$2.50 Magnesium Fire Starter - A Good Survival Kit Item?

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Every survival kit needs a good fire starter and there are a lot of options. I decided to test a $2.50 magnesium block from Harbor Freight to see how well it works. Let's try to start a fire!
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@mr.zardoz3344 5 жыл бұрын

A great tip that comes from Les shroud was to put the shavings on a piece of duc tape. That way, in high winds or snow or whatever, they stay in one place as you strike the fero rod. Neat trick!

@simmsman413 5 жыл бұрын

Take fatwood and baton. Drive FW into stump, ignite from the bottom. Turns FW into a slow burning torch. Uses less FW and gives off taller flame!

@ingav2283 5 жыл бұрын

Love this Les Stroud tip. Thanks for sharing!

@khizarabid8414 4 жыл бұрын

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@Gastonbutavand 4 жыл бұрын

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@outdoorsurvival7730 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tip

@thevagabondsageinthewoods 3 жыл бұрын

As soon as you said “I like fire”, I sub’d!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 3 жыл бұрын

A fellow pyro.

@alexandradunbar4177 3 жыл бұрын

exactly the same story here :)

@trueblak1 2 жыл бұрын

Same here 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@Bruva_Ayamhyt Жыл бұрын

Heheheh, yeah! Fire! Fire!

@henryvandeventer2457 5 жыл бұрын

Been carrying these for years, got my first one when I was a kid growing up on a farm and camping/hunting with my dad. They do take a bit more effort in prep than a standard fero rod, but work great with damp materials and tinder. Another use for them is scraping the magnesium off and using that dust when I am making cotton pad and vaseline fire starters. I add the dust into it and dab the cotton in it and it works perfectly.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Cool idea

@BoilingDietCoke Жыл бұрын

You scrape into a pile the correct way I hope. Unlike this human, correct?

@thomasgarrison3949 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know about the Magnesium Fire Starter at HFT, they are still $2.49 @ Harbor Freight Tools, I was getting them @ Walmart for $4.46.

@therugburnz 2 жыл бұрын

A fiver is still a fare price for something that might be needed to save lives. After your teenage son empties your bic™, that cost $3, while trying to smoke grass you'll be happier than if you forgot to take with you.

@edwardfletcher7790 2 жыл бұрын

That's a CRAZY price 👍 This is the original Vietnam war style mag fire 🔥 block.

@ralphmitchell3435 2 жыл бұрын

Bought one today at harbor freight for $1.99

@Lachin037 Жыл бұрын

I just got mine today for $1.69 they are really a hidden gem with a bargain like this

@Mojo32 Жыл бұрын

I got one for 1.39. ...how long are we gonna keep this up 😆

@jerseydevil7895 Жыл бұрын

I got a few of these and made 3 modifications: Bought a couple feet of that beaded chain ( key making section - hardware store) and made longer chains, so I don't have to take the striker off and risk losing it in SHTF situation. I also wrapped the whole thing with Gorilla Tape, so I have tinder, even in wet conditions. Since the only thing that can go wrong with these is to lose the ferro rod, I ran a bead of Super Glue down both sides the rods.

@createvideo561 3 ай бұрын

Magnesium burns even while wet infact even better due to its chemical activity and the evolution of hydrogen

@markadams7597 5 жыл бұрын

I've used magnesium fire starters since the 1970s (on the trail, and in the backyard grill). I've used magnesium to start fires on wet wood in the snow (in the Rockies, S. Nevadas, Appalachians, Sonorans, and Alps). They work, and $2.50 is an excellent prices. Great review. Ty!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate it.

@davedavey250 Жыл бұрын

Yeah but one thing I noticed they're really hard the ones from Harbor Freight

@stormpoet76 5 жыл бұрын

I’d like to add that in a survival situation....resources are key .....get used to minimalism. Just enough finite resource magnesium quarter sized flat is just as effective as the half dollar amount you stacked.....keep in mind as you scrape start from one side to evenly to the other otherwise you’ll end up breaking the ferro rod on day 3

@sheerwillsurvival2064 5 жыл бұрын

They work great for $2.50 it’s a winner I’ve used before many times 👍🏻

@BCVS777 2 жыл бұрын

Many years ago I was out for a drive in the boonies with my family and we decided we needed a fire. I had one of those little fire starter things in the door pocket of my truck so I gave it a try. I fought and fought that little gadget but I never did get a fire. It made me mad so I started researching fire starters. Now, like you, I have made a hobby of making fire. I still have that little fire starter in my truck door pocket…I might make fire with it now!😆

@Caintuckee64 5 жыл бұрын

*As long as you have time (when you are stranded you may be fighting cold/freezing conditions), take time to prepare your fire well!*

@Charlielizard 5 жыл бұрын

All about preparation.

