Man, "That"s better than a Pocket on a Shirt". I really think this IS the best fire starter I've ever seen Bar None. Thanks, Lonnie for this Super Trick on fire starting.
Lonnie, I don’t think I’ve ever seen this particular version of a shepherds/sailors/trench lighter. The bit of aluminum is And a genius hack, most particularly because you don’t have to be tightening and loosening a screw in the side of a casing to control the height of the flame. Thanks for sharing it. :-) Edit: You inspired me to go out and find some cotton rope. I think I got a trench lighter on my back. Before I knew it, I had made large ones medium small ones and minuscule ones. Then I watched your video again and realized that yours was not made with cotton rope but with waxed twine. So I busted out my leather sewing kit and tested the wax twine against artificial sinew. Yes sir, they waxed twine wins every time, but it seems to need a moment for the wax to melt on the twine, so I also made a couple of hybrids with cotton rope strands. I have to do my testing with my ferrorod and also with a bit of flindt and steel yet, to find the ultimate easy loading combo, and then I’ll take it outside and figure out what it takes to get that sucker going in high winds. Lol. Thank you very kindly for this! It’s nice to beef up my Camping kit. :-) A person can never have too many options for lighting a fire, particularly in an area that’s windy and damp and very often quite cold.
You are quickly becoming my favorite outdoorsman UA-cam channel. I am scared, because you look and sound the opposite of bear grylls, but I am drawn to your material just as much.
I just made 8 of these. Four were made from 7/32 cotton cordage. The other 4 were made from 1/4 inch cotton rope. I used copper tubing instead of a piece of aluminum can. I cut the copper tubing with tubing cutters and then squeezed them slightly with pilars to snugg them a little. They work great. A few of these will be Christmas gifts for my son and son-in-law. We will use the 1/4 inch version for wood burning stoves and fire places. The small ones will be used for camping. Thank you Lonnie for your great videos.
You just brought back an old trick I had forgotten about for decades Lonnie. Brings back some old memories. Thanks. Gonna put a bunch of em in all my gear.
Since I watched you make the mop string lighter I've been making from an old mop my wife was throwing away, I stopped her just in the nick of time and have them made in all different sizes. Man they work great and will come in handy. Thanks a lot, you got a great channel.
Awesome.. I remember my grandfather would make this out of Cotton Laundry line or 1/2 cotton rope. He would soak it in wax and a little kerosene. He called it Hurricane string.. I see now they are making a version of this.. But this something we all can make and should! Thank you Lonnie you brought back a wonderful memory and a nessary tool! Be well, and Happy Holidays to you and your dear one! Ross The Santa Fe Man
Good idy ! back in the 50s my Dad would take a metal pop cap, lay a string in it and pour candle wax over it , he always carried a few of theses when he went hunting .
We used to use something similar we used to use a shell casing from a 223 or 306 and put cooking oil in the casing and stuff. Cotton strong inside casing and crimp the shell casing enough to keep the string snug to pull or push the string in or out of the shell casing. It won't leak the oil as the string soaks it up. We used them as a sort of candle and fire lighter.
Hi Lonnie. I must say I have enjoyed your videos and plan to see many more if you have them. In 1959-62 My wife and I lived on Ft. Richardson Alaska. I met a friend there and he and I used to walk and camp beside trails when we got the chance. But we never did it during the winter. You sure make me long for those old days and wish we'd camped some in winter. The army did take us out on winter camping trips but that's not the same and just Bill and I doing it. On one maneuver I took some wire with me and we made simple snare loops and put them on game trails. Caught a rabbit most every night. Good eatin. BCNU I got more of your videos to watch.
As you probably have discovered by now I do indeed have plenty of other videos produced that you may enjoy seeing. Sounds like you and your buddy made some great memories together.
Well that just worked like a charm, excellent idea. I'm wondering if I could use some clothes line rope that I have left over in the laundry room for this same purpose. I'll have to give it a try, thanks for the great video!
