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Thanks all. Seems they are a bit rubbish really. Think I'll stick with torches for now.

Worth it? Not to lug around but if camping near the car, handy to have I think. Looked around a bit but some appear to be junky and not delivering as promised per reviews. Anyone had any experience with these? Don't mind to spend the money on a more expensive one that does the job well...

Don't really want to be purist about it. But want to know I can do it. Then perhaps onto bowdrill or whatever. Once mastered I'll probably end up using the modern conveniences to get a fire going.

Cheers all. Another crack at it later in the week. I figure if I can master it in damp conditions then it'll be a doddle when dry.

Thanks. Some good tips all.

Hi People, bit new to the bushcraft game - plenty of camping done but wanting to get into some more 'back to basics' stuff. Bought a firesteel as I fancied a go at this. Me and the boy out in the garden, bit of cotton wool and spirit and the driest bits we could find for some tinder...

Thanks. That was my thinking but I didn't want to go over the top unnecessarily.

Hi people. Very much enjoyed reading through the forum. Planning to get more out and about this year, further than a short walk from the car so been looking for a backpack. Just wanted advice on why some packs have belts and some not. For load bearing I'm sure. Would it be necessary is my...