UST SparkForce Fire Starter with Durable Construction and Lanyard for Camping, Backpacking, Hiking, Emergency and Outdoor Survival DIMENSIONS: 3.1 L x 0.75 W x 0.4 D and weighs 1 oz EASE OF USE: Hold metal striker against the flint rod, apply pressure along the rod to create sparks and direct the sparks downward onto prepared surface to ignite the tinder DURABLE: The flint-based bar will last for multiple strikes and the striker is built into the detachable cap to protect the flint and prevent unintended sparks VERSATILITY: Ignites a wide range of tinder including UST Wetfire RELIABLE: Generates sparks in rain, wind and other adverse weather conditions