A reliable flame, any weather
Matches get wet. Lighters run out of gas in the cold. A ferro rod doesn't care. The TKO Outdoors Firestarter Kit throws a shower of hot sparks to light your campfire when you need it most — wet, windy, high altitude, doesn't matter. It's an essential bit of kit for camping, hiking, bushcraft and any emergency setup.
Built to last, comfortable to use, and priced so there's no reason to be without one. Premium performance without the big-name markup.
Built to keep going
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Extra-thick ferro rod rated for thousands of strikes — one rod lasts for trip after trip.
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Comfortable resin handle for proper grip and control, even with cold or wet hands.
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Works in any weather, including wet conditions and at altitude.
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All-in-one kit: includes a mil-spec 550 paracord lanyard, an emergency whistle, and a 6-function multi-tool striker (straight-edge striker, tinder scraper, map scale, ruler, hex wrench and bottle opener).
Colour
This is the Brown colourway. The kit is also available in Green — same rod, same included whistle, lanyard and multi-tool, your choice of finish. Pick the one that suits your gear, or grab one of each for the car and the pack.
Specifications
| Type |
Ferro / flint rod fire starter kit |
| Rod |
Extra-thick ferro rod, resin handle |
| Weather |
Works wet or dry, any altitude |
| Included |
Striker multi-tool (6-function), 550 paracord lanyard, whistle |
| Colour |
Brown (also available in Green) |
| Size |
Pocket-sized — packs small |
| Price |
$20 AUD |
| Shipping |
FREE Australia-wide |
| Returns |
30-day easy returns |
| Warranty |
12-month warranty, Aussie-based support |
Where you'll use it
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Camping & bush trips — get a fire going for warmth, cooking and morale.
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Hiking & bushcraft — light enough to clip to a pack and forget until you need it.
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Emergency & car kits — a fire source that won't fail because the gas ran out or the matches got damp.
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A great small gift or stocking-filler for anyone who spends time outdoors.
A natural add-on to the Survival Kit – 14 in 1 and the rest of the camping gear range.
FAQ
Do I need any skill to use a ferro rod?
A little practice helps. Scrape the striker firmly down the rod toward your tinder to throw sparks. Dry tinder is the key — bring some, or learn to find it. Once you've done it a few times it's faster and more reliable than a lighter in bad weather.
Will it really work in the wet?
Yes — that's the main reason to carry a ferro rod over matches or a lighter. The rod sparks even when damp; you just need dry tinder to catch.
How long does one rod last?
A long time — the thick rod is rated for thousands of strikes.
What's the difference between the Green and Brown kits?
Only the colour. Same rod, same included whistle, lanyard and multi-tool, same $20 price — pick whichever suits your gear.
Shipping, returns, warranty?
FREE Australia-wide shipping, 30-day easy returns and a 12-month warranty, with Aussie-based support.
