Ferro rods, or magnesium blocks?

The only thing that I don't like about using the knife blade with a mag block is that, in my experience, it burns and pits the steel. Even when just using an inexpensive Opinel (great spine for that), I feel guilty. If it were a more serious situation I wouldn't worry about using my most treasured knife, but I like to practice.

That sheath pocket is pretty sweet. :)
 
As promised, here are some more photos of the K & M match case. The one that I have is the long brass model designed to hold the longer REI windproof matches. I was originally thinking of ordering the anodized aluminum version, but the owner Keith recommended the brass as a better classic option that will age better. He said that weight difference is about an ounce and unless you are the type of person who cuts your tooth in half to save weight, get the brass. I am very pleased with this match case. I subsequently ordered more to give away as gifts to friends and family and everybody loves them.

Here are the photos:

This is what you get in the package (match case, keeper string plus one extra, 2 extra o-rings, match striker, protective cap for compass, & warranty/instruction sheet.)



This photo shows the keeper string un-twisted so that you can open the cap. The string also keeps you from dropping or losing the cap.



Open end view.



Base end view of the body.




I really recommend these match cases if you are in the market for something like this. I have no financial interest in this company. I am just a satisfied customer that likes to see a great little American business succeed.

Phil
 
Phil. I just ordered the exact same one, per your recommendations. For your sake. I hope it is a good one...............:D

Martin
 
I see what you're saying, I was pretty apprehensive about hurting the appearance of my blades when I first started practicing bushcraft with nicer knives. The spine will definitely get a very small pitting on the spine, and even though it's very small, if you're OCD like me, it will bother you. But I just got used to it, as I got used to the natural patina and the scratches that gradually come about with more use. I never had issue with "burning" of the steel though. It'll leave a burnt mark on it, but all you have to do is wipe it off (it helps if the knife is typically well oiled, and i literally just wipe it with my fingers once or twice).

One other option would be to get a knife that has a ferro notch, but sometimes they're hit or miss in that i've seen some crap ferro notches (won't name names). One ferro notch that works very very well is the ones done by Guy at Survive! Since most of his blades are CPM-3V, and since the ferro notches mimic the curvature of the ferro rods, the pitting is hardly noticeable, if any. The only down side with them is availability issues, late delivery on pre-orders, and lack of proper communication of delays (likely part of the growing pains of being new to the business that has grown pretty fast). But Guy is indeed a good guy who is obsessive about putting out high quality product, so most people are satisfied once they get their hands on one.

I'll again propose the Mora Bushcraft black option as it has a great sharp spine. The knife is less than 40 bucks, light, and can be sharpened to be razor sharp (I like having a robust edge on my primary knife, and a second small knife being very sharp at the expense of loosing some durability). I find it a perfect companion to my FB Bushcrafter, which is my primary bushcraft knife at least for next couple of months.

Strigamort said:
The only thing that I don't like about using the knife blade with a mag block is that, in my experience, it burns and pits the steel. Even when just using an inexpensive Opinel (great spine for that), I feel guilty. If it were a more serious situation I wouldn't worry about using my most treasured knife, but I like to practice.

That sheath pocket is pretty sweet. :)
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