Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8 x 4 x 1 inches |
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Package Weight | 0.09 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 0.5 x 1.5 inches |
Item Weight | 0.07 Kilograms |
Brand Name | ust |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty. |
Model Name | UST20-900-0014-002 |
Color | Orange |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | UST - Ultimate Survival Technologies |
Part Number | 20-900-0014-002 |
Model Year | 2015 |
Included Components | UST - Ultimate Survival Technologies BlastMatch Fire Starter, Orange |
Size | One Size |
UST BlastMatch Fire Starter with One-Handed Operation and Lightweight Design for Camping, Hiking, Emergency and Outdoor Survival
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Brand | ust |
Flavor | Orange |
Item Weight | 0.07 Kilograms |
About this item
- DIMENSIONS: 4.1” L x 1.4” W x 1” D and weighs 2.3 oz
- EASE OF USE: One handed, flint-based firestarter generates intensely hot sparks that can be directionally targeted with minimal effort and the safety button in the cap prevents accidental sparks
- VERSATILITY: Ignites a wide range of tinder including UST WetFire Tinder (not included)
- RELIABLE: Works in the rain and other adverse weather conditions and generates 3 times the heat of ordinary matches
- DURABLE: The flint bar rotates 360 degrees for an even wear and the built-in carbide striker and spring-loaded flint-based bar will last up to 4,000 strikes
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From the manufacturer
UST BlastMatch Fire Starter
Portable Fire Ignition Tool
The UST BlastMatch Fire Starter is a unique one-handed flint-based fire starter that generates intensely hot sparks with minimal effort and is ideal for those with an injured or immobilized arm. It can be used in any weather, will last up to 4,000 strikes, and works when wet.
It ignites a wide range of tinder, including UST WetFire Tinder (not included) and sparks can be directionally targeted. Flint bar packs down into cap to prevent accidental sparks when not in use. Flint bar also rotates 360 degrees for even wear. The UST BlastMatch measures 4.1 by 1.4 inches (LxW) and weighs 2.3 ounces (65 grams).
Details
- Works in rain and other adverse weather conditions
- Lasts up to 4,000 strikes
- Ignites a wide range of tinder
- Flint closes safely in cap to prevent unwanted sparks
Features
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360 Flint RotationFlint rotates around the ferro rod to ensure an even wear after long periods of use. |
Compact DesignFolds up to protect the flint and rod and can be stored virtually anywhere. |
One Handed OperationCan be used with one hand, allowing for manipulation of the tinder with the other hand to ensure a solid fire quickly. |
About UST
Saving the Day Since 1936
Ultimate Survival Technologies (UST) has been manufacturing camping, survival, personal safety, and emergency preparedness equipment for over 80 years.
From family camping and ultralight backpacking treks to backcountry rescue and home power outages, UST offers a full range of products for outdoor recreation and survival situations.
Innovative Outdoor Gear
- LED Lighting
- Survival Tools & Kits
- Fire Starters
- Emergency Shelters
- Navigation & Signal Devices
- Cutting Tools
- Camp Kitchen & Stoves
- Insect Protection
Product Description
A unique one-handed, flint-based fire starter, the patented UST BlastMatch Fire Starter generates intensely hot sparks with minimal effort and is ideal for those with an injured or immobilized arm. It can be used in any weather, will last up to 4,000 strikes, and works when wet.
It ignites a wide range of tinder, including UST WetFire Tinder (not included) and sparks can be directionally targeted. Flint bar packs down into cap to prevent accidental sparks when not in use. Flint bar also rotates 360 degrees for even wear. The UST BlastMatch measures 4.1 by 1.4 inches (LxW) and weighs 2.3 ounces (65 grams).
UST Brands has been manufacturing camping, survival, personal safety, and emergency preparedness equipment for over 80 years, including innovative LED lights, all-weather fire starters, premium outdoor cutting tools, camp kitchen products, first aid kits, unbreakable signal mirrors, and more.
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ASIN | B00930XV18 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #19,328 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #31 in Camping Emergency Fire Starters |
Date First Available | October 5, 2010 |
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Customers like the ease of use and performance of the solid fire fuel. For example, they mention it's super easy to use, simple, and works well with any tinder. They appreciate the operation, and size. That said, some complain about the durability. Opinions are mixed on sparks, quality, and value.
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Customers like the performance of the solid fire fuel. They say it works well with any tinder, is easy to use, and produces a shower of sparks. Customers also mention that it's light weight, and a great piece of gear to have with you for fire. They also say it'll work in the rain and snow and is the perfect tool to teach survival skills to children.
