Originally Posted By: raptor
Originally Posted By: ironraven
That rules out candles

Actually I tried to light the candle using firesteel. I was quite surprised that it took only several strikes. But I agree that it is not the most straightforward method. Itīs good to know that it can be done in emergency though.


I can't think of a scenario where I would have candles in the wilderness. I don't have candles in my BOB, and I don't take candles camping. My main source of light in the woods is a campfire. And if I have to stray too far away from the campfire (nature calls) I have a flashlight.

The only place I do have candles is at home, and even at home they are a last resort if for some reason my battery powered lanterns malfunction. And if I do need to light a candle at home, I have a ton of lighters that can do that.