@aphroditestan 2 жыл бұрын

Im wondering if you could store the shavings in a little satchel or maybe even like a little plastic bag u could slip in your wallet, just in case u were ever in a situation u might need to just light a fire ASAP ? Would they keep or would it be dangerous?

@ShadeSlayer1911 Жыл бұрын

@@aphroditestan I've actually seen fire kits with the shavings in little ziplock baggies on amazon. I assume if you keep them contained, they won't just light up on you.

@bobashmore6442 5 жыл бұрын

I've been carrying these in my fire kits since I was in the Boy Scouts. I have no idea why folks think they don't work, I've started fires in pouring down rain with fairly marginal and wet material with these things. One thing that I figured out pretty quickly is that even a fairly light wind will blow away the shavings pretty quickly so I make sure I am between the shavings and the wind, or I find another kind of wind break, whatever works.

@btm380 3 жыл бұрын

I saw an episode of Naked & Afraid. Guy wasn't scraping the magnesium so only threw sparks at tinder. He failed at fire.

@LGSkywalker82 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the demo. I have several of these and never thought much of them. I'll have to make good use of them in the future!

@THExLAWxMAN 5 жыл бұрын

I love me some harbor freight. Headed up to one in an hour, making a tool haul run. Thanks Brian.

@aprilsatterfield1307 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, i just bought 4 of the same kind and was looking for a video of how to use one and i happened across your video. Very helpful

@jerrytalley802 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your review. I tried one a year or two ago, and see now I didn’t scrape enough off ahead of time, and naturally, blamed the (HARBOR FREIGHT) fire starter. I got a fire finally but struggled from what I remember. Cool channel, very practical video, thanks

@ROE1300 5 жыл бұрын

I always those were more gimmicky than useful, but was properly introduced to them while taking a class with Cody Lundin. For exactly the reason you demonstrated one is in my little kit - thank you Cody. I’m not very accomplished using a piece of hacksaw blade so I have a proper scrapper on mine connected by a cord long enough that I don’t need to disconnect them. Thank you for this demonstration.

@opichocal 5 жыл бұрын

Funny I've had one of those for years and didn't know the right way to use it Thanks!

@carlholmes2251 5 жыл бұрын

I love them. I've been using them for years. They are Light weight, waterproof. They are semi easy to use and cheap. I carry one in my day pack, one in my truck, one in my BoB. I wouldn't go on any outdoor excursion without one.

@tom_olofsson 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video I've decided to start caring a stump in my bug out bag

@troygrant5418 5 жыл бұрын

Me too,thanks for the heads up.wouldnt burn long without the stump

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

;-)

@greysilverback3924 5 жыл бұрын

I never leave home without a stump.

@tom_olofsson 5 жыл бұрын

Grey Silverback Every thinking man should follow your advice.

@James-ke5sx 2 жыл бұрын

That's a ridiculous idea, personally I just carry a 10lb flamethrower a gallon of gasoline.

@Timotheus157 5 жыл бұрын

Nice. Fire started immediately. Good tool to have. Thanks.

@jasonthomas8481 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought one of these and thank you for helping me not look silly tomorrow when I try it camping

@Hullspeed 2 жыл бұрын

This is great! I picked up one yesterday out of curiosity. I used the little hack saw the wrong way (as if I was trying to saw a pipe). It didn't go well. I tuned in here today to see if lighting a fire with one of these was even possible, so - wow! Messing around, I set the bar on fire with a propane torch to see if I could get it to burn; it did! I always tell my kids, if your in the wild, the best way to start a fire is with a bunch of newspaper, some kerosene, and a self starting propane torch. Haha!

@jamielukens9810 5 жыл бұрын

I literally just bought one from harbor freight yesterday! Thanks for answering my question without even asking 🔥

@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 5 жыл бұрын

I am surprised this worked so well. Thanks and take care.

@carlgelinas7503 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I love when the budget items work. Thanks for the video.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@ramrod175 2 жыл бұрын

They work! We carry one when we go hunting. The trick is to shave a good amount of magnesium like you showed in the video, I use a knife instead of the hack saw blade.

