I have used an uncoated hack saw blade for decades. I used it to prepare my rod with the serrated side, removing all coating and creating a serrated surface on the rod. Once prepped, I use the flat edge of the blade to throw spark. I use the flex of the blade to my advantage, and do not have to apply the same pressure but produce a multiple of times more spark. I have a whole bunch of old uncoated hack saw blades still left. I break them to size. To pack, I put a wood spine on the serrated side to protect from abrasion, but this reduces the flex... So pin-n-pull. Try it. You might like it.
I knew a retired Green Beret that worked for a animal company. One of the hardest things to be...thats not including any of the actions. I'll take a Green Berets knowledge over any other human on this planet. Not even survivorman
OK wow as a person who has done many many days and weeks out in the northern Ontario bush ... you nailed it and even show this old dawg a few tricks thank you
A whole bunch of information in a short video! "BUT" when you paid homage to the A 10 told me a whole bunch about who you are!!! Gonna Subscribe! THANKS
I use the spine of the nail file on my multitool as a striker. I get the best and most consistent sparks from it. Plus I never use it for anything else so I decided it was best to get some use with it and keep my knives in tip top shape. One thing that worries me about it though, is that I might be taking too much of the feroserium off each time I strike it.
Learning from an expert with real world experience in the military and bushcraft, couldn't have a better teacher. Great channel. Love and respect from UK. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
Always well-presented. Efficient delivery once again. Most of all, I love the B/W outtakes. Any one can can seem cool with proper editing but this video definitely has more levity.
You had me at A-10. I grew up in Tucson, AZ watching A-10s fly low level over my backyard on approach to Davis-Monthan AFB. Hearing it on your channel brought me right back. Great content, keep it up! Thank you for your service and teaching us.
Welcome home. Getting back in touch with nature and using what's around my property has been a huge peace. This is the best Ferro video I've come across from a civvies point of view. Thanks for sharing for us that havnt had the chance to learn first hand yet!
At last! Someone who knows how to use a ferrorod! Love the one-handed tips, that’s a valuable train of thought that everyone should consider and practice.
The one arm method was especially good to know ... some earlier survivalists/preppers would note if you could only use one arm due to injury that this was a down-side of a ferro rod ... great video !
THANKS , GREY BEARDED DRAGON- I AM PLANNING ON A LONG JOURNEY WITH MY 21 HIMALAYAN MOTORCYCLE.. AND WILL ADD THIS KNOWLEDGE FROM YOU WITH MY NEWLY PURCHASED FERRO ROD . EAGLE-SAN IN CO.
I have found the 8 inch Uberleben rod to be a hard rod Josh. Just brought one because of all the hype. I have a Nathan 4071, erik x, bayite and ebay chinese rod. All 6" x 1/2" rods which are all soft rods. I find harder rods need a different technique with a good 90° spine or striker. Great video and Techniques. Thanks again Josh. Jas from New Zealand 🇳🇿 💥💥💥💥💥🔥🔥😊😝🤘💯
Something i found a while back from a channel here on TH-cam (i don't remember who so I can't give credit) is the Corona tool blade sharpener. It's a metal rod with a carbide bit attached so you can sharpen gardening tools. The carbide is significantly stronger than steel scraper and has a large 90 degree edge. It works better than any steel scraper and it also functions as a knife sharpener in a pinch.
@@TonyGillis Yeah..he probably just edited out something and uploaded it again. Btw I do not mind watching it again . And while I believe I have heard and know most from before, I think it is nice to bookmark this as a thorough walk-trough to share with others who wants to learn more.
I use a multitude of ferro rods but my edc ferro is a blast match because it can be used with one hand being a spring loaded rod with a built in striker blade
I always believed that the pin and pull method was so as not to whack your tinder away but the point mentioned that there is more constant, direct sparking closer to the ignition target makes it even more the better choice.
Mr GBGB, I am a long time sub over at Corporals Corner. He gave you a shout out so checked out your channel. After a few views, I am now one of your subs. All the best to you and the corporal; who apparently is taking a break from his channel. Thanks Hat.
Awesome information! I think you covered PRETTY much everything, but, one thing that is NEVER emphasized enough,by anyone. Practice, practice, practice!!!
What a beautiful and informative video. You've covered a lot of important techniques, both with the rod and the kindling. I thought I knew it all but I've learned something today. Thank you!
I actually bought something like 7-8 different Uberleben fero rods after watching your last video on fero rods. I've practiced your one handed technique too. It works well, especially with a good sharp spine on your knife. I actually carry the three inch hexigon one that has the scraper with leather string attaching it. I have started many camp fires, and many other things with the few fero rods I've used already. I also loved them so much that I bought backups, lol. Thanks for the info!!😎🇺🇸🦅👊💪
I like the knife in the crook of the knee technique for one handed use. For emergencies everyone should have a ferro rod and know how to use it. But also for emergencies, it doesn’t hurt to have a lighter and a block of waxed sawdust. My philosophy is that ferro rod and even traditional flint and steel are amazing to practice for camping. It’s so satisfying to make a fire that way. But if you are in an emergency and you can start a fire the fastest way possible with an accelerant then use it.
