Product Description
The ESEE Fire Steel is a heat-treated 1095 carbon steel fire-starting tool built for traditional flint-and-steel fire making with real flint and charred materials. Its edges also work as ferro rod strikers, and a center divot doubles as a bow drill socket. It packs into a hinged-lid container that can also be used to make char cloth.
1095 carbon steel is heat treated so it throws sparks when struck against real flint, the same principle behind fire steels used for centuries. Catch those sparks on char cloth or other charred material, and you have the start of a fire without matches or a lighter. The tool covers more than one fire method: its edges scrape a ferrocerium rod to throw hot sparks, and the center divot serves as the bearing block socket for a bow drill. The hinged-lid storage container keeps the steel packed and can be used to make char cloth or other charred materials, so you can produce your own tinder in the field.
- Material: Heat-treated 1095 carbon steel.
- Striking: Strikes against real flint, and the edges work as ferro rod strikers.
- Bow Drill: Center divot serves as a bow drill socket.
- Storage: Hinged-lid container that can also be used to make char cloth.
Ideal for: bushcrafters who want to practice traditional flint-and-steel fire making; survivalists who want one tool that supports flint, ferro rod, and bow drill fire methods; and anyone building out a fire kit for a pack or survival bag.
Order the ESEE Fire Steel (ESEE-FIRE-STEEL) from Knifeworks, with same or next business day shipping from Columbia, Louisiana.
ESEE Fire Steel: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the ESEE Fire Steel, a heat-treated 1095 carbon steel striker with a bow drill divot and hinged-lid container (ESEE-FIRE-STEEL).
What is the ESEE Fire Steel?＋
It's a heat-treated 1095 carbon steel fire-starting tool for traditional flint-and-steel fire making. Its edges also work as ferro rod strikers, its center divot works as a bow drill socket, and it comes in a hinged-lid container that can be used to make char cloth.
How does flint-and-steel fire starting work?＋
Striking the heat-treated steel against a sharp edge of real flint shaves off tiny particles of steel that ignite as sparks. You catch those sparks on char cloth or another charred material, which begins to glow, then transfer the ember to a tinder bundle and blow it into flame. Flint is not included.
Can I use it with a ferro rod or bow drill?＋
Yes. The edges of the Fire Steel work as a striker for a ferrocerium rod, scraping off hot sparks to light tinder. The center divot serves as a socket for a bow drill, giving you a hard bearing surface to hold the top of the spindle. A ferro rod and bow drill are not included.
What is the container used for?＋
The hinged-lid container holds the Fire Steel when it's packed, and it can also be used to make char cloth or other charred materials. Char cloth catches sparks easily, so being able to make it in the field keeps your flint-and-steel kit supplied.
How do I care for the Fire Steel?＋
1095 is a carbon steel, so it can rust if left wet. Wipe the steel dry after use, store it in its container, and apply a light coat of oil if you'll be storing it for a long time. Some surface wear from striking is normal.
Who provides the warranty, and where is it made?＋
Warranty coverage is provided by the manufacturer, not Knifeworks. Contact ESEE for current warranty terms and service. The ESEE Fire Steel is made in the USA.
1095 Carbon Steel · Flint & Steel · Bow Drill Divot
Start Fires the Traditional Way with the ESEE Fire Steel
A heat-treated 1095 carbon steel fire steel that strikes flint, scrapes ferro rods, and doubles as a bow drill socket, packed in a char cloth container. Questions? Our team carries these knives daily. We ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.
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Warranty Information
ESEE Warranty: Contact ESEE directly at eseeknives.com for warranty terms and service on this accessory. Knifeworks does not warranty this product independently.Specifications
| Product Type | Accessory | |
| Brand | ESEE | |
| Product Name | Fire Steel | |
| Model # | ESEE-FIRE-STEEL | |
| Material | 1095 | |
| Finish | Gray | |
| Origin | USA |