@georgeecheveste6545 2 жыл бұрын

I got one many years ago but I didn't know how to use it and I always wanted to know how it worked. Keep up the good work

@gregscountrycabinoutdoors7359 5 жыл бұрын

I have had one of those for years, never used it, thank you for the demonstration.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Dude! You gotta try that stuff out. Some things will fool you.

@bobbyharper8710 5 жыл бұрын

That magnesium bar, a Mora Heavy Duty knife, and a Bahco Laplander saw makes you king of the woods.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

All righty then ;-)

@tangoindiamike9189 5 жыл бұрын

I also carry a striker and a pack of flints. The strikers are made of aluminum and weigh almost nothing. The flints are so tiny, you have to be careful not to lose them. When you need a spark with little effort, a striker and flint will do the trick.

@TinaICXCNIKA 2 жыл бұрын

Found one of these today in my garage and knew what it was but NOW, I know how to use it...THANK YOU!

@stuarthamilton5112 2 жыл бұрын

For kindling pencil shavings work great. A few pencils and a cheap kid’s pencil sharpener will keep you in tinder for a good long while, and they pack super easy.

@billschirmer8046 2 жыл бұрын

Great pointers and excellent demonstration ~ Thank You !!!

@AntarcticaJay 5 жыл бұрын

The HF fire starters frequently go on sale for $1.50 - $2.00. If you use your knife it is a lot easier than the hacksaw stub. Also I get better results shaving the magnesium direct on my tinder shavings or cottonball.

@darkwaternorth2867 5 жыл бұрын

I think that's a good idea Brian thanks for the video

@johnnysparkleface3096 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I watched this, I wrongly thought the ferro-rod was the only part that made the fire, since I couldn't make sparks fly from the part you scraped from. I see now that the whole thing is used to make a fire. I'm going back and buy some more!!! I'm so glad I watched this that I'm thumbs upping you and subscribing too.

@fourbirdstos Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video. : ) I bought one of these and have never used it. I like that you real-timed the scraping. : D Great video.

@sramm Жыл бұрын

"I will endeavor to persevere..." That's my go to quote as well! Great video.

@cristiancampo8133 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought two today hehe! Sir, your channel has just earned another Sub! Looking forward to see more of your Survival on Purpose vids! 👍🏻 thank you.

@pandroidigital Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Exactly what I was looking for..

@agnosjr 5 жыл бұрын

Awesomely done! Thank you for sharing.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@titanicsyncing4215 3 жыл бұрын

Love your enthusiasm for starting a fire keep up the good work

@randallwilliams9663 3 жыл бұрын

Bought one on a whim. I haven't tried it yet. I'm glad I bought it now. Thanks

@yx2k747 5 ай бұрын

Just bought this today at the harbor freight for $1.99. Can't wait to use it.

@artthrower7773 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that was very helpful I've got 3 or 4 in each vehicle thank you Brian 😊

@bruceclark5627 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for ALL you do for the the community!!!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support!

@fraidofthedark 5 жыл бұрын

I never rated these, I do now! Terrific, thank you.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped.

@windrider65 5 жыл бұрын

I bought one a while back, I haven't used it yet. I was going to teach my grandkids how to use it. At least now I know it works. Thanks for the video.

@MrSIXGUNZ 5 жыл бұрын

Fair and honest reviews..... That's what we love about you sir!!! Blessings 🙏

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate it.

@robinepps7274 2 жыл бұрын

I bought 1 last Friday, I will definitely keep it handy!

@dancarney8724 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information

@dosbox2010 2 жыл бұрын

I love these also, hint, put the striker on a course grinding wheel and get a sharp edge with a heavy burr, it scraps better and throws better sparks.

@dawnjj Жыл бұрын

Thanks for info. I bought 2 like yours from Walmart and I know they'll work now.

@CTROCK 5 жыл бұрын

I bought this at harborfreight for $1.50 each. I bought 15 of them giving out out to my brother, dad and friends!

@mtstream55n 5 жыл бұрын

I have one too but I haven't tried it. I like back-ups hanging around in my truck. LOL Thanks for the review.

@jenarddecastro2597 5 жыл бұрын

Hello from Los Angeles, California. . . And thank you for this review!!! For many years I've been unsure about this Harbor Freight product. I am now convinced to get this for my young nephews who just moved up onto the BSA from Cub Scouts. This will surely teach them patience and and how to prepare to start a fire.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it helped.

