Kershaw Fire Starter Overview

The Kershaw Fire Starter 1019 is a compact magnesium firesteel tool designed to help you start a fire in wet, cold, or windy conditions. The Kershaw Fire Starter 1019 uses a magnesium alloy shaft that delivers a strong shower of sparks to ignite dry grass, wood shavings, or other fine tinder. Because of this, it becomes a dependable part of your camping, hunting, boating, or emergency kit instead of just another piece of gear.

In addition, this Kershaw fire starter includes a chrome plated steel striker that is easy to hold and use, helping you produce consistent sparks even with gloved or cold hands. A molded plastic handle and attached nylon cord make the tool simple to grip and keep close at hand, whether you clip it to a pack, slip it into a pocket, or stash it in a dry box. Furthermore, its 3.1 inch overall length and 1.1 oz weight make it handy for lighting camp stoves and gas barbecues. In an emergency, the bright spark can even serve as a basic signal.

If you like the Kershaw Fire Starter, you may also want to check out our compact survival knives and EDC tools that pair well with this firesteel. For additional manufacturer details, see the official Kershaw page for the Kershaw Fire Starter.

Specifications

• Brand: Kershaw

• Model: Fire Starter

• SKU / Model number: 1019 / 1019X (magnesium firesteel version)

• Tool type: Magnesium firestarter / firesteel tool

• Shaft steel / rod material: Magnesium firesteel

• Striker material: Chrome‑plated steel

• Handle material: Molded plastic / glass filled nylon

• Overall length: 3.1 in (8.0 cm)

• Rod length (approx.): 1.5 (3.8 cm)

• Rod thickness: 0.236 in (6 mm) firesteel shaft

• Weight: 1.1 oz (31.2 g)

• Carry / attachment: Nylon cord / lanyard, key ring style carry

• Strikes: Firesteel shaft rated for up to 3,000 strikes