Kombat UK Beech Handle Ferro Rod Fire Starter

Kombat UK Beech Handle Ferro Rod - Modern Fire Starting with Traditional Feel

This Kombat UK ferro rod gives you the best of both worlds - modern ferrocerium technology with a traditional beech wood handle. The 120mm beech handle feels great in your hands and gives you proper control when striking, while the ferro rod throws those hot 3,000°F sparks that'll light your tinder every time.

Ferro Rod vs Traditional Flint and Steel

Here's the difference - this ferro rod uses modern ferrocerium that creates much hotter sparks than old-school flint and steel. While traditional flint and steel scrapes off tiny steel particles that need char cloth to catch, this ferro rod throws sparks hot enough to light fine tinder directly. It's more reliable and easier to use, especially for beginners learning fire starting skills.

That Beech Wood Handle Makes All the Difference

The 120mm beech wood handle isn't just for looks - it gives you real control when you're striking. Most ferro rods come with tiny handles or just a chain, but this chunky beech handle lets you grip it properly and put some force behind each strike. Beech wood won't slip in wet hands and it's tough enough to handle years of use.

Everything You Need to Get Started

You get the ferro rod with its beech handle, plus a steel striker and cord. The 70mm steel striker is the right size for throwing good sparks, and the cord can be used for bushcraft tasks or even charred for emergency tinder. It's a complete fire starting kit that actually works when you need it.

Perfect for Learning Fire Skills

If you're getting into bushcraft or want reliable fire starting for camping, this ferro rod is spot on. It's much more forgiving than traditional flint and steel, but still teaches you proper fire starting technique. Once you've mastered this, you can always move on to more challenging traditional methods if you want.

Complete Your Fire Starting Kit

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What You're Getting

Handle: 120mm x 19mm beech wood
Ferro Rod: Ferrocerium rod for hot sparks
Steel Striker: 70mm steel striker
Weight: Just 0.1kg
Spark Temperature: Up to 3,000°F
Includes: Ferro rod, steel striker, cord

Need Some Advice?

Wylie's Outdoor World owner Drew knows his fire starting gear inside out. If you're not sure about ferro rods or need advice on fire starting techniques, give us a shout - we're always happy to help.

Common Questions

How is this different from traditional flint and steel?

This ferro rod creates much hotter sparks (3,000°F) that can light fine tinder directly, while traditional flint and steel needs char cloth or amadou to catch the cooler sparks.

Why the beech wood handle?

Most ferro rods have tiny handles or chains. This chunky beech handle gives you proper grip and control when striking - makes a huge difference.

What tinder works best?

Fine dry grass, birch bark, or commercial tinder work great. The hot sparks from ferro rods are much more forgiving than traditional methods.

Will this work in wet weather?

The ferro rod will throw sparks in any weather, but you'll still need dry tinder to catch them. Keep some in a waterproof container.