Years ago, while with the Navy visiting Spain I traded my Zippo for a Spanish Lighter, a large cotton cord running through a brass tube with a flint strike attached. Similar idea, different purpose. I misplaced that lighter years ago never realizing just how handy it was. Merry Christmas to you and yours, Brad. ...
it works great with Flint and steel too I haven't used fire ripe in awhile got to make some say hey to Connie hope she's feeling better now stay safe ..tom
Works on the same principal as a wick in a kerosene lamp! That is a great Idea! Light too, just another option- I carry three different ways to light a fire, looks like I will be making one of these too!
I used to do something similar with old socks and the leftovers from finished candles. I'd cut them into chunks about 3" long and an inch wide. The old sock loops would hold plenty of the leftover wax. Totally waterproof, and you could stretch it out to break through the wax to get a good place to light. One match light every time and I used them as the tinder under the kindling pile (since they were free from things that would otherwise just be thrown out). They would burn for 10 minutes or so. I kept a ziploc in my pack with one per every fire I was going to need on my trip and even in rain I knew I would always get a fire going just by piling the kindling, sticks, and wood up thick enough to shed the rain.
If you look, you can still find the old cotton batting clothesline. With the clothesline, you can make a number and have them on hand. Excellent idea. Thanks for sharing..
Lonnie, my comment is WOW! That is incredibly easy to DIY anc I'll be making several this weekend, one for each backpack and for our BOB. Thank you. Very innovative.
Feed sack ties. Great idea. Have a wonderful Christmas time. Looking forward to the New Year knowledge, that you may share with all. Many Thanks Lonnie and Connie.
Lonnie, as usual, you just have the best videos ***hands down*** on bushcraft and survival on UA-cam. Amazing!! :D. I have plans to make this little tool! So simple, yet so effective...
that is such a cool idea, not only for fires but it could also be used as a candle that would automatically go out if you fell asleep. light and flexible so you could carry a few easily as well. thx
i came to this video after watching - "How to build a fire on snow..." and I'm pretty sure I saw you use this tool. I'm going to make one of these and add to my emergency fire kit. Thanks for the great lessons!
Yes. Sharp eyes. I did use this "fire rope" in the "How To Build A Fire On Snow" video. I used this fire rope a lot when we were at our cabin recently for lighting the wood stove. Very useful.
Wow I really like that Lonnie. It's simple no moving parts to break or batteries to run out but clever and you kinda think why didn't I think of that.Very clever I'm going to make one of those, saves my lighter and my ferro rod.
Now there's an other little handy gadget that I just have to make ! Seen the video you done on making the alcohol stove........ so, went to town today ( 50 miles one way ) and acquired materials to make one ! I used fiberglass mat for the wick and already had the denatured alcohol so done it that way. It works great and I thank you for showing it to us. Thanks for sharing and take care ! Just a side note : Made one of these by cutting strips from old cotton t shirt and braiding a four string rope and then soaking in wax, works great !
I've always know that as a Slow match, also called match cord, it was traditionally a cotton rope impregnated in saltpeter with a metal sleeve that was used to ignite matchlock muskets. I always carry one in my flint and steel kit, it works very well to catch that ember. I prefer it to char cloth in most cases since it lasts many years of use and It's not as delicate as char-cloth is in wet conditions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of these almost forgotten skills with all of us.
Great idea Lonnie. You ALWAYS have the best ideas for Bushcraft and innovations to make life easier. I always share your videos and tell others about your channel.
So simple and BRILLIANT!! Easy to make, carry and just flat out works if needed. I'm going to have to do this. But I'm probably going to make a bunch. Lol!!
Man this is so much better than the fire starters I use (sawdust, lint, and candle wax), lighter and has a lot more uses. Really cool will work on making on of these soon.
It kind of reminds me of the slow match used by fusiliers and artillery pieces before flint lock. Great idea, a birthday candle with an attitude that just might save your life.
Now that's a winner for sure. Gonna make one right away but think I'll cut the primer end off a straight wall cartridge case and make me a slick brass snuffer/handle for mine. I have plenty of calibers to choose from. Should find the proper size. Thinking a .357 mag would be about right. Keep em coming Lonnie!
Good fire tool Lonnie. Similar to my braided and waxed jute tinder tube, but your idea for a tube from a pop can piece of aluminum is really innovative, something anyone can make with zero cost. The dense cotton likely holds more wax and burns longer than jute. They make candle wicks of cotton, so it makes sense. I find the wax on the wick comes off in a pocket, so I like to carry mine in a small tin to contain the wax crumbs that fall off.
