The price isn't the lowest, but the product is worth it. The item is very durable. Both the fire starter and the included metal scraper are of excellent quality—the scraper isn't just a useless gadget, but actually works very well at creating sparks. An additional advantage is the bright color—it's hard to lose something orange, maybe only at the beginning of autumn this could happen. The product is practical and easy to find.
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Za-Pas Mig-Mag Flint - Orange
A flint that generates an intense stream of sparks, allowing you to light a fire quickly and effectively. Great for camping and outdoor expeditions, as well as in emergency situations. With it, you can light a gas stove, tourist stove or light a campfire, which will provide warmth and allow you to prepare a meal away from home.
Strong rod and stainless steel spark gap
The rod, measuring 9.5 x 72 mm, provides a larger surface area for striking sparks (compared to smaller models), which allows you to light a fire up to 3,000 times. The spark rod is made of high-quality stainless steel, hardened to a hardness of 56-58 HRC, and its two curved edges are designed to generate sparks. Withjust two moves, you can generate sparks of 3000 degrees Celsius, which, when in contact with the prepared fire starter, will make it possible to light a fire even in difficult conditions such as heavy frost or rain.
Small size and safety cable
The compact size of the flint makes it easy to fit in a pants pocket or backpack. The set includes a sturdy safety cord, protecting the elements from being lost.
MAIN FEATURES
- stainless steel spark gap
- rod with a wide flaring surface
- safety cord
- small dimensions
technical data
Hue: Orange
Spark igniter material: stainless steel
Spark igniter size: 50 x 12 x 1 mm
Rod size: 9.5 x 72 mm
Total length with handle: 120 mm
Mass: 49 g
Manufacturer: Za-Pas, Poland
MILITARY is a premium dealer of Za-Pas.
The family-run Za-Pas workshop has been operating on the Polish market since 2016, founded by Daniel Pabiś together with his brothers. It specializes in the production of solid, functional knives that are made entirely in Poland - from the design stage to the finished product. Each model is produced in small batches, with strong emphasis on precision workmanship. The range includes outdoor, hunting, and tactical knives, as well as complementary accessories such as sheaths, whetstones, and blades. The brand also carries out special projects, including WZ.25 Grom - a model developed by Militaria.pl in cooperation with soldiers and enthusiasts of field activities.
| Weight | 49 g |
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| Main color | Orange |
| Dimensions | 120 mm |
| Additional accessories included | Yes |
| Cord | Yes |
| Spark igniter | Yes |
| EAN | 5905413181009 |
| Brand | Za-Pas |
| EAN |
Reviews with photos
Review summary
Number of reviews: 73
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Currently, I don't know a better firestarter – this one is really great! Sparks fly in large amounts, the rod is solid, and the scraper is very sharp and efficient. I definitely recommend choosing a bright color, because it's easy to lose the firestarter in the grass, and that would be a shame.
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Many say this is the best fire starter available on the market – I agree with them. It is a strong, solid rod of proper length and an excellent scraper. I appreciate its durability and compact size, which doesn't take up much space in the backpack.
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Great firestarter, perfectly fulfills its function. The thick rod ensures long durability, so it will last for many trips. Lighting a fire became extremely easy with it. I chose the bright color version – my choice is orange, because it’s easier to find it in the forest if it gets lost.
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Very good fire starter. It produces a lot of sparks, which easily allows you to ignite the material. This is already my second purchase of this product, I am very satisfied. I definitely recommend it!
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The price is high, but it's a Polish product and... the fire starter is excellent. I think it's the best I've used, even kids can easily and quickly start a fire with it. Finally, it's a striker that doesn't require a knife – that's great. Additionally, it's a product made by a Pole for Poles, which is especially important nowadays. I sincerely recommend it.
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I've started campfires with many different fire starters, but this one is by far the best – a solid, thick rod and an amazing striker that stands out for its craftsmanship. It truly deserves applause. Thanks to this fire starter, lighting a fire is easy even for people with no experience. I highly recommend it; it's really worth it.
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Many people consider this to be the best fire starter available on the market – and I agree with them. The rod is thick, durable, has the right length, and the scraper is simply outstanding. I’m surprised that other manufacturers don’t pay attention to this and don’t make such scrapers – this one definitely stands out.
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I had heard about it before on YouTube, but I wasn't convinced. Only when I had the chance to try it during the wGotowości training did I realize it's worth having such equipment. The stick is long enough that you don't have to struggle to start a fire and it doesn't ruin what has been prepared on the bark. Definitely one of the best on the market and truly recommendable.
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This firestarter is really fantastic. The rod is solid and long, and the high-quality striker provides lots of strong sparks. It's a great Polish product, and the size of the firestarter makes it very easy to use.
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Sparks fly like during welding :) Very good purchase. Perfect for camping or as a backup fire source. Most importantly, it's a high-quality Polish product.
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This fire starter works excellently both during survival and SERE-B training and on family trips with children. It is small, well made, and easily generates strong sparks, making it easy to start a fire quickly. I value it for its reliability and the fact that it takes up almost no space in the gear. After using it a few times, I can say it is dependable equipment, highly recommended for anyone who wants a simple and practical fire lighter for an expedition.
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Very well made and a good, handy size. Not too small, not too big, just right. Easy to spot in orange if it falls in the woods.
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The Za-Pas brand fire starter is a solid rod that produces a lot of sparks with each use. The handle is sturdy and fits well in the hand, providing a secure grip even while wearing gloves. The materials used in its production are very durable, so the equipment will last through many uses. The design is simple and robust, with no unnecessary extras – it works reliably in various situations. It is truly a solid, Polish product.
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The price is quite high, but the quality makes up for it. Strong sparks easily ignite even damp birch bark. The scraper has a slightly beveled tip, which seems like a minor detail, but it makes striking and holding the fire starter much easier.
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