@gtgodbear6320 2 жыл бұрын

I had one. Worked great.

@heikoplotner2636 5 жыл бұрын

Price is good ! Thank You for the Video Brian !

@Blacksmith1967 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a very good review 😁👍👍

@thomasnugent7602 5 жыл бұрын

Very good. Thank you very much

@thevirginiabushcrafter8833 9 ай бұрын

I'm glad I saw this video. That Magnesium Bar works well for me. Thanks for Sharing.

@LarryDickman1 4 ай бұрын

Good luck when it is windy. The space that it takes up could be filled with other fire started material. For example, the impregnate cotton Tinder Quik fire tabs. and/or more UCO matches. Even little coffee stiring stick size fatwood.

@lordrichard8184 5 жыл бұрын

I like them. They’re great for a backup fire starter. They’re small and light and easy to tuck away in your bag in case of an emergency

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

I agree

@cliffowens3629 Жыл бұрын

When I worked at a wastewater plant we were cleaning out the grit chambers and my shovel uncovered a Doan's stamp dated 6/84 Aviation. Found it in 2000 and it worked fine. Still in my pocket. Shame Doan's went out of business. Hard to believe if they were supplying the military

@wemcal Жыл бұрын

Great video and presentation... I’ve had one for almost 8 years just to play with, the rod does wear down but it took awhile for that.. they’re not expensive so $3-4 will get a new one.. I still use it to scrape the mag because I have other rods.... I would have used some of those pine needles in the background

@joshuacaviness9402 5 жыл бұрын

These bars are great to pair with a fire cord lanyard and some fatwood. I keep a similar kit in my haversack most if the time.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Cool

@stuartmarkman769 6 ай бұрын

Honestly, I never thought they worked. You convinced me. Thanks.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 6 ай бұрын

Glad I could help

@seanosborne4028 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian for Another quality video thanks for sharing keep up the good work brother 👍

@SurvivalOnPurpose 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@stephengonzalez5578 5 жыл бұрын

Simple and effective and cost savy! TY for the video

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appreciate it.

@FinanciallySavvyParent 2 жыл бұрын

Well done!

@thegobblerproject2363 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I was on the fence about the cheaper ones

@SurvivalOnPurpose Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@grannieannie1371 5 жыл бұрын

I like the lesson you give to your boy scouts. When you think you have enough go ahead and get three times more. Preparation is King.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it is

@1glock55 4 жыл бұрын

Good video it was very helpful

@thumpersillywabbit3494 2 жыл бұрын

Good video. Thank you.

@venganzamujer354 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks...they make a great gift for they guys

@DenverLoveless 5 жыл бұрын

Love it ! Too many folks have poo poo'd these too much. I've used them for years, and they work. The magnesium isn't always needed, but if it's super humid it comes in real handy.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

looks like it

@scrapguy6816 5 жыл бұрын

Good information. Thanks.

@rodneyambrose140 5 жыл бұрын

I apreacieate your honesty on things you test.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

I try

@hammer9390 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bryan. I had a bad opinion of Magnesium Fire Starters; not sure why. I'm glade you made the video and changed my mind.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

I did too and I don't know why either. Probably because it seemed a little tedious.

@nickw3657 5 жыл бұрын

Check out a real DOAN Magnesium Bar that's issued to the USAF. $14... These cheap ones are Tin, Aluminum, and Magnesium... It should shave off in strips not small flakes.

@RockyBilly40cal60 5 жыл бұрын

Carry a spare ferro rod to use with those, the ones on the block usually fall off and are lost. Great video.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@g.rodriguez7445 5 жыл бұрын

Not in my experience...

@jwatson15 5 жыл бұрын

That happened to me. I just glued a big wooden bead on one end for a handle and but the rod in a separate smaller fire kit.

@firstgoinpostal 5 жыл бұрын

I have edc'd several different brands of those on my keyring,and the ferro rod always comes unglued and becomes lost. They work well otherwise. It's best though to carry one in a pouch,pocket,or in place of the sharpener on a knife sheath.

@ihateeverything9887 2 жыл бұрын

I keep mine inside a backpacking setup that I have I also always keep a few single use super glue pouches not only for gluing cuts but incase something like this happens.

@ScottWorthington 5 жыл бұрын

The late, great, Chief Dan George. One my favorite movies and he was spot on. I used a Coghlan's bar like that. Worked okay. I've read that some of the cheaper ones aren't pure magnesium and don't work wel, or even not at all. The way yours shaved, I think it's probably cut with another metal. Knowing the Chinese, probably lead. Glad it worked for ya. Definitely a good option in wet conditions. Thank you for sharing, Brian.

