Starting a fire with Duck tape doesn't have to be hard, you just need to know a few tips and the general principles that govern fire making with this tinder resource. Make sure and watch the whole video as I will be sharing those tips throughout. Thank you for watching! I enjoy reading your comments so be sure and leave them in the comment section below.
Great demo…..”Duck” tape can be a real pain to start without the prep you demonstrated. I instruct ferro rod fire building in our SAR academy……and am always testing new methods using different strikers as well as tinder. One of the best strikers I have found is a piece of ceramic from an inexpensive knife blade. About a 1/4 to 3/8” piece imbedded in a short dowel works extremely well. You can also find small ceramic strikers on line. Give it a try…..I think you’ll be surprised how well it works.
ps I found a great “tinder” you are NOT going to beeelieve…….and I don’t recall where I came across it…..but IT WORKS : plastic GUITAR PICKS !!! Yep……scrape the surface with a knife…..just enough to create a little “dust” and strike it with your ferro rod. I was amazed…..and laughing at the same time ! They take up absolutely no room…..and really do work !!!
James, you did this demonstration like a BOSS. I had difficulty with some of the super cheap duct tape available here in the Philippines. One"heavy-duty" brand did go for me with proper technique. It also had lots of fuzzy hairs as it was torn. I think having this tape in any kit is a great idea for its many uses. It works well in your car or truck emergency kit provided you have a dry match to ignite it. I place this fire extender in the expert column for use by only those who have practiced the ferrocerium technique you have demonstrated pre-need. Duct tape is a great fire extender only if you can get it to ignite and that will take practice with a ferro-rod. Unless you have an open flame (match, lighter etc.) this one should not be your go-to for those not willing to practice first. My two pesos worth.
Thanks for the tips . Wondered what was going . The video finished a little after the eleven minute mark . Figured you had bloopers . Right before the 15 minute mark it came back. Anyway that’s for the demonstration and a great evening
Man I appreciate the heck out of the history lesson. I am sure I am not alone in thinking that Duct Tape was it. I never knew of the Duck Tape and the time frame of both. I do like the set up with the Ferro Rod and Tape combo. Makes more sense now when I see people in videos with theirs set up like that. Thanks for the video.
The carbide sharpener is a great multitool. The 'fire cord' can be replaced with waxed braided jute twine. I use it for zipper pulls, lanyards, pack straps, rifle slings, even a ring belt. I'm a walking pile of tinder. Another great vid.
Oh, I am good at messing up my ripped off piece of duct tape, so instead of throwing it away I will now save it to start my outdoor fires...thank you so much for the info 🥰...I am now feeling like less of a klutz!
Hello James, sincere thanks for sharing this very helpful tip. You are a wealth of helpful information for the back country. All the best to you and family. 🤗
No ducks were harmed in the filming of this video! My son's tennis shoe had the rubber bottom separate almost completely off his shoe when we were 2 miles from our car in D.C . A policeman noticed and grabbed duck tape out of his car and wrapped up my son's shoe. My son was 10 and thought that was so cool! It lasted until we got home 3 days later and bought him new shoes. He wore it proudly because an officer was so kind to him.
Some very awesome important information! I kove this channel and I definitely think that tou should have a LOT more subscribers! Greetings from Finland!
I have watched this at least twice and learned something new each time. Where does someone get a striker and ferro rod like the one you have? I love your set.
I THINK YOUR AWESOME! NOW THAT I MOVED OUT OF NEW YORK CITY METRO AREA, NOW BEING IN MOUNTAINS & FOREST, I PAY "EVEN MORE ATTENTION" OF YOU! I LOVE YOU ! (LIKE A FRIEND❤) YOUR TIPS MIGHT' SAVE MY LIFE, YOU NEVER KNOW! 💋
Actually, it takes a fair amount of heat to light duct tape so tent repairs would be fine. As a matter of fact the duct tape would be a little tougher than the tent fabric.
@@WayPointSurvival lol i do have an overdramatic imagination. probably should have been a movie animator lol . but thanks for all the tips .. i will continue to keep duct tape handy in my kit and with my tarp:) it has too many uses to pass. blister pads bandaid tent repair , other repairs and tinder! i never knew the "how to' of the tinder till i saw your vid. ty!
Rick Britton, Thank you for all your DIY ideals, I learn something everytime. Thank you, please tell me where or the name of your striker or knife sharpener, I been using hacksaw blades, I really like your set up, killing two birds with one stone. Sincerely Rick from Mo, God bless you and your family
@@WayPointSurvival Thank you. Be Safe and healthy, guy's like me needs DIY projects that are very common since, like your video's, Thank you so much, your family and viewers must be so proud of you. Sincerely Rick from Mo
Hi James. New sub here. Gorilla brand is about the worst kind for adhesion, although the fabric is strong. I find the very cheapest largest rolls in the dollar store are so much more sticky. Name brand called "Tape All " 60 yds for $6 Canadian..probably $3 USD as it's an American brand. If I were to use Gorilla for strength, I'd cover it with the Tape All to keep it from coming undone. Gotta try some to know it.
