I agree here with most of the opinions, the metal plate is really lousy and that deserves one star down, apart from that there is nothing to complain about. The most important thing is to have good kindling.
Mil-Tec Fire Steel Large Flint
Firesteel equipped with a 9 mm diameter ferrocerium rod, producing a powerful shower of sparks at 3000 degrees C. Reliable in extreme weather conditions such as rain, wind, and at high elevations. The firesteel can ignite a gas stove, backpacking stove, or campfire, providing essential warmth and enabling meal preparation when away from home.
Convenient to carry, enough for 3000 kindling
A robust plastic handle ensures durability. Measuring 95 mm in length, the firesteel’s compact dimensions allow easy storage in a pants pocket or backpack.
Designed for reliability, the firesteel provides approximately 3,000 ignitions.
Set elements
Included in the kit is a serrated metal striking plate and a paracord pendant serving as a sparking device.
Main features
- Simple to operate
- Lightweight and compact design
- Operates reliably even in wet conditions
- Highly efficient—sufficient for producing up to 3000 kindling fires
- Firesteel and striker are attached with a cord
Technical data
Composition: iron-cerium alloy
Color of handle: olive
Size specifications:
- Total length: 95 mm
- Length of rod: 65 mm
- Rod diameter: 9 mm
Mass: 48 g
Producer: Mil-Tec, Germany
Militaria.pl is the official distributor of Mil-Tec.
Mil-Tec is a brand created by Sturm Handels GmbH, which has specialized in the production and distribution of outdoor and tactical clothing and gear since 1971. Drawing on experience in working with military surplus while also developing its own modern solutions - such as the Phantomleaf® civilian camouflage line - the company has earned a reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality gear at an attractive price. The brand maintains ethical standards in the countries of production, actively supporting the "Social Fair" initiative. An interesting part of the offer is the range of replicas of historical uniforms and military equipment, appreciated by collectors and reenactors.
| Weight | 48 g |
|---|---|
| Main color | Olive |
| Dimensions | 95 mm |
| Cord | Yes |
| Rod material | Ferrocerium |
| EAN | 4046872182723 |
| Manufacturer code | 15274000 |
| Brand | Mil-Tec |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
The Mil-Tec Fire Steel Large receives excellent reviews from users. Customers highlight its durability, robust construction, and the large volume of sparks it generates, making fire starting quick and easy. The tool is simple to use, fits comfortably in the hand, and proves effective both outdoors and for practice, even for beginners. Its large and thick rod lasts a long time and stays reliable across many uses. Most reviews note that the included striker is of poor quality—users recommend using a knife spine or another alternative for best results. The fire steel itself works flawlessly, even in damp conditions. Considering its price-to-quality ratio, it is a very cost-effective choice, and most customers recommend it, especially for those new to survival activities.
Number of reviews: 194
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The fire starter throws sparks very well; I really like the price-to-quality ratio and its size. It is perfect as a gift for someone who has not yet had the chance to try this method of starting a fire - I recommend it.
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A fire starter is just a fire starter. It’s large, it works, and that’s what matters. It has a useful cord that you can tie somewhere. It works perfectly for lighting a fireplace. I recommend it.
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Very good, it has the right spark and is quite sizable. I give it 10/10, I have no complaints at all! It really meets expectations and is exactly as it should be. The price could be a little lower, but it's still okay.
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It really works :) the included metal plate is a bit inconvenient, but it can be replaced with, for example, a pocketknife blade. A shower of sparks easily ignited a handful of dry tinder collected in the forest.
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The fire starter is thick, not faked. The included plate is useless and should be thrown away. When used with a knife, it works well. It produces a shower of sparks. Their temperature is average. It ignites good tinder without any problems (dry cotton). With worse tinder (lignin), it's not as good. It's thick, so you can scrape a bit for worse tinder.
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Waste of money. The sparks are weak (yellow, with a good firestarter they are white) and there aren't many. It works, but it's tiring. What you can do with a good firestarter on the first try can take several minutes with this one.
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Very good firestarter, thick with a well-sparking striker. Fits well in the holders of knives such as Hultafors OK1 and OK4, Mora Bushcraft, or Garberg, so it's easy to replace when the originals wear out. And of course, the price is good. I recommend it.
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The order arrived very quickly, in just one day, and the fire starter works well for the price. The only downside is the weak metal strip included in the set, which can fortunately be replaced with a knife.
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A good firestarter that serves its purpose, not too expensive, you can easily take and use it. Sometimes you need to strike a little more, but overall it works.
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Great firesteel. Only the striker should be replaced, but the rod itself is durable, produces a large shower of sparks which easily ignites, for example, birch bark. I definitely recommend it—a small and lightweight fire source for travel.
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It serves its purpose. A plus is its size and the number of sparks it produces. I recommend it. In my opinion, it's the best-made fire starter in this store.
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It's a great fire starter at an attractive price. It quickly generates a lot of sparks; you only need to scrape off the black layer before first use. It will work perfectly for all trips and outdoor gatherings when you want to start a fire.
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An ordinary but useful fire starter. Good for trips to the forest because it is always a source of fire. You can use it with almost any metal equipment. I recommend it to anyone who likes going out into nature.
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I always wanted to have one but somehow I resisted buying something better. Some small Chinese fire starters actually work very poorly. I took a risk and bought a real fire starter. It works great, even with the original striker. The sparks are powerful and you can have a lot of fun with it. Personally, I treat it as a gadget but it's fun to play with starting a fire using this method.
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