Hi Lonnie! Sure makes startin a fire easier when you are cold and uncoordinated and safer than meltin or usin up all your fluid! Hemp twine and petro jelly or wax is how I've seen them in brass or copper tube! Thanks! Hope Connie is fellin better! Regards... Old John
Thanks Lonnie! I make these out of cotton wicks that are designed for smudge pots, oil candles, or tiki torches. The wider wicks are braided and string wrapped. I've add magnesium powder to my wax but it's really not needed. I used a copper damper for a while, but it gets too hot, so I now use a 4 inch Aluminum Oxide (aka Alumina) ceramic tube. Its strong and I can hold it for a long time. Maybe I'll create a video of it sometime.
That's actually brilliant, I'd never have thought of it myself! Just ran across your channel today, I'm going to have to binge watch now. Ya'll warm my heart, I miss the cold.
I sure am, Lonnie. Thanks for making such great content, I've spent a solid 5 hours watching your stuff now. I think you've inspired me to take off and do some backpacking again. It's been far too long.
I wish I live in the wilde. One-day when things are right I'll give it a try. I love watching your videos. By the way I think your voice is amazing....💖💖💖💗 Thanks for showing us all the wonderful ideals.
I realy appreciate that if the idea is not yours , you always mention from whom it is.....realy honest.
Man, "That"s better than a Pocket on a Shirt". I really think this IS the best fire starter I've ever seen Bar None. Thanks, Lonnie for this Super Trick on fire starting.
Lonnie, I don’t think I’ve ever seen this particular version of a shepherds/sailors/trench lighter. The bit of aluminum is And a genius hack, most particularly because you don’t have to be tightening and loosening a screw in the side of a casing to control the height of the flame. Thanks for sharing it. :-)
Edit: You inspired me to go out and find some cotton rope. I think I got a trench lighter on my back. Before I knew it, I had made large ones medium small ones and minuscule ones. Then I watched your video again and realized that yours was not made with cotton rope but with waxed twine. So I busted out my leather sewing kit and tested the wax twine against artificial sinew. Yes sir, they waxed twine wins every time, but it seems to need a moment for the wax to melt on the twine, so I also made a couple of hybrids with cotton rope strands. I have to do my testing with my ferrorod and also with a bit of flindt and steel yet, to find the ultimate easy loading combo, and then I’ll take it outside and figure out what it takes to get that sucker going in high winds. Lol. Thank you very kindly for this! It’s nice to beef up my Camping kit. :-) A person can never have too many options for lighting a fire, particularly in an area that’s windy and damp and very often quite cold.
Lonnie, that was very informative. You've taught me something new once again!
I've checked many channels throughout the years with outdoor, survival, camp and related tactical content, but, I've really been liking this.
You are quickly becoming my favorite outdoorsman UA-cam channel. I am scared, because you look and sound the opposite of bear grylls, but I am drawn to your material just as much.
I just made 8 of these. Four were made from 7/32 cotton cordage. The other 4 were made from 1/4 inch cotton rope. I used copper tubing instead of a piece of aluminum can. I cut the copper tubing with tubing cutters and then squeezed them slightly with pilars to snugg them a little. They work great. A few of these will be Christmas gifts for my son and son-in-law. We will use the 1/4 inch version for wood burning stoves and fire places. The small ones will be used for camping. Thank you Lonnie for your great videos.
You just brought back an old trick I had forgotten about for decades Lonnie. Brings back some old memories. Thanks. Gonna put a bunch of em in all my gear.
I use one of these on my back porch. As a night light and a handy lighter for my pipe. All to the tune if the whippoorwill. Great channel... Robert.
Since I watched you make the mop string lighter I've been making from an old mop my wife was throwing away, I stopped her just in the nick of time and have them made in all different sizes. Man they work great and will come in handy. Thanks a lot, you got a great channel.
First started using these over 55 years ago as a boyscout, works great costs virtually nothing and can be a lifesaver, ty for this fine video.....
