I like the thought of being able to use the best of both mediums... the Flint and Steel ability of Charred Punkwood and the long last coal extending properties of punkwood. No need for a char tin either. All it takes is a thorough surface charring by setting the Punkwood on fire with a lighter or placed in a fire and then snuffing it out. Let me show you. Please, follow the LINKS below and SUBSCRIBE (Hit the Notification Bell and select All). Thank You! Charcloth, Charred Punkwood Playlist th-cam.com/play/PLkoXX8XsMW3nfHvlf-YghwFdkUBYRIIMy.html Flint And Steel Playlist th-cam.com/play/PLkoXX8XsMW3mFf5FgLtam1aDmXmqQQice.html
Excellent! I'm a big fan of the open tin charring method illustrated by NW Primate. I think his method results in surface charring, as well as a mix of some other partial charring. My favorite thing about that technique is that with the uncharred punk in the tin with the charred punk, I can always blow the contents of the tin into flame for igniting some other tinder. Then I refresh the tin contents with a little more punk wood.
These are very trying times and I can’t express how happy I am to see your video. Really does my heart good. Hard 35 degree rain this morning for me. These are not easy days, but that’s why we practice...
I didn’t even know it had a name, I’m a beginner beekeeper I just discovered it (punk wood) works real good in my beehive smoker to calm the bees. Lights easy, stays lit, smolders well and produces a lot of smoke.
I just wanted to say thanks for making all these videos. I've always thought these methods were cool but was making it more complicated. I have done your cotton ball and ashes and last night got flint and steel. I think the bow drill is the next I'm going to try. After watching soooo many videos I had to say thanks.
When on a bush scouting course the other day (just before Scouting finished face to face in the UK) they suggested making a basket with a handle to put the nest into. Saves having young people who are scared of holding the flames panic. Tried it and it works so well when combined with your figure of 8 constant air technique to wave the nest into flames. Worth a try makes getting the flames soooo easy.
Good here. There may be an infected kid in my great grandson's nursery. Waiting to hear. I play with him everyday. I just feel strongly that the Lord's going to let me get well if I get it!
I have a really difficult time directing sparks with my flint and file like you did this upload. I must have several hundred hours of striking by now as well. Evidently, it's just one of those skills that require tons of practice. Lol, shortly after typing I go and try just to shoot a few shards in my eye. Jfc. Thats another issue I constantly run into when attempting to direct sparks down by striking the steel with the chert, vise a versa.
Practice yes, but use a very sparky steel even if you have to buy one. Also, see my videos on bi polar percussion to always be using the sharpest of flint, chert, or quartz. I used it on this piece of chert before I got started.... Use the best of char. See my char playlist also.
Hi David. I love your vids. You make so may ways of starting a fire look easy. I saw in a video once but can't find it now where you gave the model # of your little razor knife you sometimes use for scraping a Ferro rod. What is it again? Do you have any other suggestions for a small scrapper with a longer handle? I can't hold the tiny scrappers that come with Ferro rods. Thanks II Thessalonians 2:15
Another great video David. What angle roughly do you have the edge of the flint against the steel? I have got the technique of holding the stone and moving the steel perfected, need to learn how to cast the sparks onto something next.
An insulating layer that stays in place is best. As the wood burns down the can usually tips on its side. There are other times when on its side is best too.
Wudn't fibrous bark like pine or pecan work as well as punk wood. It eems it wud char much easier without moisture issues, and be structurally stable instead of flaking apart.
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I like the thought of being able to use the best of both mediums... the Flint and Steel ability of Charred Punkwood and the long last coal extending properties of punkwood. No need for a char tin either. All it takes is a thorough surface charring by setting the Punkwood on fire with a lighter or placed in a fire and then snuffing it out. Let me show you.
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I've been saving left over coals from burning wood since I watch your awesome videos. Now I got to get some puunkwood.
Coals from a fire only barely work. Charred punkwood is best. Thanks friend!
I’ve heard “rotten wood” (punk wood?), makes a very good charcoal for black powder guns / gun powder.
Excellent! I'm a big fan of the open tin charring method illustrated by NW Primate. I think his method results in surface charring, as well as a mix of some other partial charring. My favorite thing about that technique is that with the uncharred punk in the tin with the charred punk, I can always blow the contents of the tin into flame for igniting some other tinder. Then I refresh the tin contents with a little more punk wood.
Yes. a well used technique from way back before we ever showed our versions of it.
