How do you use this? mine wont spark

Here are some ideas: 1. Scrape the black coating off. It's an anti corrosive coating to reduce and prevent rust. You won't obtain sparks while the the protectant is still over the ferrocerium. 2. IF you're using the included striker look closely on the edge. Assuming you're right handed the long end is actually an "L" shape, with a slight lip to help with scraping. should you use that scraper in your left hand you'll be on the soft side of the rod and have a very difficult time. 3. Reseve the crescent scaper for fatwood or other uses. 4. IF you're using a knife and can't get a spark then there's a 99.99% chance you don't have a 90 degree spine on the knife OR your knife is stainless steel or had a black protective coating (think K-Bar). You won't get a spark with those problems. You want a carbon steel knife. Note: Morakniv make bushcraft knives with a black coating - those work well with ferro rods. That coating is different than most and was designed to allow users to get sparks from their rods. I hope this helps. I'm almost 100% sure one of these is the cause of the difficulty you're experiencing. All the best.

If you have to scrape off the black coating 4 it to work, why do they put the black coating on?

The black coating anti corrosive. It comes off pretty easily. It’s just an extra layer of protection until the ferro rod is first used.

Will this fit in the sheath for the benchmade bushcrafter?

I think the Bushcrafter sheath hole is too small for this thick 1/2" rod. I believe their sheath is 5/16" -- so the Überleben Zünden Trad (5/16") should do you right!! - Tim | MOL

do you get 2,seems for 32.00.?

No - for the money you get 1/2”x6” stick - the 3” sells for $18 same thickness

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überleben Hexå Fire Starter | 1/2” Thick Hexagon Bushcraft Fire Steel | 3” or 6” Lengths | 20,000 Strikes | Survival Ferro Rod | Multi-Tool Striker & Full Grain Leather Lanyard

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Brand
Überleben
Flavour
Natural Wood
Item Form
Rod
Item Weight
118 g
Material
Alloy Steel

💧Waterproof & ignites even when wet

🔥20,000 strikes for relentless sparks

🛠️6-sided hex design for max surface contact

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Description

🔥 Strike fast, survive longer — the Hexå lights your wildest adventures!

MULTI TOOL MASTERY - Includes 6-function striker with leather lanyard—your all-in-one survival sidekick.
UNMATCHED SPARK POWER - 20,000 strikes deliver blazing fires every time, no matter the conditions.
TAILORED FOR ADVENTURE - Choose from 3”, 4”, or 6” lengths to fit your pack and fire-starting style.
HEXAGONAL EDGE ADVANTAGE - Six wide striking surfaces maximize spark output for rapid ignition.
WEATHERPROOF RELIABILITY - Waterproof ferro rod ignites effortlessly even in rain or snow.

The überleben Hexå Fire Starter is a premium, hexagon-shaped ferrocerium rod engineered for serious outdoor enthusiasts. Featuring a durable Sånft-korr ferro blend, it delivers up to 20,000 reliable strikes and ignites fires even when wet. Its unique six-sided flat profile increases spark surface area for faster fire starting. Equipped with a multi-tool striker and full-grain leather lanyard, it’s a versatile survival essential available in multiple lengths to suit any expedition.

Specifications

ASIN	B07P19TCTT
Best Sellers Rank	#229,124 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports, Fitness & Outdoors ) #1,552 in Lighters & Fire Starters (Sports, Fitness & Outdoors)
Brand	Überleben
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 1,834 Reviews
Enclosure Material	Alloy Steel
Flavor	Natural Wood
Flavour	Natural Wood
Included Components	Fire Starter
Item Form	Rod
Item Weight	118 g
Manufacturer	Überleben
Manufacturer Part Number	UB-HESI-0101
Material	Alloy Steel
Number of Packs	1
UPC	850005432111

Reviews

D**N

This is a must for your emergency kit it won't let you down .

Arrived on time . Produces lots of sparks with proper tinder will provide necessary ignition to start emergency fire . Ideal for backpack . Excellent Emergency fire starter

26.06.2025

J**L

Es pequeño

No es cómo sale en la imagen, es más pequeño

7.03.2024

C**E

Easy to learn. Strikes well.

I love this tool. Takes few strikes to learn angle of strike but perfect after that. May get another to keep handy at home.

8.10.2026

N**I

Uberleben

Excellent and reliable product

29.07.2024

M**.

Throws sparks some distance, this us a robust, longlife, fire starter tool.

This product actually works, I struck it at a friend's house and nearly set his carpet on fire lol I think it would still need a dry medium like dry twigs or sawdust , or anything that can set in fire relatively easily, definitely invaluable if ur out in a forest and need to light a fire.

25.07.2026

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