"they" recommend the use of a "art knife" as a striker -- what is a art knife??

Don't know what an art knife is but THE BEST thing i have found to use for a striker is a 3 inch piece of either a hack saw blade or sawzall blade, use the edge of the SMOOTH side of the blade at a slight angle (press against it hard). practice with it you'll get it,, and it will shower sparks !!!

What do you suggest for the striker? The back of a pocket knife? Can a hard stone be used? What type of "striker" does this need?

Any piece of HIGH CARBON STEEL will work just fine. Just use extreme caution if you find yourself with only a folding knife to use as a striker. The blade can close as you scrape the rod with the back of the blade and can cut you, adding to your problems. I usually use the back (spine) of my Becker bk-2. I used a wire brush on a grinder to take the finish off of the spine. It throws good sparks. A piece of an old hacksaw blade works very well too! Just anything made from high carbon steel. If you’re like most of us and don’t have a degree in metallurgy there is a simple way to find out if your metal is high carbon steel. Simply test it with a bench grinder (preferably) if it throws a ton of sparks when touched to the grinding wheel, then you have a piece of high carbon steel. Try different steels. A lawnmower blade, old gardening tools, etc. the more surface area you have contacting the ferry rod the more sparks you will have. Ideally a couple of pieces of old hacksaw blade welded, epoxied, or riveted together with a contour matching the rod will amaze you with the amount of sparks produced. Make a few extra. Strikers have a knack for disappearing when you need one. Just set the flat end of the ferro rod down on the metal and trace a half circle onto the metal. Then you can use a dremel, drill press, metal punch, or whatever you have on hand to cut out the half circle matching the ferro rod. Then unleash the sparks!

Is this ferrocerium all throughout the bar? I’ve seen some where the core is just steel and only a thin outer layer will make a spark

I am seeing this as well, that it seems to be a steel rod with only a thin outer coating of ferrocerium. It is not only that the sparking stops after a few dozen strikes in the same area, it also becomes wavy and hard enough to mar the ridge of my knife causing metal burs. I do not trust this product anymore after this experience recently backpacking, which is a real shame because I have several sets.

What does Each rod weigh?

The weight of one 1/2" x 5" ferro rod is approx 115g.

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🔥 Spark Your Survival Skills!

LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE - Perfect for camping, survival, and outdoor enthusiasts.
SECURE CONVENIENT - 4mm lanyard hole for easy attachment and security.
WEATHERPROOF WONDER - Creates sparks in any conditions, at any altitude.
UNMATCHED DURABILITY - Lasts for approximately 12,000 strikes.
IGNITE YOUR ADVENTURE - Compact design for on-the-go fire starting.

The bayite Survival Drilled Ferrocerium Flint Fire Starter Rod Kit is a compact and durable fire starter designed to ignite flames in any weather condition. Measuring 5 inches in length, it produces an impressive spark of up to 3000 degrees Celsius and can withstand approximately 12,000 strikes. With a convenient 4mm lanyard hole, this essential tool is perfect for outdoor adventures, ensuring you’re always prepared to light a fire when it matters most.

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Manufacturer	bayite
Part number	1A207
Item Weight	99.8 g
Package Dimensions	16.21 x 3.51 x 2.11 cm; 99.79 g
Item model number	1A207
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bayite Survival Drilled Ferrocerium Flint Fire Starter Rod Kit with Toggle Lanyard Hole 5 Inch 13 cm

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