Thank you Sir for your video. I have been trying to teach my 16yr old granddaughter on some Bushcraft fire starting and shelter building. I'm no expert but I just do not want her to depend on someone to do this for her. With this video it will help her to understand it. Thank you again. Have a good one.
Thank you for your awesome video. I just found your channel a couple days ago and am binge watching. Love the very understandable and informative information. As someone who's unfortunately just now learning these basics, this is a tremendous help! Thank you for your service to our country and thank you for the awesome videos that you provide.
I know how to use the ferro rods and have one in my backpack, and my day bag for emergency use and your video is so educational on shows us how to use this valuable tool.
As always, great video. Thx for taking the time to do these videos, I greatly appreciate it. Been camping in my backyards on weekends, got a solar fire started yesterday. I've also working on tinder processing and ferro rod techniques as well. It as been way too long since I've done this last, nice to get out and get some more practice going. Thanks again Josh!!!
I live in central California where there’s current flooding going on and am buying resources here and there like rope, tape, machetes and ferro rods. This video was much need 🙏 big thanks!
Your videos are extremely informative and useful. I especially like your easy, accessible style. You say you're not a You Tube type but I think you are a superb presenter of much valuable data. Please continue your good work.
You good Sir have the most valueable channel about the outsoors/bushcraft/survival topic hands down, at least for me personally. So thank You very much for all the effort, I've already learned a lot from You and can't wait to learn more! Kudos & love! :) TC
Want to comment... I just passed this video on to my little brother and when I was describing it I made the comment that you are one of the few people on TH-cam world I would trust passing your videos on to loved ones when I am unable to show them myself. Nothing I have ever seen you do has made me roll my eyes. Thank you for your time and your videos.
Excellent breakdown and process for ferrorod lighting techniques. A group class a couple of years back was spreading tinder everywhere instead of igniting fire, which convinced me to teach the pin and pull method instead,. Pin and pull works like a dream and I'll be teaching that this weekend on snow.
This channel is so genuine yet so underrated, you deserve more views.
No kidding, I love this channel!!!
It's been on my subscribed list
I totally agree 💯
Agreed
I totally agree!!
I have used an uncoated hack saw blade for decades. I used it to prepare my rod with the serrated side, removing all coating and creating a serrated surface on the rod. Once prepped, I use the flat edge of the blade to throw spark. I use the flex of the blade to my advantage, and do not have to apply the same pressure but produce a multiple of times more spark. I have a whole bunch of old uncoated hack saw blades still left. I break them to size. To pack, I put a wood spine on the serrated side to protect from abrasion, but this reduces the flex... So pin-n-pull. Try it. You might like it.
"There's no substitute for actual experience"... That's one of my life mottos...
This is the most detailed instruction i have ever seen on how to properly use a ferrocerium rod. Thank you!
if I'm not mistaken, the A-10 was originally designed to spread happiness.
Indeed it was.😎🇺🇸🦅👊💪
I knew a retired Green Beret that worked for a animal company. One of the hardest things to be...thats not including any of the actions. I'll take a Green Berets knowledge over any other human on this planet. Not even survivorman
My parents live near Selfridge Air National Guard. The A-10s come down their driveway at about 300 feet. My happy place.
So amazing techniques and such a nice person. Kind of Keanu Reeves of the forest.
OK wow as a person who has done many many days and weeks out in the northern Ontario bush ... you nailed it and even show this old dawg a few tricks thank you
A whole bunch of information in a short video! "BUT" when you paid homage to the A 10 told me a whole bunch about who you are!!! Gonna Subscribe!
THANKS
I use the spine of the nail file on my multitool as a striker. I get the best and most consistent sparks from it. Plus I never use it for anything else so I decided it was best to get some use with it and keep my knives in tip top shape. One thing that worries me about it though, is that I might be taking too much of the feroserium off each time I strike it.
Glad to meet you! Enjoying the video , coming to you thanks to the Corporals Corner!😃👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸thanks for the great details! That really helps a lot!
Man every time I think I’ve got a decent skill set I see another new “nugget” from you that makes me question everything
Ferro rod is the basic important tools for living in the rural areas.matches and lighter are not available sometimes.watching here in the philippines
Learning from an expert with real world experience in the military and bushcraft, couldn't have a better teacher. Great channel. Love and respect from UK. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
Always well-presented. Efficient delivery once again. Most of all, I love the B/W outtakes. Any one can can seem cool with proper editing but this video definitely has more levity.
