I actually do have a vial of those around. I've never tried them out before but I do like what I've heard. Again, it came down to a quality vs quantity. The NATO lifeboat matches are much thicker then my stike anywheres, and I do like the prospect of being able to light a match without a special striker.

Can lifeboat matches be lit on any old match striker, or is the one on the lid of the vial special?

What does everyone else think, not just for my PSK but in general. In a limited amount of space, which are the best matches to use, keeping in mind that you can carry fewer lifeboat matches but the overall quality is arguably better?