Uberleben makes decent rods and the Tinderwick is decent, but, you’re right about the striker being crap. They need to not worry about it having a cap lifter, hex wrench, carrot peeler, etc. I’ve also found that a bit of hockey tap makes the striker more comfortable
I got a long thick fero rod from China for £18 about 3 years ago, it's got exactly the same striker as that one, but has a very nicely braided paracord lanyard & works extremely well. Lights first time almost every time 😎
I will stick with the LMF as Mors method is my favourite. However I found it really useful to pair with Uberleben Tindarwick, especially in very cold conditions or when lighting wood stoves. Really enjoy your videos, thanks Rob
I like the octagon shape. I used to think they were all the same until I got a Bayite Ferro rod. Now I'm converted. The only time I get those speed bumps is when I use the default hacksaw blade striker... A decent sharp spine like my MK Tribute or Mora Eldris seem to keep it smooth. I'm glad you were able to scrape it out, in the past I've had to put them on the sander lol. Fun video. Thanks for sharing. Stay healthy brother
@@RobEvansWoodsman lol I have a few soft ones like that. Originally it annoyed me when I was trying to look all expert like Mors lol. Now I like them for inclement conditions. I slow scrape off a bunch of metal match material and fast scrape a flare to ignite it like those magnesium blocks. The right tool for the right job, plus I hate to throw away tools lol. Thanks for sharing
The only problem with a harder ferro rod is they need a very sharp striker to work well. Using a LMF with a spine that's a bit blunt is hopeless. A softer rod is more forgiving in that regard.
What the Hex, just get the Hex one.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤘😁👊💥💥💥💥 you are the Feather Stick King. NATHAN 4071 ebay.Best Ferro Rods Rob. Your knife spine is the best striker hands down.😊👏👏👏 using the Tip, was interesting. LMF.🏆🏆🏆
Before I even get into the video I can tell you with 100% confidence that the uberleben rod you have will outperform just about any exotac rod around. Their strikers are also outstanding!!!
I totally agree mate, there's a guy in Oregon, Wilson custom knives, he's making some interesting hollow handle knives also matchsafe and hollow handle ferrorods.
@@philleath-dawson2113 don't bother mate import duties would be a killer, just not worth it, the ferrorods could be crap and If I'm not mistaken they only come in green. I asked him about one of his knives a year or two ago but he didn't have it in stock and hadn't decided when he'd make more so I left it, just as well because it wasn't cheap!
Shit just went to there site and to get one to Australia was 85 US dollars comes out at $122 aud, The postage is more than ferro rod. Will just have keep using my bear grylls ultimate pro survival knife with ferro rod and pocket survival guide.
Were did you get this from, I think I mentioned before but mad dog survival has an eBay shop and sells the mad dog striker, it works fantastic especially when your hands are cold. I'll find a link 👍🏻
Hi Rob, you look to have a good ferro rod there, plenty of long lasting hot sparks coming from that, it's probably worth the money when you consider how much usable rod you get compared to a LMF rod, and I like the idea of flat sufaces to scrape from, as most of mine didn't work at their best until I'd worn a flat on them, if you would be so good as to give us a heads up on how it's doing in a few weeks time, it would be appreciated. Cheers mate, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.
I'll be using it to light a fire tomorrow, it's been given a carbide striker and a "go faster stripe"! You'll see what I mean next week when the video comes out.
I've heard claims the ridges on the ferro rod come from the angle of the scraper on the rod, they usually say if its at 90° itll cause those ridges but I didnt see you holding the knife at 90° to the rod. Your thoughts?
Me too. I just know what comments are coming, I buy good expensive kit , that's me if they want to watch someone use cheap stuff from the pound shop/dollar store it's not me.
@@RobEvansWoodsman When I'm in the garden lighting the BBQ the bic is fine... if it doesn't work I'll just grab another. But when I'm 2h into a hike up a mountain and the bic doesn't work, I sure am glad if I also brought the more reliable ferro rod, even if the ferro rod requires more skill and preparation before use.
Enjoyed that Rob 👍
Uberleben makes decent rods and the Tinderwick is decent, but, you’re right about the striker being crap. They need to not worry about it having a cap lifter, hex wrench, carrot peeler, etc. I’ve also found that a bit of hockey tap makes the striker more comfortable
Plenty of sparks off that bad boy 🔥all the best Lincoln 🤙👍
Can't put too much pressure on it.
Good video.
Thankx Rob
That’s the same rod I use. It’s one of the better ones I have experience with. Nice outtakes
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I have a smaller Uberleben rod I've been using for years. I love it. Great bit of kit!🔥
I got a long thick fero rod from China for £18 about 3 years ago, it's got exactly the same striker as that one, but has a very nicely braided paracord lanyard & works extremely well. Lights first time almost every time 😎
My big thick one came from eBay several years ago and it isn't bad, far better than the TBS ones.
I will stick with the LMF as Mors method is my favourite. However I found it really useful to pair with Uberleben Tindarwick, especially in very cold conditions or when lighting wood stoves. Really enjoy your videos, thanks Rob
Cheers Mike.