You had me at A-10. I grew up in Tucson, AZ watching A-10s fly low level over my backyard on approach to Davis-Monthan AFB. Hearing it on your channel brought me right back. Great content, keep it up! Thank you for your service and teaching us.
Welcome home. Getting back in touch with nature and using what's around my property has been a huge peace. This is the best Ferro video I've come across from a civvies point of view. Thanks for sharing for us that havnt had the chance to learn first hand yet!
At last! Someone who knows how to use a ferrorod! Love the one-handed tips, that’s a valuable train of thought that everyone should consider and practice.
Very good teacher. This may become my favorite channel. Thanks so much.
A-10 dedicated close air support, us old gray infantry types feel the same way about the old Skyraider...
The one arm method was especially good to know ... some earlier survivalists/preppers would note if you could only use one arm due to injury that this was a down-side of a ferro rod ... great video !
I showed my two kids and my buddy's son last weekend! 3 kids, 3 fires in the snow very happy practice!
Wow, I get it. Tinder processing and less than 3 Thanks for all. I definitely need to practice this to enjoy the outdoors even better.
THANKS , GREY BEARDED DRAGON- I AM PLANNING ON A LONG JOURNEY WITH MY 21 HIMALAYAN MOTORCYCLE.. AND WILL ADD THIS KNOWLEDGE FROM YOU WITH MY NEWLY PURCHASED FERRO ROD . EAGLE-SAN IN CO.
I have found the 8 inch Uberleben rod to be a hard rod Josh. Just brought one because of all the hype. I have a Nathan 4071, erik x, bayite and ebay chinese rod. All 6" x 1/2" rods which are all soft rods. I find harder rods need a different technique with a good 90° spine or striker. Great video and Techniques. Thanks again Josh. Jas from New Zealand 🇳🇿 💥💥💥💥💥🔥🔥😊😝🤘💯
Well done. Wife took away a welth of info from this. Thank you.
Something i found a while back from a channel here on TH-cam (i don't remember who so I can't give credit) is the Corona tool blade sharpener. It's a metal rod with a carbide bit attached so you can sharpen gardening tools. The carbide is significantly stronger than steel scraper and has a large 90 degree edge. It works better than any steel scraper and it also functions as a knife sharpener in a pinch.
Great skills course right there. You see so many people on YT doin the knuckle buster and trying to stop before punching the tinder pile.
Can’t wait for your book
hmmm got this video in my TH-cam feed last week, but now it is here "as a new video" again
Same here. I was thinking I had a serious case of deja vu. Lol
@@TonyGillis Yeah..he probably just edited out something and uploaded it again. Btw I do not mind watching it again . And while I believe I have heard and know most from before, I think it is nice to bookmark this as a thorough walk-trough to share with others who wants to learn more.
@@HUZ9k3s5w yeah. His videos are good, and have good replay value. I don’t mind watching them multiple times either.
Thank you so much Sir for your service AND... THIS information in actually life changing for me.. I will NEVER forget.. THANK YOU!
I think you made an excellent teaching video, Thank you.
I use a multitude of ferro rods but my edc ferro is a blast match because it can be used with one hand being a spring loaded rod with a built in striker blade
Great informative video,…..however the A-10 comment really made me smile !
Great instructional video!!! Thanks for sharing brother 👍
One handed techniques- very valuable for the older and ailing ( arthritis, gout etc) of us❤
This is the best video I’ve seen on fire starting yet please keep making videos
I always believed that the pin and pull method was so as not to whack your tinder away but the point mentioned that there is more constant, direct sparking closer to the ignition target makes it even more the better choice.
Mr GBGB, I am a long time sub over at Corporals Corner. He gave you a shout out so checked out your channel. After a few views, I am now one of your subs. All the best to you and the corporal; who apparently is taking a break from his channel. Thanks Hat.
Excellent information! Thank you for sharing.
Awesome information! I think you covered PRETTY much everything, but, one thing that is NEVER emphasized enough,by anyone. Practice, practice, practice!!!
Very well presented, thank you sir!
Great tip! Magnesium works great too.
Thank you for your service👍🏻and the great info♥️✌🏻
This is a great instructional video. I Love it. Keep up the great work.
Thank you for awesome video bro. Semper fi. Feather sticks are so cool. And ferol rod tips are so helpful.
Great job explaining everything . thank you
Your technique really helps, thank you!
Hats off to you Sir. You ROCK!
Thanks! That was very comprehensive
Thank you for your service and for sharing your knowledge with us.
Great advice and you explain very well. Thank you! 👍
Excellent tips! Thank you for being methodical and explaining the different scenarios so we can be better prepared.
What a beautiful and informative video. You've covered a lot of important techniques, both with the rod and the kindling. I thought I knew it all but I've learned something today. Thank you!
Thanks for your time. Worth every minute.
