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Post by USCGME2 on Jun 23, 2016 20:02:05 GMT -7
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Post by cajunlady87 on Jun 24, 2016 3:36:21 GMT -7
Yes indeed, bring 'em on. Thanks!  |
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Post by thywar on Jun 24, 2016 3:56:44 GMT -7
Ok. The first two start off with 'complicated'. Probably not what I'm looking for when shtf. Drill a hole in a piece of wood and a rock? Those are some dedicated folks. I think while matches and bic lighters are in abundance I'll stock up on them along with my fire starters. Vaseline and cotton balls, anyone?
It is interesting in how they construct them though.
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Post by cajunlady87 on Jun 24, 2016 5:28:37 GMT -7
No matter the technique, it's always good to learn or freshen up on how to make and use others.  |
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Post by missasip on Jun 24, 2016 5:50:42 GMT -7
Ok. The first two start off with 'complicated'. Probably not what I'm looking for when shtf. Drill a hole in a piece of wood and a rock? Those are some dedicated folks. I think while matches and bic lighters are in abundance I'll stock up on them along with my fire starters. Vaseline and cotton balls, anyone? It is interesting in how they construct them though. I got to say the same thing to a point. 9v batt and steel wool works really good too. I am trying to learn some good bushcraft ways of firemaking too. I sure miss OT and all his stuff. Jimmy |
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Post by angelhelp on Jun 24, 2016 6:55:16 GMT -7
Caps... like for cap guns... remember?
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Post by cajunlady87 on Jun 24, 2016 8:00:44 GMT -7
Caps... like for cap guns... remember? Caps and gator clips. |
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Post by USCGME2 on Jun 24, 2016 11:02:19 GMT -7
I really liked the guy's video on the home-made fire piston.
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Post by woodyz on Jun 24, 2016 12:55:22 GMT -7
waiting for lightning to set a tree on fire
bow drills and friction Technics were fine for a cave man
flint and steel has worked fine for a long time,
I think if I (and the event duration) lasted long enough to use up my fire steels, I would have more to worry about than fire
but I do agree the more you know how to do and the more options you have the better your chances of surviving or just having a good time at the lake
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Post by offtrail on Aug 21, 2016 20:51:24 GMT -7
I always thought it best to use your less effective ways to start fire first, something that works but not your best fire starting tool or method. I love the flint & steel but an empty Bic works almost as good, save that for sure fire starter...for when you need it.
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Post by offtrail on Aug 21, 2016 21:06:26 GMT -7
As for the Pump Drill no need to drill anything, to attach the cordage to the top of the spindle just cut a notch. Make it deep enough so you can drop the cordage in the notch. I used my leathermen wave saw to cut the notch. For the flywheel no drilling needed, just notch out the wood for the flywheel so it fits snugly around the spindle.Then place one half on each side of the spindle and lash them all together...done!...no drilling needed...ever.
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Post by cajunlady87 on Aug 22, 2016 6:25:35 GMT -7
I always thought it best to use your less effective ways to start fire first, something that works but not your best fire starting tool or method. I love the flint & steel but an empty Bic works almost as good, save that for sure fire starter...for when you need it. My thoughts exactly. |
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