Survival Fire Starter & Steel Striker, with Compass, Magnesium Rod Fero Rod Ideal for home use and Survival outdoor camping, hunting and hiking bracelet can be used for scouts, fishing, military, outdoor activities and wilderness adventures I am a U.S.A. seller so all items are stocked and shipped in the U.S. Most items ship within 24 hours. This magnesium flint fire starter is great for home use and outdoor camping. It is a 4 in 1 survival tool with a Magnesium fire rod, Scraper, Ruler, and Bottle Opener.The strong and versatile black Paracord strap makes it easy to attach to anywhere. The metal striker has a built-in saw to ruler to make navigation easier. A long Magnesium fire rod will give you thousands of sparks. It is lightweight at 2 ounces so you can carry it anywhere with little effort. SpecificationsMaterial: Magnesium, nylon Type: Fire starter, FirestarterFlint rod: Magnesium flint 2.75 inch length by 1/3 inch diameterComplete measurements: 4.75 inch length with handleThis item will ship by USPS first class with tracking. Faster options are available. I ship daily often within minutes or hours of purchase. I deliver orders to the Post Office daily, yes even Sundays or holidays when the post office is closed. That means I do everything I can to get you your purchase as fast as possible. How to start a firePrepare the tinder you have chosen.The new flint need to scrape several times in order to remove its surface black oxide layers in the first time.Hold a striker (or knife spine) against the top of the flint rod at a 45° angle. Scrape the striker down with rapid even movements. Allow sparks to fall onto tinder.It will take practice to get a spark but once you get a spark this works great.