I heard a story once of a group of people who learned to make a fire with a bow and drill but in the field when they were "dropped off" to test their skills, they went a week without fire because it was not as easy as when they were in a more controlled environment.<br><br>I, like Chris, carry several ways to make fire. A tool that will cut down to dry wood if everything is soaked is a must too. That's why I believe in a good fixed blade. <br><br>That aside I think the bow and drill is a facinating way to make a fire.