You remind me of the show on A&E called "Alone". That is one of my favorite shows. I give you a thumbs up my friend!!
I have been asked to try out for the Alone show but I did not pursue it. Thank you for the thumbs up. I appreciate it.
***** your welcome and have a great day!
Awesome..
I remember my grandfather would make this out of Cotton Laundry line or 1/2 cotton rope. He would soak it in wax and a little kerosene.
He called it Hurricane string..
I see now they are making a version of this..
But this something we all can make and should!
Thank you Lonnie you brought back a wonderful memory and a nessary tool!
Be well, and Happy Holidays to you and your dear one!
Ross
The Santa Fe Man
Thanks Ross. A blessed Christmas to you as well.
Thank you kindly!
That's brilliant for any camping where you aren't using a torch or fuel to light a fire. Simple. Easy.
So simple yet BRILLIANT! Thanks for sharing Lonnie.
Cheers,
Gorbag
These things are great not just for campfires but also for lighting candles like church candles or the ones at the bottom of jars thanks Lonnie.
truly the best channel on the net! Always useful information without the drama...Thank You
Too right this is good. It's that good people have been making different versions of it and selling them. Well done to your mate. ❤👍👍
From 1 to 10, this looks like a winner 👍🏼
awesome piece of kit. I bet in a years time everyone is carrying and making one. you should give it a name.
Good idy ! back in the 50s my Dad would take a metal pop cap, lay a string in it and pour candle wax over it , he always carried a few of theses when he went hunting .
We used to use something similar we used to use a shell casing from a 223 or 306 and put cooking oil in the casing and stuff. Cotton strong inside casing and crimp the shell casing enough to keep the string snug to pull or push the string in or out of the shell casing. It won't leak the oil as the string soaks it up. We used them as a sort of candle and fire lighter.
Very good idea. Definitely will make a couple for emergencies. Thanks for sharing this simple but handy idea.
I made one of these ages ago with a built-in ferro rod striker. Works fantastic, one of the most dependable ways of making fire I've seen or used!
Hi Lonnie. I must say I have enjoyed your videos and plan to see many more if you have them. In 1959-62 My wife and I lived on Ft. Richardson Alaska. I met a friend there and he and I used to walk and camp beside trails when we got the chance. But we never did it during the winter. You sure make me long for those old days and wish we'd camped some in winter. The army did take us out on winter camping trips but that's not the same and just Bill and I doing it. On one maneuver I took some wire with me and we made simple snare loops and put them on game trails. Caught a rabbit most every night. Good eatin. BCNU I got more of your videos to watch.
As you probably have discovered by now I do indeed have plenty of other videos produced that you may enjoy seeing. Sounds like you and your buddy made some great memories together.
Lonnie,,,,,The Bob Ross of bushcraft.
The perfect accessory for the Ferrocerium Rod. Great demo Lonnie.
Well that just worked like a charm, excellent idea. I'm wondering if I could use some clothes line rope that I have left over in the laundry room for this same purpose. I'll have to give it a try, thanks for the great video!
Years ago, while with the Navy visiting Spain I traded my Zippo for a Spanish Lighter, a large cotton cord running through a brass tube with a flint strike attached. Similar idea, different purpose. I misplaced that lighter years ago never realizing just how handy it was. Merry Christmas to you and yours, Brad. ...
it works great with Flint and steel too I haven't used fire ripe in awhile got to make some say hey to Connie hope she's feeling better now stay safe ..tom
That will make a great stocking stuffer!
A nifty little device indeed.
Fantastic 'classic' tech. Worked back then; still works today!
Best around. Period!
Works on the same principal as a wick in a kerosene lamp! That is a great Idea! Light too, just another option- I carry three different ways to light a fire, looks like I will be making one of these too!
I used to do something similar with old socks and the leftovers from finished candles.
I'd cut them into chunks about 3" long and an inch wide. The old sock loops would hold plenty of the leftover wax. Totally waterproof, and you could stretch it out to break through the wax to get a good place to light.
One match light every time and I used them as the tinder under the kindling pile (since they were free from things that would otherwise just be thrown out). They would burn for 10 minutes or so.
I kept a ziploc in my pack with one per every fire I was going to need on my trip and even in rain I knew I would always get a fire going just by piling the kindling, sticks, and wood up thick enough to shed the rain.
