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Anybody know of a manufacturer, or bulk supplier??

Ferrocium Rod -- is the full name, of course.
 
Check here..
http://www.epcamps.com/4in_Flint.html

I like these better because they are ALL ferro, rather than Ferro/Magnesium.
The 1/2 inch thick design makes it easier to use, the 4 inch length makes a HUGE shower of sparks, and the size means it doesn't get "lost" in your pack or pocket.
 
Rescue Mike said:
Check here..
http://www.epcamps.com/4in_Flint.html

I like these better because they are ALL ferro, rather than Ferro/Magnesium.
The 1/2 inch thick design makes it easier to use, the 4 inch length makes a HUGE shower of sparks, and the size means it doesn't get "lost" in your pack or pocket.
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Agreed, this is the one I have, the girth plus the 4" length really allows you to develop a beefy spark.

Oh yeah, officially, it's Ferrocerium
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrocerium

Also called "Mischmetal" if you want to do a Google Search.
 
Thats a great link and good 411, but I'm more interested in buying a 6' length of it or something like that. $16 for 4" seems steep. I want a manuf. Any ideas?
 
The only way you are gonna get a 6 ft length is to buy from a wholesale metal co. There are a couple out of China that have good stuff.. There is a couple that will sell you a bulk, but that's gonna be pricey.. Most are between $35 - $45 per kg. They require you to set up a business account, and buy 3 - 4 kg lots. And I haven't seen any at 6 ft lengths.. Most cut it down because it's so brittle, they can't guarantee it will remain whole during shipping!

Hope this helps! Good luck in your search!
 
I have been all over the internet looking for these. There is a guy on e-bay selling 1/4X3.5 rods pretty cheaply. I want to know where he gets them, but he won't say for sure. Try the bay, you may have better luck than I did.:thumbup:
 
I saw that Matt. And I'm considering it, but I'd like to just order a boxfull.

When I said 6' lengths I just meant being able to get it as a raw material. I wouldn't mind if they were chopped up. Heck. Odd looking chunks would be fine with me.
 
I found a source. More 411 as it comes.
 
aproy1101 said:
Anybody know of a manufacturer, or bulk supplier??

Ferrocium Rod -- is the full name, of course.
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http://www.doanfirestarter.com/main.htm

You will have to give them a call to see just how much they will sell you, they might require you to buy more then you are ready to buy.

The lady I talked to sent me some end pieces for a very small about IIRC approx $12 for a dozen pieces that were 5" to 6" in length.

ciao
Ron;)
 
andy- great info. for sure.... :thumbup:

what do you plan on using them for.... are you going to make handles for them.....

mike
 
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