Alot of duck tape and a lot of scraping of the ferro rod. I still prefer fatwood and birch bark natural fire combo. Things that are fairly easy to gather in the woods.
That's too bad. Birch bark is awesome. Every time I travel, I like to stop by a cracker Barrel restaurant they always plant ornamental birch trees with the bark literally 10 layers thick just naturally peeling off. I always stock up on a grocery bag full from just one tree while doing no harm to it. Fortunately you still have fatwood, I hope. I can usually get a fire started from just a single strike of my ferrocerium rod. Cedar bark shavings is another great fire starter. Also with the Chinese virus, people always carry alcohol sanitizers that lights a fire with a single strike. Lots of good methods, we just need to improvise and use a little imagination. But your duct tape method is great because it burns for a very long time once started.
Do you know why that sharpener causes the ridges in your ferro rod? I thought I was doing something wrong so it was good to see you have that issue also.
It's called chatter and it happens possibly because of differences in the hardness of the various metals used in the construction of the ferrocerium rod. It happens with other strikers as well not just the striker that I prefer.
WayPoint Survival Thanks for the information, a friend gave me about 50 of the Corona sharpeners to pass out to friends but I didn’t because of of that. I guess I better get busy and distribute them.😀
Never tried to light it with a ferro rod. Usually you try to light the strings etc. that are in the duck tape when you are striking it. But, electrical tape mighty work. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Your duck tape may be different but tapes used to stabilize actual heating and cooling duct work should be fire resistant according to building codes. If something is fire resistant good luck with most Ferro rods. 😆now back when I was a kid in NC we made torches from Duck brand duct tape and a big stick, lit em with a Bic. After learning about the fire resistant qualities of some of these tapes I'm sure glad I went with Gorilla tape I will have to read the labels to see if Gorilla tape is indicated for use in duct work...
Starting a fire with Duck tape doesn't have to be hard, you just need to know a few tips and the general principles that govern fire making with this tinder resource. Make sure and watch the whole video as I will be sharing those tips throughout. Thank you for watching! I enjoy reading your comments so be sure and leave them in the comment section below.
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Thank you for watching.
Great demo…..”Duck” tape can be a real pain to start without the prep you demonstrated.
I instruct ferro rod fire building in our SAR academy……and am always testing new methods using different strikers as well as tinder.
One of the best strikers I have found is a piece of ceramic from an inexpensive knife blade.
About a 1/4 to 3/8” piece imbedded in a short dowel works extremely well.
You can also find small ceramic strikers on line.
Give it a try…..I think you’ll be surprised how well it works.
ps I found a great “tinder” you are NOT going to beeelieve…….and I don’t recall where I came across it…..but IT WORKS : plastic GUITAR PICKS !!!
Yep……scrape the surface with a knife…..just enough to create a little “dust” and strike it with your ferro rod.
I was amazed…..and laughing at the same time !
They take up absolutely no room…..and really do work !!!
James, you did this demonstration like a BOSS. I had difficulty with some of the super cheap duct tape available here in the Philippines. One"heavy-duty" brand did go for me with proper technique. It also had lots of fuzzy hairs as it was torn. I think having this tape in any kit is a great idea for its many uses. It works well in your car or truck emergency kit provided you have a dry match to ignite it. I place this fire extender in the expert column for use by only those who have practiced the ferrocerium technique you have demonstrated pre-need. Duct tape is a great fire extender only if you can get it to ignite and that will take practice with a ferro-rod. Unless you have an open flame (match, lighter etc.) this one should not be your go-to for those not willing to practice first. My two pesos worth.
Thanks!
Thanks for the tips . Wondered what was going . The video finished a little after the eleven minute mark . Figured you had bloopers . Right before the 15 minute mark it came back. Anyway that’s for the demonstration and a great evening
Yes, if I remember correctly I had some editing issues with that particular video. However, information is still pretty good so I've left it up.
Man I appreciate the heck out of the history lesson. I am sure I am not alone in thinking that Duct Tape was it. I never knew of the Duck Tape and the time frame of both. I do like the set up with the Ferro Rod and Tape combo. Makes more sense now when I see people in videos with theirs set up like that. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for the kind words and for watching. ATB! James
Excellent tip.
I always have a ferro rod and duct tape so now I always have a chance at Fire.
A good reminder that it is sticky & toxic for a while.
Thank you!
The carbide sharpener is a great multitool. The 'fire cord' can be replaced with waxed braided jute twine. I use it for zipper pulls, lanyards, pack straps, rifle slings, even a ring belt. I'm a walking pile of tinder. Another great vid.