Happy Christmas ,Lonnie, you and Connie. Comfort and strength, in Christ to you and yours. Be well.
Lonnie, That is one of the best things I have ever seen. I am going to make one in the morning. Thank You Again.
Heck of a flame extender . Light it with a lighter, set it down and put your glove back on if the weather was cold. Thanks for the information
neat idea and one more tool in the toolbox .. One can never have too many fire starters!!
Again, another great and practical video. Thanks, Lonnie for your tutorials. You always make them interesting!
If you look, you can still find the old cotton batting clothesline. With the clothesline, you can make a number and have them on hand. Excellent idea. Thanks for sharing..
I watch and read about a lot of different ways of lighting a fire, and that is pretty dang cool!
Lonnie, my comment is WOW! That is incredibly easy to DIY anc I'll be making several this weekend, one for each backpack and for our BOB. Thank you. Very innovative.
Feed sack ties. Great idea. Have a wonderful Christmas time. Looking forward to the New Year knowledge, that you may share with all. Many Thanks Lonnie and Connie.
Lonnie, as usual, you just have the best videos ***hands down*** on bushcraft and survival on UA-cam. Amazing!! :D. I have plans to make this little tool! So simple, yet so effective...
Revisiting.. this is a stellar idea.thanks again Lonnie. If I don’t make one of these, there’s something wrong with me.
It's just like magic . Genius
that is such a cool idea, not only for fires but it could also be used as a candle that would automatically go out if you fell asleep. light and flexible so you could carry a few easily as well. thx
This should be a must in every fire kit. Also so easy for anyone to make.Thanks for sharing!.
i came to this video after watching - "How to build a fire on snow..." and I'm pretty sure I saw you use this tool. I'm going to make one of these and add to my emergency fire kit.
Thanks for the great lessons!
Yes. Sharp eyes. I did use this "fire rope" in the "How To Build A Fire On Snow" video. I used this fire rope a lot when we were at our cabin recently for lighting the wood stove. Very useful.
Wow I really like that Lonnie. It's simple no moving parts to break or batteries to run out but clever and you kinda think why didn't I think of that.Very clever I'm going to make one of those, saves my lighter and my ferro rod.
Now there's an other little handy gadget that I just have to make ! Seen the video you done on making the alcohol stove........ so, went to town today ( 50 miles one way ) and acquired materials to make one ! I used fiberglass mat for the wick and already had the denatured alcohol so done it that way. It works great and I thank you for showing it to us.
Thanks for sharing and take care !
Just a side note :
Made one of these by cutting strips from old cotton t shirt and braiding a four string rope and then soaking in wax, works great !
I have seen these before too but I honestly had forgotten about them until this video. I am going to make one! Thanks for sharing! ~Dawn
thats such a simple yet brilliant lighting tool
I have learned so much more than I thought I knew. Thanks. Best of luck to you and your lovely wife connie. Wish we could meet.
Yes. I have seen this before. What a great piece of kit.
I've always know that as a Slow match, also called match cord, it was traditionally a cotton rope impregnated in saltpeter with a metal sleeve that was used to ignite matchlock muskets. I always carry one in my flint and steel kit, it works very well to catch that ember. I prefer it to char cloth in most cases since it lasts many years of use and It's not as delicate as char-cloth is in wet conditions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of these almost forgotten skills with all of us.
Great video Lonnie. Glad Charlie got you taken care of.
Thanks for the project. I think that is a get addition to a fire kit.
Great idea Lonnie. You ALWAYS have the best ideas for Bushcraft and innovations to make life easier. I always share your videos and tell others about your channel.
That's actually quite brilliant. Very handy indeed. I'm adding that to my kit.
So simple and BRILLIANT!! Easy to make, carry and just flat out works if needed. I'm going to have to do this. But I'm probably going to make a bunch. Lol!!
Great idea, Lonnie. That's a useful fire starter! Thanks for sharing.
Simple, effective, and anyone can do this. Great idea, many thanks!
What a great idea for those of us who camp!!
Man this is so much better than the fire starters I use (sawdust, lint, and candle wax), lighter and has a lot more uses. Really cool will work on making on of these soon.