@billsummy2412 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video gonna have to get me a couple ! thank you :-)

@Eldofarmboy 5 жыл бұрын

Very handy little gadget to have around

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Indeed.

@sasisopinkobayashi222 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks great information

@morgan10152 5 жыл бұрын

Very sound advice. When you think you have enough go get two or three times more. Part of your success was making a nice pile of shavings. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the great work.

@erolkavlakverizon6112 3 жыл бұрын

Lone Watie said that...excellent statement. Great video. I have my original magnesium fire started, over 30 years old, still works.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@steveowens398 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I've got a few of these things and they do work pretty well. Throw a couple of hard candies in whatever pouch you keep this in - something to help ward off the chill while you get your fire going.

@andyhiett2734 3 жыл бұрын

How do hard candies ward off chill?

@steveowens398 3 жыл бұрын

@@andyhiett2734 You could use any kind of sugar. Hard candies are cheap and easy to carry. Your body burns the sugar pretty much immediately as energy, helping to maintain your core temperature while you go about getting that fire started. I'm assuming you've done some climbing/hiking/hunting and need the fuel.

@andyhiett2734 3 жыл бұрын

@@steveowens398 oh ok. Gotcha. I always like to keep a little baggie of deer jerky to chew on if I need a quick "warm me up" while I'm hunting or camping.

@WoodKnock01 5 жыл бұрын

They work very well !!!! I came across I fire flair made by Orion you did a vid about 5 to 6 years ago!!! That goes in my fire 🔥 kit when I go on backpacking trips !!!

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

No scraping required on that one.

@menirodriguez5175 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Alot..for your. Help

@garyb8186 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought one from harbor freight wed, I'm glad I found this video. just subscribed.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gary

@therugburnz 2 жыл бұрын

If you drill another hole or two in the bloc, you can scrape the magnesium flakes by "drilling" with a knife. Also, scrape some magnesium in advance into the case you keep the fire maker device in. Put the powder in a pieces of waxed paper & TP. practice a few times before relying on it. When proficient carry it and a butane lighter.

@bossdog1480 Жыл бұрын

OR just carry a butane lighter. 😁

@fishing_With_Vic Жыл бұрын

Man I’ve loved fire since I was 4 even tho my house burned down I just love camping and the outdoors so much I can’t stand but love fire!

@Shane-Singleton 3 жыл бұрын

I picked one of these up a few years back. Think it was actually branded by Coleman. Not going to lie it works pretty well. If you have some damp tinder the magnesium should get it started. It's a little tedious to scrape all that stuff off but it's inexpensive and it works. Never hurts to have backup options. Especially for only a few $.

@user-zr6pl6nb6z 6 ай бұрын

Why do you need to say "not going to lie"?

@Shane-Singleton 6 ай бұрын

@@user-zr6pl6nb6z it's just a colloquialism

@burrusaga Жыл бұрын

Great video it does work 👍

@cillaloves2fish688 5 жыл бұрын

Thx Bryan! I had one of thoz but no idea where it is now... I use a Ferro rod.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

me too

@Charlielizard 5 жыл бұрын

Not bad. I bought a couple and used old 1/4 inch bit with drill press on very slow speed to fill up couple of old waterproof pill bottles with shavings. One other pill bottle has ferro rods and strikers. Just a plan ahead thing to save time. Works fantastic. Keep drill speed slow to prevent friction.

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Good idea

@markjulian2037 5 жыл бұрын

Had one for years. Wouldn't be without it.

@briansc5148 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video. Great video for the first couple of moments when I thought you were Eric Clapton :)

@MichaelR58 5 жыл бұрын

Brian, thanks for sharing

@SurvivalOnPurpose 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@jessie97 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it's good to have a couple of them.

@anotherboredgenius283 5 жыл бұрын

glad you posted this, brian. i, too buy the harbor freight "magnesium" starters when they go on sale. i've never had luck with any of the cheapie magnesium blocks (doan's does work great btw), but what i do is: put that block in a vice and then knock out the little ferro rod with a center punch, small phillips, etc... i put one in pretty much every bag own. i even have one in my wallet. it's not my primary ferro, but it makes an amazing backup rod and they take up hardly any space at all... HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, EVERYONE!