I like the octagon shape. I used to think they were all the same until I got a Bayite Ferro rod. Now I'm converted. The only time I get those speed bumps is when I use the default hacksaw blade striker... A decent sharp spine like my MK Tribute or Mora Eldris seem to keep it smooth. I'm glad you were able to scrape it out, in the past I've had to put them on the sander lol.
Fun video. Thanks for sharing. Stay healthy brother
Thanks Sean, the speed bumps were the worst thing about the Exotac, sorry the second worst thing after getting shavings not sparks!!!!
@@RobEvansWoodsman lol I have a few soft ones like that. Originally it annoyed me when I was trying to look all expert like Mors lol. Now I like them for inclement conditions. I slow scrape off a bunch of metal match material and fast scrape a flare to ignite it like those magnesium blocks. The right tool for the right job, plus I hate to throw away tools lol.
Thanks for sharing
Cool piece of gear which actually meet our expectations compared with the Light my Fire, that’s a wannahave😃
The only problem with a harder ferro rod is they need a very sharp striker to work well. Using a LMF with a spine that's a bit blunt is hopeless. A softer rod is more forgiving in that regard.
What the Hex, just get the Hex one.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤘😁👊💥💥💥💥 you are the Feather Stick King. NATHAN 4071 ebay.Best Ferro Rods Rob. Your knife spine is the best striker hands down.😊👏👏👏 using the Tip, was interesting. LMF.🏆🏆🏆
Been an Uberleben fan for a long time. Cheers
I only heard of them the other day.
Good bloke Andy , really well made striker, he does a video on it. (Mad dog survival).
Before I even get into the video I can tell you with 100% confidence that the uberleben rod you have will outperform just about any exotac rod around. Their strikers are also outstanding!!!
My penis will outperform the Exotac rods!!!
@@RobEvansWoodsman 😂😂😂👍🏻
Top tip, don't touch the camera 📸 lens with bogey fingers 😂👍 good review.
I find that the tinder storage on the Excotac is the only good thing about it......Interesting looking ferro rod. Great video 👍👍
I totally agree mate, there's a guy in Oregon, Wilson custom knives, he's making some interesting hollow handle knives also matchsafe and hollow handle ferrorods.
Wish you had not told me that ......lol
@@philleath-dawson2113 don't bother mate import duties would be a killer, just not worth it, the ferrorods could be crap and If I'm not mistaken they only come in green. I asked him about one of his knives a year or two ago but he didn't have it in stock and hadn't decided when he'd make more so I left it, just as well because it wasn't cheap!
Shit just went to there site and to get one to Australia was 85 US dollars comes out at $122 aud, The postage is more than ferro rod. Will just have keep using my bear grylls ultimate pro survival knife with ferro rod and pocket survival guide.
That's a lot of cash for a ferrorod.
Were did you get this from, I think I mentioned before but mad dog survival has an eBay shop and sells the mad dog striker, it works fantastic especially when your hands are cold. I'll find a link 👍🏻
You have mentioned it mate but I have the perfect scraper at home.
Hi Rob, you look to have a good ferro rod there, plenty of long lasting hot sparks coming from that, it's probably worth the money when you consider how much usable rod you get compared to a LMF rod, and I like the idea of flat sufaces to scrape from, as most of mine didn't work at their best until I'd worn a flat on them, if you would be so good as to give us a heads up on how it's doing in a few weeks time, it would be appreciated. Cheers mate, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.
I'll be using it to light a fire tomorrow, it's been given a carbide striker and a "go faster stripe"! You'll see what I mean next week when the video comes out.
@@RobEvansWoodsman cheers Rob, I'll watch out for the next video, have a good wkend mate, regards Stuart Uk.
Dont push too hard Rob you might find your brain? Nice video 👏
No chance of that, ain't got one 🤪
@@RobEvansWoodsman Lol Im sure thats not the case
I've heard claims the ridges on the ferro rod come from the angle of the scraper on the rod, they usually say if its at 90° itll cause those ridges but I didnt see you holding the knife at 90° to the rod. Your thoughts?
I may have held it at a different angle when I was "going for it".
What kind of shirt is that?
bison bushcraft cotton twill shirt.
Great video, Rob! Do you also know the CampBuddy ferro rod? It‘s also said to be good.
Oh shit not another one to buy😜🤣🤣
@@RobEvansWoodsman 😂
I thought matches were banned on the English Islands by the safety police???
Only strike anywhere matches.
@@RobEvansWoodsman ah the fun ones!
Can you film your gathering sharpening Tutorial. Can't make it from New Zealand🌏😁🤘
More excuses than a brother going to jail….
sorry but the organisers wouldn't like that and its a 3 hour workshop.
@@RobEvansWoodsman all good. Thanks anyway rob
@@johngallagher3732 aye?
@@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897 he's taking the piss!
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I'd rather carry one ferro rod than 60 bic lighters 😂🤣🤪
Me too.
I just know what comments are coming, I buy good expensive kit , that's me if they want to watch someone use cheap stuff from the pound shop/dollar store it's not me.
@@RobEvansWoodsman When I'm in the garden lighting the BBQ the bic is fine... if it doesn't work I'll just grab another. But when I'm 2h into a hike up a mountain and the bic doesn't work, I sure am glad if I also brought the more reliable ferro rod, even if the ferro rod requires more skill and preparation before use.
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 agreed!