The BlastMatch fire starter is a highly regarded, one-handed fire starter that produces a shower of sparks in all conditions. Originally designed for military use, the BlastMatch has become extremely popular in the civilian outdoor community as well. It is a dependable producer of hot sparks, requires only one-hand for operation, weighs only 2.7 oz., is 4 inches long and works reliably in extreme environments. The synthetic flint rod can be rotated to adjust for wear and the striker is made from tungsten carbide. The rod is retracted into the handle and protected by a pivoting cap when in the stowed position. As with most well designed survival equipment, the Blast Match has a provision for attaching a lanyard. If it gets wet, just wipe it off and it’s ready to go.