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Realearner
27-01-2012, 08:39 PM
Hi all, had read about jute string being a good fire tinder so found some in wilkinsons and purchased. Done the splitting down and fluffing it up, one spark and there it was burning like a good un.
Love it, and will be adding it to my fire kit :D
Anyone else ever used this?
luresalive
27-01-2012, 09:30 PM
Yep,it's decent enough but I prefer more "natural" tinders found on the day, makes it more of a challenge...
CanadianMike
28-01-2012, 01:10 AM
I love jute as a tinder, works great (unless trying to light with a cig).....
Realearner
28-01-2012, 07:18 PM
Natural tinders are the best as always, however it's always nice to have a reliable back up and at that price who am I to knock it. I also carry more than one form of ignition ;)
Also I am fairly new to all this so I do lack the knowledge and experience of a lot of members.
luresalive
28-01-2012, 07:25 PM
Natural tinders are the best as always, however it's always nice to have a reliable back up and at that price who am I to knock it. I also carry more than one form of ignition ;)
Also I am fairly new to all this so I do lack the knowledge and experience of a lot of members.

I agree completely, always use natural tinders if you can,but if unavailable then always have a back up..remember 2 is 1 , 1 is none!
CanadianMike
28-01-2012, 10:44 PM
That tactical firearms training moto covers so many other areas, I love it! Words to live by, and also words to prep by....
LSKnives
01-04-2012, 04:35 AM
Great backup especially if you soak it in paraffin wax first.
jediknightofthewoods
02-04-2012, 03:06 PM
Yes I do prefer to use natural tinders where possible but jute twine is way up there for me in terms of 'other' tnders to use. In fact, being as the twine itself is obviously a form of cordage, and therefore multipurpose, its probably my preferred tinder over cotton balls and petroleum jelly, which I am sure some people will scoff at! lol! I always have a small tin of vaseline in my belt pouch to use with it, and its ready made for using as a wick as well. I love the stuff!
El
07-04-2012, 09:14 PM
Jute string now added to my box-o-tricks thanks guys lol
m0txr
13-04-2012, 12:36 AM
Duly added to mine also.