Thank you! It's good to have a lot of tinder, for sure!
Thank you James! I'll add this tip as another useful tool!
ATB Sam from Vietnam
Thanks so much, Sam!
Thanks it's a great tip, Martina from South Africa
This was an excellent video. Great technique! Thanks!😎
Outstanding brother, excellent demonstration and pointers. Always wise to have duct/duck tape on hand.
Thank you, my friend!
Another handy use for nail clippers is getting those teeny strips started easily.
Sounds good. Thank you for watching.
Oh, I am good at messing up my ripped off piece of duct tape, so instead of throwing it away I will now save it to start my outdoor fires...thank you so much for the info 🥰...I am now feeling like less of a klutz!
Thanks so much for watching and I'm glad that you enjoyed the video!
Good morning Sir! Thanks so much for another trick to make life easier or save a life !! Blessings from white lake mich🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
You are very welcome
Good tip on shredding the tape first.
Thank you!
Your weather looks a whole lot better then mine. Thanks for another informative video. Have a wonderful week and send warm weather my way.
It's actually hot here. We could use some cooler temps, I will send you some warm if you can send us some cold, lol. Thanks for watching!
You have a deal. Its 14 degrees right now
I'm not sure how warm it is this morning but I think it was 94°yesterday and it's supposed to be another hot one today.
Ótima diga Obrigado Parabéns Pela Explicação 👍👍🇧🇷
Obrigado amigo! El gusto es mio!
Hello James, sincere thanks for sharing this very helpful tip. You are a wealth of helpful information for the back country. All the best to you and family. 🤗
Thank you, my friend. I really appreciate the kind words!
thanks for this demo!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks James welcome back great video on duck tape, God Bless
Thank you!
Another good useful hack for camping. Keep up the good videos.
Thank you!
Nice tip James, have a good one mate :)
What is that thing that you have attached to your Ferro rod to strike a spark with?
It is a machete / knife sharpener made by corona.
Thanks for showing us. Take care.
You're welcome!
awesome a new one on me never thought of that.
Great, thanks for watching!
Great job brother. Very handy to know.
Thank you, Chief!
Thank you very much. God bless.
Thanks and God bless you too!
No ducks were harmed in the filming of this video!
My son's tennis shoe had the rubber bottom separate almost completely off his shoe when we were 2 miles from our car in D.C . A policeman noticed and grabbed duck tape out of his car and wrapped up my son's shoe. My son was 10 and thought that was so cool! It lasted until we got home 3 days later and bought him new shoes. He wore it proudly because an officer was so kind to him.
Yes, duck tape has many uses! The reason it was called duck tape is because it was originally an adhesive applied to a strip of duck cotton canvas.
What specifically did you use as your striker? You said it was a knife sharpener. What is the name of the product?
There is a product called speedy sharp, that's the one I started with.
Some very awesome important information! I kove this channel and I definitely think that tou should have a LOT more subscribers! Greetings from Finland!
Thank you, I really appreciate it!
Good info thanks for posting 👍😁💪🏻🇺🇸
Thanks for watching!
Duck tape vs Duct tape.
Thanks for that information
Thank you for watching, glad you found it useful.
Great video!
Thank you!
James, thanks for sharing, God bless brother ! 👍
Thank you and God bless you too!
I have watched this at least twice and learned something new each time. Where does someone get a striker and ferro rod like the one you have? I love your set.
I sell them. Thanks for watching.
I THINK YOUR AWESOME! NOW THAT I MOVED OUT OF NEW YORK CITY METRO AREA, NOW BEING IN MOUNTAINS & FOREST, I PAY "EVEN MORE ATTENTION" OF YOU! I LOVE YOU ! (LIKE A FRIEND❤) YOUR TIPS MIGHT' SAVE MY LIFE, YOU NEVER KNOW! 💋
Thank you. It's nice to know that you find the information useful.
You know...you got me thinking about what could happen to tent repairs using duct tape now ... My mind movie is not good yet comical lol
Actually, it takes a fair amount of heat to light duct tape so tent repairs would be fine. As a matter of fact the duct tape would be a little tougher than the tent fabric.
@@WayPointSurvival lol i do have an overdramatic imagination. probably should have been a movie animator lol . but thanks for all the tips .. i will continue to keep duct tape handy in my kit and with my tarp:) it has too many uses to pass. blister pads bandaid tent repair , other repairs and tinder! i never knew the "how to' of the tinder till i saw your vid. ty!
James thank you for an nother awesome viedo keep up the awesome job
Thank you, Jack!
Ótimo vídeo Parabéns muito bom isso 👍
Good use of Duct tape thanks for sharing ATB and God bless you
Thank you, brother! You too!
Nice !
Thank you!
