How To Make A Fire Using Flint And Steel

الخميس، 27 يونيو 2019

By Kevin Davis


Fire is one of the most important elements around the world. Almost everything moves around fire. Making fire before is tricky. Going into camping without lighters is a challenging process when building a fire. By using flint stones, the process of building one is not as easy as it sounds. However, if you have a flint and steel, then there are no reasons why you cannot a start a fire for your trip.

To consistently begin starting fires with these basic tools, it will take some practice. Once a person has memorized and take the techniques down and have an understanding on the equipment anyone will be capable of building their own. To start the process, there are at least three items or equipment to have which includes char cloth, the steel and flint stones.

It does not matter if the area is cold, hot, sunny or rainy, this material will light even on worst days. Individuals can just scrape off the excess water and voila, it can light up again. There is no problem as long as the tinder is dry and not wet. Using a lighter or match during rainy season will bring more trouble than its worth.

The steel that will be used for striking the stone has to be high level in carbon steels. Individuals who are do it yourselfers can make their very own striker by using anything that is high carbon steels or an old file. There are additional steps or process that has to be followed if people want to create their own. If you want to take the easy route, then purchasing a striker will suffice.

A real flint will not spark. But the pressure that is exerted in the steels will cause a peel and starts to ignite. As soon the ignition begins, it will be very hot that you will not be able to touch it any longer. That energy will warm the metal. When all the force will be strike downward, then it will make a spark.

The best thing about using flint stones and steel is that you are making a connection with nature. This connects you from the primary element of survival and life. This type of connection is a direct one which is good for the soul, body, heart and mind. There is no other better way than going into camping by using the same things that old people does.

Tinder is another component when making fire with this process. Tinder is a combustible material that is relatively easy to light. If the tinder is big, wet or even damp, it would not light. It does not matter how many sparks the equipment will make, it will be useless for creating the fire.

There are many ways to set up the tools. Gather pile of materials altogether and create a structure that is like a birds nest. Individuals will have to strike the stone with the strikers in order for the sparks to be caught on the char cloth. Once there is a visible flame, keep putting tinder on the flame.

Fire making is one of the most difficult things to do especially if a person has no idea about the process. Going outdoors especially in woods or rainforest, making a fire is essential to heat yourself and cook your food. Therefore, it is crucial to know the basics of creating fires.




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