The reports I’ve read on other forums is that it works pretty well. It will ignite tinder that a regular fire steel won’t, since the magnesium keeps burning (unlike a firesteel that just makes sparks) it will light paper. Seems like the downsides are the striker is a bit awkward to use and the case is not to everyone’s liking.

I read that they plan on selling the rods only.

But it would be nice to get some other opinions.

Adam