I have been using the Light My Fire fire starter for some time now. It produces strong sparks, making it easy to start a fire even in worse conditions. It takes up very little space, is lightweight, and handy. It's a permanent part of my gear for every trip and has never let me down. I definitely recommend it.
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Light My Fire FireSteel 2.0 BioScout Orange
Original Swedish magnesium flint generates a significant spray of sparks. Resistant to moisture, durable for extended use. Perfect for survival excursions, and its compact size allows it to easily fit in a pocket or backpack.
Built-in whistle, handle made of eco-friendly materials
Fitted with a whistle, the flint includes a magnesium rod capable of approximately 3000 ignitions. The flint handles are crafted using environmentally friendly plastic by the manufacturer.
Main features
- magnesium flint
- produces a large stream of sparks
- resistant to moisture
- provides about 3000 ignitions
- includes a built-in whistle
- handle crafted from eco-friendly materials
Technical data
Color: orange
Dimensions: 77 x 25 x 15 mm
Material:
- stainless steel,
- magnesium rod,
- biodegradable plastic,
- nylon.
Weight: 37 g
Manufacturer: Light My Fire, Sweden
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Light My Fire is a Swedish brand present on the market since 1995, which initially gained recognition thanks to the natural MayaSticks fire starter imported from Guatemala. A breakthrough moment was the development of a magnesium fire starter inspired by Swedish army equipment — a product that quickly became an essential part of the gear of outdoor and survival enthusiasts. In 2005, the company introduced the MealKit set together with the iconic spork — a universal utensil combining 3 functions in one tool, which achieved global bestseller status and became an icon of the brand. Light My Fire products, designed and largely manufactured in Sweden, stand out for solid workmanship and distinctive, functional design. The Spork even became part of NASA equipment as a practical tool used during space missions. Today, the brand is available in more than 50 countries, promoting an active lifestyle and a passion for discovering nature.
| Weight | 37 g |
|---|---|
| Main color | Orange |
| Dimensions | 77 x 25 x 15 mm |
| Emergency whistle | Yes |
| Cord | Yes |
| Rod material | Magnesium alloy |
| Spark igniter | Yes |
| EAN | 7331423011476 |
| Manufacturer code | 2111110310 |
| Brand | Light My Fire |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 91
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A brand known for its quality equipment, and the fire steel is a perfect example. Reliable and sturdy, it produces large, beautiful white sparks when used with my bushcraft knife. I chose it in red so I wouldn’t lose it and could find it more easily. I recommend it.
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After rather poor experiences with cheaper fire starters, I decided to try this one because I remembered that a friend used to use it – it was a great choice. The fire starter produces a lot of sparks, which fully met my expectations, even when trying to start a fire in the rain. I definitely recommend it.
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A solid fire starter – its small size makes it great as a backup for a waist bag or pocket. It generates sparks well with the included striker; there's no need to use a knife like with other models where the striker is just an accessory. I recommend this product.
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The Light My Fire FireSteel 2.0 BioScout Orange is a gadget that's really worth having with you – it's compact, lightweight, and does its job perfectly. The sparks are very intense, so you can easily start a fire even in bad weather. The whistle integrated into the handle is a useful feature that can be important in the field. The tool fits well in your hand and doesn't slip during use. In summary – it's a simple and reliable tool that gives you a sense of safety and readiness.
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The fire starter sparks great, it is durable and comfortable to use, and the whistle is exceptionally loud. I have no complaints, it's an excellent product that I can wholeheartedly recommend – it is really worth buying.
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The Light My Fire fire starter is equipment worth having with you in any situation—especially the FireSteel 2.0 BioScout model made a great impression on me. It is very durable—the thick core provides powerful sparks, and the whole design fits well in the hand, regardless of whether I'm wearing gloves or my hands are wet. The bioplastic handle is slightly rough, which makes it easy to hold even during precise movements. In terms of functionality, it works excellently—it produces very hot, numerous sparks, which easily ignite cotton, dry grass, tinder, or well-prepared birch bark. Compared to cheaper models, the difference in spark quality is significant. The additional notched metal piece works surprisingly well, although if needed, you can also use the edge of a knife. The entire construction is lightweight, compact, and easy to slip into a pocket, fanny pack, backpack, or hang around your neck. The lanyard connecting the parts is strong and flexible. An extra feature is the built-in whistle—it won’t replace a professional signal device, but in an emergency, it produces a loud, clear sound. The red color is highly visible, which is useful if the fire starter falls on the ground or gets lost among your belongings. It’s a reliable source of fire, perfect for camping, hiking, EDC kits, or bushcraft. It works reliably, which is what I value most on my trips. Highly recommended!
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The firestarter creates a lot of sparks and works great for starting a fire. I've used it several times already and it still looks like new. The sparks are intense, so you can get a fire going quickly. I definitely recommend this product. Even though I’m just starting out with fire-making, I had no difficulties.
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Very good fire starter – compact, lightweight, and solid. It works great for camping, bushcraft, and as part of emergency EDC gear. It produces a strong spark, easily ignites tinder, cotton, or dry grass, even when it's damp. The bioplastic handle fits well in the hand, and the included whistle is a practical bonus. After several uses, there are practically no signs of wear, which proves the high quality of the rod. It's worth having this fire starter with you because it works even when matches or a lighter fail.
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The fire starter is functional, lightweight, and produces a lot of hot sparks. Well-shaped finger grooves make it easy to hold the device.
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The Light My Fire FireSteel 2.0 BioScout Cocoshell fire starter is a great choice for people who love trips to the woods or mountains. It's very handy, doesn't take up much space, and you can always have it with you just in case.
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A very good fire starter for everyday carry and outdoor trips! FireSteel 2.0 BioScout provides a strong spark, works even after getting wet, and is comfortable to hold. It is lightweight, solid, and offers eco-friendly solutions.
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Solid fire starter, although the scraper could be better, but overall everything works as it should. It has a whistle and I managed to buy it on promotion, which is an additional plus. The color is nice, but if you lose it in the forest, it might be hard to find.
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This fire starter is excellent, it's among the very best in Poland. It gives solid sparks, fits perfectly in hand, and the color is interesting and pleasing to the eye. The price is low compared to the very good quality.
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A very good fire starter, one of the best I've used. Fits perfectly in the hand, does not slip, and the striker produces a strong and large shower of sparks. I am very satisfied and can recommend this fire starter.
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