These are very trying times and I can’t express how happy I am to see your video. Really does my heart good. Hard 35 degree rain this morning for me. These are not easy days, but that’s why we practice...
I think the Lord will let me survive.
Another great lesson from professor West. Thank you sir.
Enjoying my hobby! Thanks!
Good to see your safe and well. Enjoyed this video a lot. My favourite punk wood and flint and steel nice job David. From Australia 👍
Thanks Chris, glad you dropped by.
Thanks very educational
Best regards
Frits from Amsterdam
Thanks Frits!
I love punk wood. Thanks for a new twist on the subject! I'll add it to my kit.
I'd use it in every video if yall would stand for it.
You can use the char as a very very basic water filter too
I didn’t even know it had a name, I’m a beginner beekeeper I just discovered it (punk wood) works real good in my beehive smoker to calm the bees. Lights easy, stays lit, smolders well and produces a lot of smoke.
Very informative video. I'm going to try that when I get home. Thank you for sharing.
Outstanding demo sir.
Thanks David for the good educational video I got try this way my favorite 🔥starter is punk wood for bless stay safe
Mine too.
Stay safe Mr. David..
Thanks brother, keep teaching.
Another great video. I must try it. Safe safe and God bless.
I just wanted to say thanks for making all these videos. I've always thought these methods were cool but was making it more complicated. I have done your cotton ball and ashes and last night got flint and steel. I think the bow drill is the next I'm going to try. After watching soooo many videos I had to say thanks.
When on a bush scouting course the other day (just before Scouting finished face to face in the UK) they suggested making a basket with a handle to put the nest into. Saves having young people who are scared of holding the flames panic. Tried it and it works so well when combined with your figure of 8 constant air technique to wave the nest into flames. Worth a try makes getting the flames soooo easy.
Another amazing video! I bought my supplies to build a fire table finally and plan on doing it very soon based on your dimensions. Stay Well!
You HAVE TO show us or at least me how it turned out!
Thank you for sharing this video this will help me out
Enjoyed it as always David.
Hope you and yours are doing well.
God Bless
Good here. There may be an infected kid in my great grandson's nursery. Waiting to hear. I play with him everyday. I just feel strongly that the Lord's going to let me get well if I get it!
I have a really difficult time directing sparks with my flint and file like you did this upload. I must have several hundred hours of striking by now as well. Evidently, it's just one of those skills that require tons of practice.
Lol, shortly after typing I go and try just to shoot a few shards in my eye. Jfc. Thats another issue I constantly run into when attempting to direct sparks down by striking the steel with the chert, vise a versa.
Practice yes, but use a very sparky steel even if you have to buy one. Also, see my videos on bi polar percussion to always be using the sharpest of flint, chert, or quartz. I used it on this piece of chert before I got started.... Use the best of char. See my char playlist also.
Awesome upload David. Interesting how just the outside needs to be charred. 🔥
Yep, the outside just needs to catch that spark and the inside can do the rest.
It also holds together better, not crumbling as bad.
Yes, good one!
Hi David. I love your vids. You make so may ways of starting a fire look easy. I saw in a video once but can't find it now where you gave the model # of your little razor knife you sometimes use for scraping a Ferro rod. What is it again? Do you have any other suggestions for a small scrapper with a longer handle? I can't hold the tiny scrappers that come with Ferro rods. Thanks
II Thessalonians 2:15
Stanley 10-049. No other recommendations.
Thank you!
Another great video David. What angle roughly do you have the edge of the flint against the steel? I have got the technique of holding the stone and moving the steel perfected, need to learn how to cast the sparks onto something next.
Don't know.
Hey David, a question: does adding a layer of sand in your car tin as a heat buffer make better quality car cloth?
An insulating layer that stays in place is best. As the wood burns down the can usually tips on its side. There are other times when on its side is best too.
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Have you moved again?
Yeah... it hasn't even been a year. I'm ready for puttin' down roots!!!
Is it possible to get punk wood lit with just a Fero without any charring ?
Oh, absolutely, easily.
is hardwood best for punk wood
Good question. I never took notice if there's a difference... yet.
@@DavidWestBgood2ppl Next Video? Keep up the educational Videos. We all need to know this. Stay Healthy!
Wudn't fibrous bark like pine or pecan work as well as punk wood. It eems it wud char much easier without moisture issues, and be structurally stable instead of flaking apart.
Tulip Poplar Bark works but burns up quickly. I don't think pine bark will make good char material. Please visit my char playlist.
Punk wood? Is it a punk because it keeps landing on your grass? 😉 Thanks for the video