The Complete Guide To Finding And Using A Ferro Rod
A spark is an insanely powerful thing to carry in your pocket.
For most of human history, starting a fire was an epic and important challenge.
It was no laughing matter. It was serious for survival.
To combat this challenge, ancient travelers would carry embers around with them. Because it was far easier to start a fire with a smoldering ember vs creating a new one.
After all, using stones to knock out a spark IS NOT EASY.
Nor is using a stick to pop an ember out of a plank of wood. [Read more…]