Originally Posted By: raptor
Here is quite detailed explanation - Flint and Steel Notes – Some Clarifications
by Rob Bicevskis

Originally Posted By: scafool

The magnesium is added as an oxide and is just there to make the rod more brittle so it is easier to scrape sparks off of.


Regarding Aurora firestarter that I mentioned above this is not the case. A big amount of magnesium is integrated directly into the rod so when you strike you throw chunks of burning magnesium. The magnesium is there to make it more powerful.


I will find out in a few days, when my order comes in... smile
This place sure costs me money...
I also got the super replacement scraper, but I did not get the case, as I plan to put it in a pocked of my BOB...
Did anyone notice they are making a flare launcher(?!?!) attachment for it? shocked