"...this will do it. Soft ferro rod, works easily, throws good amount of sparks, will it replace my regular rod?..." Read more
"Works well once you figure out how to use it." Read more
"...Good stuff: Moderately compact. Effective when used properly. For the average and stronger person it should work with one hand...." Read more
"...every alternate fire starter, and I find this one to be the best at getting the job done...." Read more
Customers find the solid fire fuel easy to use. They mention it's simple, effective, and light. Some say it works one-handed and does not take much coordination.
"Good heavy duty fire starter. Creates giant sparks. it is easy to use. Description does not do it justice. A good value." Read more
"...a video on how to use the BlastMatch and I was surprised how easy it looked to use with just one hand. All the other strike kits required two hands...." Read more
"...Its very easy to use, I was able to draw white hot sparks on the 2nd attempt to use it...." Read more
"...Easy one hand operation, big sparks where you want em & not having to use a knife to scrape against...." Read more
Customers like the operation of the fire starter. They say it can be operated with one hand, and that it allows one free hand.
"Summary: This fire starter works one-handed easily and does not take much coordination...." Read more
"One-handed use is a good feature in case you're unable to use two hands...." Read more
"...Designed for one handed operation and definitely best paired with a cut and fluff type fire fuse or tinder. Will also work well with dry tinder...." Read more
"...This thing is super lightweight, but operates easily with one hand." Read more
Customers like the size of the solid fire fuel. They mention it's compact, light weight, and doesn't take up a lot of room in their pack or pocket. Customers also say it shoots sparks instantly.
"...It is made well enough for its purpose and it isn't too large to carry along, although sturdier and smaller would be good...." Read more
"...It compresses up into a small device enclosed into its handle that does not leave the rod exposed to be accidently broken off if packed too..." Read more
"...It's light, not much bigger than a cigarette lighter, you can carry it in your pocket... and it creates massive intense shower of hot sparks...." Read more
"...Though the Sparkie does not fold inside of itself, it is not that big and has not broken in my backpack." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the solid fire fuel. Some mention it's an outstanding firestarter that produces a very effective shower of sparks and works well with any tinder. However, others say that it'll break on the first try, seems a little flimsy, and is more susceptible to mechanical malfunction.
"Good heavy duty fire starter. Creates giant sparks. it is easy to use. Description does not do it justice. A good value." Read more
"...not using the striker against one area all the time and this gives the unit longevity...." Read more
"...Doubtful, butt it is a good option to have. Seems a little flimsy, but works as expected and I would reccomend...." Read more
"...It is made well enough for its purpose and it isn't too large to carry along, although sturdier and smaller would be good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sparks produced by the solid fire fuel. Some mention that it creates giant sparks, while others say that it didn't produce as many sparks as they would have liked.
"Good heavy duty fire starter. Creates giant sparks. it is easy to use. Description does not do it justice. A good value." Read more
"...I tried striking and no spark...." Read more
"...With ONE hand! There were a lot of big sparks, not little wussy ones...." Read more
"...Had press for over a minute to get a very small spark. May be user error but just used ended up using the back up old fashion flint stick." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the solid fire fuel. Some mention that it's not bad for the price, while others say that it is a waste of time and money.
"...it is easy to use. Description does not do it justice. A good value." Read more
"Cheap, flimsy and they even sent the wrong color...." Read more
"...Peace of mind for a very small price!" Read more
"...The cap on this product is secured to the body of it very cheaply and will likely break off at some point with relatively little stress put on it..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the solid fire fuel. They mention that the rod fell out of its enclosure, the fero rod became dislodged, and the glued-in spark stick comes loose. The flint bar fell out after two uses and the rod was detached. Some customers also report that the metal bit fell out on third use.
"Metal bit fell out on third use; if I didn’t have a metal detector it would’ve been lost forever" Read more
"...Also because the starter stick tends to fall out of the cartridge. The glue holding it isn't very strong, but a little super glue took care of that...." Read more
"...morning 2 out of the three we opened were broken with the flint bar falling out...." Read more
"...Rod seems dangerously loose, flimsy attachment. Pressure on striker piece has to be very firm and the device has to be held straight up vertical...." Read more
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I found a video on how to use the BlastMatch and I was surprised how easy it looked to use with just one hand. All the other strike kits required two hands. As I get (a bit) older I find my hands are not be as nimble as they were all those years ago so this unit started to look more interesting.
I ordered two of the units from Amazon (Acme Approved) and they were in our mailbox within just a few days. I was curious, having seen the video, if this was a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get). Once I was able to extract one of them from the manufacturer's package, I read the back of the package to see if the instructions were the same as I remembered in the video. They seemed to be the same.
