Survival Experts always recommend at least 2 forms of fire starters or fire starting tools. Flint strikers and magnesium fire starters are extremely effective backup and even primary fire starting tools. Always reliable and effective no matter the conditions. Magnesium blocks are advantageous in that they provide combustible tinder and a flint striker in one tool.
Fire Starting Survival Gear Tip: Make sure you practice using your fire starters before being forced to use them in an emergency survival situations. Some of these tools take a lot of practice to perfect and you want to be sure you know what you're doing when it matters most.
Make sure you have gathered adequate fire tinder and established a base of kindling and plenty of fuel before attempting to ignite or start a fire.Read more fire starting tips and strategies here
