Demonstrates how to make fire using the Bamboo Fire Saw. Includes where is was used, the 2 different methods to make fire, how to shape the pieces and tips on successful fire making.
I do enjoy how you demonstrated "shaking" the bundle around instead of what a lot of people will do for airflow resulting in them hyperventilating (usually including a bunch of smoke) to ignite it. Great bamboo saw method, I'm going to have to try it, or the pump drill method next time i go camping. Lighters are for the lazy or in times of desperation. (Or if you need to make a zip gun)
+Shane Phelps. no I meant spiritual, to be connected with nature like that... it may be scientific but to the people back then, it must have been magical.
Hi, And thanks for this upload. I never realised there was so many ways of making fire. And to get other to think a little while looking for bamboo, check out your own garden wherever you are there is often bamboo or similar in and around the normal border plants.
paleomanjim , I've watched dozens of these 'bamboo fire saw' videos. I like yours the best as it is plain, simple instructions. Thank you ... I've added you to my 'DIY survival JUNGLE' playlist, hope you don't mind :)
those used fireboard notches with those distinctive burn marks would make a great wall ornament! it would make a good indication on how long you've been outdoors. also carving the place and year on it would make it a special momento. also id like to ask what's the fastest method/technique to create fire using only natural materials you knew so far?
This was a first of this type I've seen.Another way learned.Very nice.I'm wondering if making 2 grooves with holes.the same width as the cross board would double the chances for an ember?Nice job,and Thank You for sharing the knowledge!
Bowtie41I I have never tried 2 grooves but this is one of the easiest methods to make fire. Even beginners can often get an ember on the first try if someone shows them how to do it. I can see why this was the preferred method in parts of Asia where bamboo as available. Thanks for the idea.....Jim
I have tried this with bamboo decorations i got at the dollar store lol. Worked great tho we dont have bamboo here . thanks for sharing/ very well done
Yes, river cane is like bamboo, just smaller. I think river cane will would work with this method if you select the largest piece you can find, something at least 1 1/2" or larger. Might be best to try using the ground sawing method as the cane will not be flexed as much on the ground. Good luck if you try river cane and let us know how it goes....
The first method seemed to be more work but you got a big coal. The second method seems like less work but you got a smaller coal. Thanks for the excellent demonstration.
Yes, the second one was barely going....I should have gone another 5 seconds or so and I think a bigger coal would have resulted.....both methods are fairly easy....easier than the hand drill I think....
great vid as usual... how many times can a hole/slot be used, and or the hearth/knife edge, for making an ember? BTW had luck with a 1" tiki torch pole but it was tricky with it being so light, thx
thank you for your lessons...you are a great teacher and it is an honor & pleasure to learn from you
My pleasure!
I do enjoy how you demonstrated "shaking" the bundle around instead of what a lot of people will do for airflow resulting in them hyperventilating (usually including a bunch of smoke) to ignite it. Great bamboo saw method, I'm going to have to try it, or the pump drill method next time i go camping. Lighters are for the lazy or in times of desperation. (Or if you need to make a zip gun)
I love learning new ways to do things, thanks for sharing!
Awesome video. You are an excellent teacher.
You sure make it look easy, that was a great job! Keep up the good work I have really enjoyed watching and learning !
anyone who could have done that must have been magical. and the whole process seems spiritual
+Lisa Parker -- Legacy you mean scientific?
+Shane Phelps. no I meant spiritual, to be connected with nature like that... it may be scientific but to the people back then, it must have been magical.
Hi,
And thanks for this upload. I never realised there was so many ways of making fire.
And to get other to think a little while looking for bamboo, check out your own garden wherever you are there is often bamboo or similar in and around the normal border plants.
Great,I never thought of doing that, this is a must try!
Learn something new everyday... Wonderful
Excellent technique, well done and thanks for sharing...
paleomanjim ,
I've watched dozens of these 'bamboo fire saw' videos. I like yours the best as it is plain, simple instructions. Thank you ... I've added you to my 'DIY survival JUNGLE' playlist, hope you don't mind :)
+Sue Potter Thanks Sue....
Sue Potter yes yes yes
Thanks for an informative video...
Bamboo fire saw 🔥👍👍
Your videos are great thanks for sharing!!
Mike Farrington Glad you like the vids, thanks
those used fireboard notches with those distinctive burn marks would make a great wall ornament! it would make a good indication on how long you've been outdoors. also carving the place and year on it would make it a special momento.
also id like to ask what's the fastest method/technique to create fire using only natural materials you knew so far?
Brilliant!
This knowledge will be handy on or near bamboo land.
This was a first of this type I've seen.Another way learned.Very nice.I'm wondering if making 2 grooves with holes.the same width as the cross board would double the chances for an ember?Nice job,and Thank You for sharing the knowledge!
Bowtie41I I have never tried 2 grooves but this is one of the easiest methods to make fire. Even beginners can often get an ember on the first try if someone shows them how to do it. I can see why this was the preferred method in parts of Asia where bamboo as available. Thanks for the idea.....Jim
Gr8 THX
Your hat is totally in the way, we couldn't see anything.
I have tried this with bamboo decorations i got at the dollar store lol. Worked great tho we dont have bamboo here . thanks for sharing/ very well done
Hi
Is river cane similar,just smaller in diameter?
Yes, river cane is like bamboo, just smaller. I think river cane will would work with this method if you select the largest piece you can find, something at least 1 1/2" or larger. Might be best to try using the ground sawing method as the cane will not be flexed as much on the ground. Good luck if you try river cane and let us know how it goes....
smart
The first method seemed to be more work but you got a big coal. The second method seems like less work but you got a smaller coal. Thanks for the excellent demonstration.
Yes, the second one was barely going....I should have gone another 5 seconds or so and I think a bigger coal would have resulted.....both methods are fairly easy....easier than the hand drill I think....
great vid as usual... how many times can a hole/slot be used, and or the hearth/knife edge, for making an ember? BTW had luck with a 1" tiki torch pole but it was tricky with it being so light, thx
It's takes 14 minutes?
What is your question? It can take less than 1 minute to make fire with the Bamboo fire saw....
This method is so exhausting haha.
Bamboo is the coolest plant on Earth.