The fire starter looked like the one in the video. I put a cotton ball on an old paint lid we keep around for these kinds of things, lightly pushed in the "striker tab", and pushed down. You have to do this a couple of times initially to remove the protective black oxide coating. The third push lit up the cotton ball like the 4th of July. I was taken by surprise because I just didn't put that much effort into pressing the striker tab or pushing down on the flint. With ONE hand! There were a lot of big sparks, not little wussy ones.
Another nice feature is the flint rod easily turns so you're not using the striker against one area all the time and this gives the unit longevity. If the unit gets wet, simply wipe off the water and you can use it immediately.
When I was through playing.... uh.... experimenting..... I flipped the end cap up and over to go on top of the flint and pushed it down so the flint was enclosed. It's self-packaging. When I get ready to use it again I push up on the end cap and rotate it 180 degrees to be a part of the bottom I push on to get sparks. Someone put a lot of thought into making this fire starter.
Here are the directions on the back of the package:
1. Place thumb on BlastMatch cap next to the striker tab, against the lip of the cap, exposing the spring-loaded flint bar.
2. Push end cap over flint bar and slide to rear of BlastMatch body. Fit cap on rear of BlastMatch body.
3. Place thumb on striker bar and press down with medium pressure. (Reviewer note - I used "light pressure")
4. While maintaining pressure with your thumb on the striker tab, plunge the body of the BlastMatch down the striker bar. Initiate a few strikes to remove black oxide coating and expose bare flint.
A "WetFire" cube is included in the package. You scrape the cube to get some starting tinder.
I'm so pleased with the BlastMasters. I thought I would never find a product durable enough to go in our survival gear. I read the comment where the reviewer said it was not for survival situations because you can't light things you find in the woods. That depends on a lot of factors; however, any survivalist/camper/hiker knows to carry flammable material to use with nature's combustible material (dead leaves, dead grass, dry pine needles, etc).
UPDATE!
Well... more of a qualifying statement really.
I've continued to use the blast match (same one) for the better part of a year now and I guess I've started 70 or 80 fires with it since that first use above. The thing is still going. *My qualifier: Don't go running into the woods expecting to point the blast match at a wet log in the rain and have the thing burst into flames; the planet cannon from the deathstar it is not. You still need DRY, fine, tinder or, better yet, do what I do which borders on cheating - I use little blocks of WetFire AND magnesium fire starter as well when I've got both to use and things are wet. I pile my tinder and wood shavings around the end of a sturdy chunk of wood that serves as my base plate. Generally my base piece is just a short stick that I've batoned in half, length wise, with my Ka-bar. I put the WetFire block on my flat base piece, shave a layer of magnesium on top of that and then strike the blast match next to it to set the thing off. That'll frikken do it I tell you, wet wood or no. Pull a bullet and substitute gunpowder if you can keep it dry and that will work well too. As long as you can supply enough in the way of twigs and/or wood shavings your little piece of WetFire should burn long enough to keep your fire going initially and you can add bigger pieces and generate enough heat to dry wet stuff as you go. It's so much easier than just dry tinder it's almost embarrasing. "well why not just use a lighter then?" you ask. A lighter will work with Wetfire of course, just so long as the lighter stays dry and/or does not/has not run out of fuel or it isn't so cold the lighter doesn't want to work. I don't bother dealing with those problems anymore and I say I'm so much the better off for it.
The Blast Match still gets Five stars.
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Probablemente no forme parte de mi equipo pues no me inspira confianza.
•Valoraciones:
-Materiales: 3/5.
Materiales de construcción de poca calidad,
el cuerpo de plástico se nota endeble y frágil para este sistema. Remarcar que la tapa del ferrocerio se sostiene sobre dos nervios de plástico bastante delicados.
-Funcionamiento: 2/5
En funcionamiento no es bueno pues al accionarlo pude comprobar como la cuchilla que incorpora el pulsador es endeble.
No genera chispas correctamente, mas bien genera virutas o se resbala sobre el ferrocerio.
El único inconveniente que podría pasar por alto es el ruido del resorte que incorpora en el interior.
•Conclusion:
Si está interesado en este produco le sugiero otros ferrocerios de mayor calidad y prácticamente al mismo precio, sin ir más lejos el hermano de este modelo el "UST StrikeForce" y también el ferrocerio de una famosa marca sueca.
Gefällt mir sehr gut. Ist zwar nicht ganz billig, aber mir istbes das Wert.
Der Feuertahl wackelt zwar ein bisschen und die hülle wirkt ein klein wenig billig, allerdings gibtnes für mich bis jetzt nichts zu beanstanden. Der Durchmesser vom Feuerstahl ist ziemlich groß. Ich hoffe ich werde lange freude daran haben. Habe schon Erfahrungen mit anderen Feuerstählen gemacht, allerdings stand der Blastmatch wegen der einhändigen Bedienung schon länger auf meiner Wunschliste und er gefällt mir sehr gut.