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expiredTattyBear | Staff posted Apr 4, 2024 7:09 PM

Coghlan's Fire-in-a-Box / Fire Starter (Magnesium Bar, Flint, Bellow & More)

$7.50

$14

46% off
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Amazon has Coghlan's Fire-in-a-Box / Fire Starter (Magnesium Bar, Flint, Bellow & More) on sale for $7.49. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter TattyBear for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Magnesium bar
  • Flint rod
  • Flint scraper tool
  • Bellow
  • Jute tinder
  • Tin storage can

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $5.50 lower (42% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $12.99.
  • Magnesium bar and flint rod are waterproof.
  • Kit contains enough material to start hundreds of fires.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Amazon has Coghlan's Fire-in-a-Box / Fire Starter (Magnesium Bar, Flint, Bellow & More) on sale for $7.49. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter TattyBear for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Magnesium bar
  • Flint rod
  • Flint scraper tool
  • Bellow
  • Jute tinder
  • Tin storage can

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • Our research indicates that this offer is $5.50 lower (42% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $12.99.
  • Magnesium bar and flint rod are waterproof.
  • Kit contains enough material to start hundreds of fires.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Apr 5, 2024 12:16 AM
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1wondershowApr 5, 2024 12:16 AM
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I just got 2 of these from the last deal. Figured they'd be good to help my son practice
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Apr 5, 2024 2:23 AM
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Apr 5, 2024 3:29 AM
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blueletterdApr 5, 2024 3:29 AM
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Or buy a lighter for 25 cents
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Apr 5, 2024 4:27 AM
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IDontNeedItX3Apr 5, 2024 4:27 AM
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Quote from NervousMoney4299 :
Wouldn't carrying a lighter be easier and cheaper?
Always that one guy that's gotta ask this question every time this deal is posted……
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Apr 5, 2024 1:02 PM
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1wondershowApr 5, 2024 1:02 PM
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So I finally opened mine from a previous deal. For the money it's a decent value but I'm really disappointed by the magnesium block. It has no flint striker on it. You absolutely need a second tool to generate the sparks for it.
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Apr 5, 2024 3:09 PM
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GorgirmApr 5, 2024 3:09 PM
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Quote from NervousMoney4299 :
Wouldn't carrying a lighter be easier and cheaper?
Actually some people prefer not to carry lighter fluid on them for various reasons. This is also a leave it and forget it set up since you dont have to worry about Lighter Fluid leaking out or evaporating over time.
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Apr 5, 2024 5:32 PM
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borntooslowApr 5, 2024 5:32 PM
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Lighters don't start fires underwater duh
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Apr 5, 2024 5:48 PM
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IgnatzApr 5, 2024 5:48 PM
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"About this item
* Fire-in-a-Box
* Fire-in-a-Box
* Fire-in-a-Box
* Fire-in-a-Box
* Fire-in-a-Box"

5 fires-in-a-box? Now that's a deal!
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Apr 5, 2024 5:53 PM
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Apr 5, 2024 5:53 PM
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Quote from borntooslow :
Lighters don't start fires underwater duh
^^^This^^^
Quote from blueletterd :
Or buy a lighter for 25 cents
1973 called and said wants their prices back
Quote from NervousMoney4299 :
Wouldn't carrying a lighter be easier and cheaper?
Yes, but this kit (in concept) seems more geared to the bugout bag or hiking which you might not need the lighter for 1 or 10 or 1000 years. The lighter might not work when you need it most so having fire redundant fire starting methods which cannot 'expire' or could be damaged by rough handling is important. Also butane also gets pretty useless in colder temps while lighter fluid likes to evaporate rather quickly.
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Apr 5, 2024 6:00 PM
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EfficientSwing330Apr 5, 2024 6:00 PM
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Quote from NervousMoney4299 :
Wouldn't carrying a lighter be easier and cheaper?
Yeah but its not nearly as fun! Also you don't get a merit badge for starting a fire with a lighter.

More seriously, when you most need to get and stay warm is when it is wet, windy, and cold - it may be impossible to start a fire at all. The best way to be prepared for extreme elements or "survival" scenario is to bring extra clothes and learn how to stay warm without a fire at all. But bringing a lighter is a good idea too.
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Apr 5, 2024 6:06 PM
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JoshGoldbergApr 5, 2024 6:06 PM
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Quote from 1wondershow :
So I finally opened mine from a previous deal. For the money it's a decent value but I'm really disappointed by the magnesium block. It has no flint striker on it. You absolutely need a second tool to generate the sparks for it.
So you need a lighter? Lol
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Apr 5, 2024 6:12 PM
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cheapbastadApr 5, 2024 6:12 PM
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thanks, tattybear. i know the epiphany bellow is highly rated, but i'm hoping this one is worth the price. anyone have any experience with a coghlan's bellow?
Apr 5, 2024 6:19 PM
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ColoradoFoxtrotApr 5, 2024 6:19 PM
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Quote from 1wondershow :
So I finally opened mine from a previous deal. For the money it's a decent value but I'm really disappointed by the magnesium block. It has no flint striker on it. You absolutely need a second tool to generate the sparks for it.
This says flint rod and striker tool. Does it have the little black cylinder thing?
Apr 5, 2024 6:19 PM
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FootlongBlackApr 5, 2024 6:19 PM
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Fire in a box plus bonus spare 1970's automobile antenna.
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Apr 5, 2024 6:23 PM
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AndrewR4233Apr 5, 2024 6:23 PM
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Thw tinder and bellows would be a useful addition to a lighter
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