍

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@nataliyatupchik4427 5 жыл бұрын

Hi love the vids

@charliegirlize 5 жыл бұрын

Nice array of steels 👌😎

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks only the best make it on my channel.

@luisloya1120 2 жыл бұрын

The Corona tungsten tool sharpener is an Incredible ferro rod scraper.

@shaikshats Жыл бұрын

Good info

@nebula4356 5 жыл бұрын

Hell yes, notifications!

@vanillapop832 5 жыл бұрын

I need to up my collection!!

@TSNchannel 5 жыл бұрын

Good vídeo, i prefer the larges

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

TSN channel 1/2” is solid but my All time Favorite is 3/4” by 6” Firesteel.

@GRockBlues 3 жыл бұрын

It's a sickness...I get it...I got it...caught it from you...it's also contagious!...lol

@The07gsxr1000 3 жыл бұрын

Great video guys love the go tunes where did you get the magnesuim dust

@suberblackiron 5 жыл бұрын

All was awesome Chris imma buy a few of those tube not a bad idea....

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

jerry garcia Glad you enjoyed the Idea! It is a fun build

@darthblade2016 5 жыл бұрын

@suberblackiron 5 жыл бұрын

Always love your ideas man thanks will definitely be doin this for my edc backpack i just have mine in ziploc with zip ties and ranger bands....

@suberblackiron 5 жыл бұрын

Darth Croll we be looking in to it....

@nickkammer6832 5 жыл бұрын

I like the big black one that's what she said

@midnightmover2329 4 жыл бұрын

I have a cheapie ciggerette lighter in my kit the last two years.It hasn’t let me down yet.Its still more than half full.

@DropForgedSurvival 4 жыл бұрын

Right on! Lighters are great for short term and quick FireStarting

@obh7762 4 жыл бұрын

Always good to have a lighter or two, but redundant redundancies are the name of the game.

@midnightmover2329 4 жыл бұрын

Owen Hinsman I don’t get it,this guy won’t use a lighter but he’ll use cotton balls and petroleum jelly.

@allisonnodurft3878 5 жыл бұрын

Those go tubes 👍👍

@DropForgedSurvival 5 жыл бұрын

Allison Nodurft Oh yes! I love the Go Tubes