Thank you so much for excellent display of proper and effective technique.
Well dang I was practicing your techniques and lost my Ferrell rod in my front yard will have to wait until the am to find it!
Excellent information.
I now understand the difference in the techniques.
Brilliant Instruction.
Luv the A-10! It often flies low over the ranch making coyotes howl.
Really appreciate the effort put into these instructional videos. I share these a lot. Thanks Josh!
Your still the man ....love watching you I learn so much from you thank you brother.
Nice knowledge drop GB. Keep on keepin on
A-10 flies over....freedom is heard.
For real though, this was great information man.
Thanks for the best instructional video on this subject I have ever seen.
I actually bought something like 7-8 different Uberleben fero rods after watching your last video on fero rods. I've practiced your one handed technique too. It works well, especially with a good sharp spine on your knife. I actually carry the three inch hexigon one that has the scraper with leather string attaching it. I have started many camp fires, and many other things with the few fero rods I've used already. I also loved them so much that I bought backups, lol. Thanks for the info!!😎🇺🇸🦅👊💪
Thanks... you you showed is going to help a lot.
Always great information 🤘
I like the knife in the crook of the knee technique for one handed use. For emergencies everyone should have a ferro rod and know how to use it. But also for emergencies, it doesn’t hurt to have a lighter and a block of waxed sawdust. My philosophy is that ferro rod and even traditional flint and steel are amazing to practice for camping. It’s so satisfying to make a fire that way. But if you are in an emergency and you can start a fire the fastest way possible with an accelerant then use it.
A lot of very good info. Thanks!
I love this video! It’s so educational,wish I could take one of your survival classes.
I have injoyed seeing your instructions i thank it is a very needed thang
Great summary of important knowledge!
Thank you Sir for your video. I have been trying to teach my 16yr old granddaughter on some Bushcraft fire starting and shelter building. I'm no expert but I just do not want her to depend on someone to do this for her. With this video it will help her to understand it. Thank you again. Have a good one.
Very well done!
Thank you for your awesome video. I just found your channel a couple days ago and am binge watching. Love the very understandable and informative information. As someone who's unfortunately just now learning these basics, this is a tremendous help! Thank you for your service to our country and thank you for the awesome videos that you provide.
Learned something valuable thank you.
Fantastic video!!! Also this video feels like a rebuttal to Blackscout Survival's latest ferro-rod video 😆
Thanks for sharing your knowledge/skills!
I know how to use the ferro rods and have one in my backpack, and my day bag for emergency use and your video is so educational on shows us how to use this valuable tool.
So much helpful information here! THANKS! :D
Thanks. I will use this to teach the kids.
Thanks for teaching me. I'm very new to this
As always, great video. Thx for taking the time to do these videos, I greatly appreciate it. Been camping in my backyards on weekends, got a solar fire started yesterday. I've also working on tinder processing and ferro rod techniques as well. It as been way too long since I've done this last, nice to get out and get some more practice going. Thanks again Josh!!!
I love your content.
And yes. Salute to the A-10
I learned something today. I need to work on my ferro rod technique lol. Thanks! Great informative vid!
Most useful and genuine skills and explanation! Thanks, from Korea.
I live in central California where there’s current flooding going on and am buying resources here and there like rope, tape, machetes and ferro rods. This video was much need 🙏 big thanks!
Thanks green beret for the video it as helped me understand more about tinder and technique for survival and camping..from the uk🇬🇧🇺🇸🙏🏻
You are amaizing, Joshua^_^ thx for what you doing
Your videos are extremely informative and useful. I especially like your easy, accessible style. You say you're not a You Tube type but I think you are a superb presenter of much valuable data. Please continue your good work.
You good Sir have the most valueable channel about the outsoors/bushcraft/survival topic hands down, at least for me personally. So thank You very much for all the effort, I've already learned a lot from You and can't wait to learn more! Kudos & love! :) TC
Want to comment... I just passed this video on to my little brother and when I was describing it I made the comment that you are one of the few people on TH-cam world I would trust passing your videos on to loved ones when I am unable to show them myself. Nothing I have ever seen you do has made me roll my eyes. Thank you for your time and your videos.
Love your work Brother,I’m learning so much from you,thank you so much. From Ireland, The Irish Mountain Man
Mate you are a legend! Thanks heaps 🙂. Subbed and liked 👍cheers from Australia
Excellent breakdown and process for ferrorod lighting techniques. A group class a couple of years back was spreading tinder everywhere instead of igniting fire, which convinced me to teach the pin and pull method instead,. Pin and pull works like a dream and I'll be teaching that this weekend on snow.
Thank you so much. That technique of pulling the rod is so much more effective than anything I've been doing.
Outstanding
Thank you Sir. very detailed and instructional. Knowledge is power for several.
Stoked about a free course on this.