Yeah and it doesn't take up as much room as lint covered in candle wax does! Nice
Great tip Lonnie. Thanks for sharing.
a excellent tool to have in your gear.. Thanx for sharing!
Great Idea! Thanks for sharing. I might try the tubing idea and see which works best for me.
It kind of reminds me of the slow match used by fusiliers and artillery pieces before flint lock. Great idea, a birthday candle with an attitude that just might save your life.
What a great video. I will never start a fire any other way now. Thanks for the awesome tip
Great idea. Will be making some for my family. Thanks once again Lonnie. PIZZLEWIG NOVA SCOTIA CANADA.
Great idea. Another rainy day project. I'll make several.
This is the first "new to me" concept in firemaking I've seen in years. I'll be making several of these for sure.
Awesome video Lonnie very educational like all your vids thank you and keep them coming!!! Tom.
cool little trick, gonna have to make me one of those for sure
Now that's a winner for sure. Gonna make one right away but think I'll cut the primer end off a straight wall cartridge case and make me a slick brass snuffer/handle for mine. I have plenty of calibers to choose from. Should find the proper size. Thinking a .357 mag would be about right. Keep em coming Lonnie!
awesome i like it im making one thanks from the north east of the uk
Good fire tool Lonnie. Similar to my braided and waxed jute tinder tube, but your idea for a tube from a pop can piece of aluminum is really innovative, something anyone can make with zero cost. The dense cotton likely holds more wax and burns longer than jute. They make candle wicks of cotton, so it makes sense. I find the wax on the wick comes off in a pocket, so I like to carry mine in a small tin to contain the wax crumbs that fall off.
Never thought of the Soda Can piece, excellent idea, thanks for sharing!
Excellent . So simple and so effective. Light weight too!
Hi Lonnie! Sure makes startin a fire easier when you are cold and uncoordinated and safer than meltin or usin up all your fluid! Hemp twine and petro jelly or wax is how I've seen them in brass or copper tube! Thanks! Hope Connie is fellin better! Regards... Old John
I learn so much from your channel! It is such a valuable resource and one of the best Bush craft channels out there! Thank you so much.
Handy item to carry - never have to many fire starters - thanks - you folks take care
AWESOME idea Lonnie. I'm making one too! Tell charlie thanks!
awesome little thing to add to the kit thanks
Smokey Bear approved, l made one last night and added it to my fire kit. Thanks.
Thanks Lonnie! I make these out of cotton wicks that are designed for smudge pots, oil candles, or tiki torches. The wider wicks are braided and string wrapped. I've add magnesium powder to my wax but it's really not needed. I used a copper damper for a while, but it gets too hot, so I now use a 4 inch Aluminum Oxide (aka Alumina) ceramic tube. Its strong and I can hold it for a long time. Maybe I'll create a video of it sometime.
So simple and yet so effective. i can think of so many instances where this would be useful and potentialy life saving
wow great tip thanks . would be good to keep one in an inside pocket of a backpack, kept away nicely .
This is so simple and yet so genius! Liked and shared, thanks Lonnie.
Hi Lonnie What a great and simple idea BRILLIANT, Stay safe .Colin
i freaking love this channel
Peter Evans I adore watching Lonnie and Connie too! this is one of my favorite channels!
Peter Evans -I do as well.
Same lol 😂
Another useful tool for the Idea bag. Thanks for sharing. Definitely something to start carrying,
Very clever. Thanks for sharing!
That's actually brilliant, I'd never have thought of it myself! Just ran across your channel today, I'm going to have to binge watch now. Ya'll warm my heart, I miss the cold.
Glad you found my channel and hope you are enjoying the videos. Welcome home. :o)
I sure am, Lonnie. Thanks for making such great content, I've spent a solid 5 hours watching your stuff now. I think you've inspired me to take off and do some backpacking again. It's been far too long.
pretty good, actually. Thanks! :)
I wish I live in the wilde. One-day when things are right I'll give it a try. I love watching your videos. By the way I think your voice is amazing....💖💖💖💗 Thanks for showing us all the wonderful ideals.
Very cool, you teach us so much. Thank You.