Rick Britton, Thank you for all your DIY ideals, I learn something everytime. Thank you, please tell me where or the name of your striker or knife sharpener, I been using hacksaw blades, I really like your set up, killing two birds with one stone. Sincerely Rick from Mo, God bless you and your family
It's made by Corona Tool Co. It's called a carbide sharpener, you can find them on Amazon.
@@WayPointSurvival Thank you. Be Safe and healthy, guy's like me needs DIY projects that are very common since, like your video's, Thank you so much, your family and viewers must be so proud of you. Sincerely Rick from Mo
Thank you so much!
Who makes your ferro rod?
I like the Eric X brand.
thank u for ur vids
You're welcome, thank you for watching!
Hi James. New sub here. Gorilla brand is about the worst kind for adhesion, although the fabric is strong. I find the very cheapest largest rolls in the dollar store are so much more sticky. Name brand called "Tape All " 60 yds for $6 Canadian..probably $3 USD as it's an American brand. If I were to use Gorilla for strength, I'd cover it with the Tape All to keep it from coming undone. Gotta try some to know it.
Thanks for the heads up on the tape! And, thank you for the sub, welcome aboard!
Where did you get that striker?
They are sold as a carbide sharpener. You can find them on Amazon.
Alot of duck tape and a lot of scraping of the ferro rod. I still prefer fatwood and birch bark natural fire combo. Things that are fairly easy to gather in the woods.
That would be great, but birch bark doesn't grow at my latitude unless it is artificially planted by someone as an ornamental tree.
That's too bad. Birch bark is awesome. Every time I travel, I like to stop by a cracker Barrel restaurant they always plant ornamental birch trees with the bark literally 10 layers thick just naturally peeling off. I always stock up on a grocery bag full from just one tree while doing no harm to it. Fortunately you still have fatwood, I hope. I can usually get a fire started from just a single strike of my ferrocerium rod. Cedar bark shavings is another great fire starter. Also with the Chinese virus, people always carry alcohol sanitizers that lights a fire with a single strike. Lots of good methods, we just need to improvise and use a little imagination. But your duct tape method is great because it burns for a very long time once started.
From WW2, (100 mph tape, used to cover bullet holes)
Yes, but Duck tape originated in the late 1890's. Duct Tape comes from the 1950's. Thank you for watching and commenting.
Is that how Hobo light duck tap with a farro rod! 😂
If they need to!
👍
just put the tape sticky side up... the sparks will stick to it and catch fire
Have you actually done this?
Took u long enough to get it started
Have you ever tried it? It's harder than it looks.
U can pull and it will tear so u can lite u don't have to cut
Yes, but not everyone has the finger strength to do that so I show how to cut it.
Let's see, will a match work too? Hope so. Or a BIC?
Yes you can of course light it with a match or a Bic lighter. However, I did this for some of my students that take my classes.
Chrome
Kentucky...
I feel like I could have gotten a wet fart to light better
Well, everybody's got their opinion... You really are making a humorous point!
Do you know why that sharpener causes the ridges in your ferro rod? I thought I was doing something wrong so it was good to see you have that issue also.
It's called chatter and it happens possibly because of differences in the hardness of the various metals used in the construction of the ferrocerium rod. It happens with other strikers as well not just the striker that I prefer.
WayPoint Survival Thanks for the information, a friend gave me about 50 of the Corona sharpeners to pass out to friends but I didn’t because of of that. I guess I better get busy and distribute them.😀
@@johnny56g Sounds good and sounds like you have a good friend!
@@johnny56g If it interferes too much with your fire starting, just use some heavy grit sandpaper to smooth it down.
I like a bird nest better
That's another good method.
That looked like gorilla tape
It was indeed, thank you for watching.
How about electrical tape?🤔✝️✝️🇱🇷
Never tried to light it with a ferro rod. Usually you try to light the strings etc. that are in the duck tape when you are striking it. But, electrical tape mighty work. Thank you for watching and commenting!
Ur videoed are like me holding my breath ..too slow......
Thanks for watching anyway!
Anybody else think this is bs after trying
I actually teach this to all of my students with great success. And, this is really how it's done. Thanks for watching a commenting!
I think it's a great idea to have in your bag of tricks and tips!
Your duck tape may be different but tapes used to stabilize actual heating and cooling duct work should be fire resistant according to building codes. If something is fire resistant good luck with most Ferro rods. 😆now back when I was a kid in NC we made torches from Duck brand duct tape and a big stick, lit em with a Bic. After learning about the fire resistant qualities of some of these tapes I'm sure glad I went with Gorilla tape I will have to read the labels to see if Gorilla tape is indicated for use in duct work...
Thanks for watching. Real duct tape is definitely different stuff than Duck tape.
I use the ferros sold by Bayite or 4 directions bush craft and a square lathe bit HSS blank or the tool sharpener you show here