I actually did practice some more yesterday, again. This time I used the BSA Hot Spark. A little more difficult (due to the smaller size). I also realized if I started striking too quickly, I'd easily smother a flame on my second or third strike in quick succession.
I've made char cloth; I think it's in my BOB. Looks like some more would be a good idea. I'll try and scrounge up some twine, as most of my stuff is synthetic. Good ideas!
If your using a ferro rod then Tinder-Quick tabs or Cotton wool and vasiline are much better choices.
Char cloth is alright when you have time to play, but it's a fatally bad idea in a serious situation.
Also, pull the rod back against the striker. Most beginners make the mistake of running the striker down the rod. If you do that, and do it too hard you will strike your tinder and scatter it.
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