Hedge your bets against the weather with a UCO Stormproof Match Kit. Stormproof Matches are windproof, waterproof, light up quickly and consistently in driving rain, heavy winds, and falling snow with a burn time of up to 15 seconds-plus they will relight after being submerged in water. Each kit includes 25 Stormproof Matches, 3 strikers, and a cotton ball inside a waterproof case that floats. The waterproof, durable ABS plastic case can hold up to 40 Stormproof Matches (alternate the match tips with some facing up and some facing down) for longer trips for when you need the added security to build a fire. Being able to reliably make a fire is vital for cooking, generating warmth, and in survival situations, making signal fires. UCO Stormproof Matches are perfect for camping, emergency kits, and should be part of every 10 Essentials check list. If a match becomes wet, just wipe dry before use. If a striker becomes wet, the striker will not work, but needs to dry first so that the surface is once again firm, so use a spare striker (2 spares included) until then. Matches and strikers will last for many years as long as they remain dry and protected from the elements inside the waterproof case or inside a sealed plastic bag. Easily refill your Stormproof Match Kit with UCO Stormproof Matches sold in single (25 matches) or twin-packs (50 matches). Length of match: 2.75 inches (7 cm); Kit Weight: 1.7 oz. (48 g). Designed in Seattle, Made in India. 1-year manufacturer's warranty.
B**Y
Flame is difficult to put out, believe me, I know.
I bought these for use in a bug out bag. I was reviewing the contents of my bag, and decided to test a match, stupidly forgetting the “storm proof” part. While idly sitting on my bed, I lit a match and then desperately tried to blow or shake it out before it burned my fingers.The panic wasn’t necessary though - when the red part was burned through the flame calmed down immediately, and that came long before my fingers. But I am impressed (though in the moment, intensely concerned) that even soaking the flame in the sink wasn’t enough to stop the fire before it got through the red part. Even after it was held directly in the stream of water, it immediately sparked back up again as soon as it was removed. All the qualities that make it inconvenient for lighting in a bedroom make for a great match in a damp camping or emergency setting. Thank you for the great matches. Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to air out my studio, it smells like smoke and flame accelerant.
V**R
Tested them in a storm. Not fun, but they worked.
Finished up a 5 day trip, 3 of which were in pouring rain, day and night. Lighting a fire was tough, even with the matchea, due to soaked tinder. Something to keep in mind is that while they're great, they still won't save wet tinder. I ended up needing to feather stick AND Vaseline soaking a cotton ball to finally get a good flame. Matches didn't let me down, though the striking surface wears out very quickly. After 10 lights, I had to replace it, though I wonder if the wet contributed to its quick wear.Still, I recommend these. Without them, my fire wouldn't have gotten going.
D**E
Love these matches and the container is nice and sturdy.
This is a very good product. Plastic container is sturdy and very visible. Comes with extra strips for striking your matches and a bit of cotton to help keep the moisture level in check could also probably be used as tinder. My only real complaint is that a couple match stick's protective coating stuck to the cotton ruining the wax seal. Not a big deal at all in my case but I worry some containers may have more matches that have been unsealed. I would definitely recommend closely inspecting the matches if you are planning on keeping these for emergency purposes. That aside, this is an excellent product and I will be purchasing more in the near future. (I've included an image of the two damaged matches with a good match for reference.) You could probably reseal the top with some candle wax for an easy waterproof fix.
M**.
This Was So Worth It. Note: No Mirror Here.
I just wanted to note a mistake I made, in case others do the same...other zombified, tired, survival gear hunters :o)I've done so much researching for my kits that I've seen this product from many sellers on many sites. Some had this product with a mirror on the inside of the cap. I saw it so much that when I ordered it here, I expected the mirror. Apparently not all sellers have the mirror version. Now that I have the product it in front of me though I can see just how tiny that mirror would've been, I am not missing it.My mistake aside, this was worth every penny. The container alone was worth what I paid. If you are making really small kits, check the measurements. It may be a little bulky. You could easily take some of the matches out, grab the extra strikers and put them in a small resealable bag.Or take some out and use the space inside the tube to store other things. You could reuse the container for something else entirely. I certainly wouldn't throw it away. It has a thick rubber seal and when I ran it under a pressured water from the faucet and pushed it down into a plugged sink it didn't fail. The matches are big and well coated. Much better than those which only have the orange material. There was no crumbling or broken pieces. Inside of the cap you get some cotton and the extra strikers are in a little bag inside the tube.I'm going to order a backup...in another color.
V**I
These matches will be a blessing in an emergency.
I bought this for our emergency preparedness supplies. The container is well made it is a nice bright easy-to-find bright yellow. It holds 25 extra long and long burning matches. On the side of the container is a striker area with extra replacable strickers in a small plastic bag inside the container. I can use it in an emergency situation to light a candle, a propane stove and/or a campfire. I live in the suburbs and don’t think I will need a campfire you never know what, when or how long you might be in an emergency situation and how long you may need for emergency help to arrive. In the event of an earthquake the streets may be full of rubble and no one can get to you. If I am home and it’s not safe to go into the house I could keep warm with a fire in the fire pit and use a propane stove & our emergency food to have a hot meal. These matches will be the blessing that can provide those simple, but necessary to survive needs.
W**4
They work, but...
The matches work as advertised, and they perform just like you see in some of the videos. Make sure you test them somewhere outdoors where you can let them burn all the way down. These definitely have a place in my emergency kit - after some modification.It comes with a striker installed - it should be removed and stored inside the container. You can strike these on any striker material, including old-school matchbooks, kitchen match boxes, etc.There is a small was of cotton tinder included, it also serves as padding to keep the matches from rattling around.The container is cheap Chinese plastic, and you might get a good one, or you might get a bad one. I got two bad ones. The o-rings are garbage. Neither of the two I ordered was waterproof until I machined the plastic lip and replaced the o-rings, which was a total hassle. Had I know this ahead of time, I would have simply bought the refills and used my own container.Also, totally overpriced, you can buy these at wallymart for 5 bucks.
M**.
Most reliable way to light a fire
A fire steel for longevity, but storm matches for reliability in all weathers. Well that's my opinion anyway. These Uco matches are long and the pot is substantial, holding around 40 plus extra striker strips. For a short backpacking trip, I take half of the matches out and replace them with some home cotton wool infused with vaseline, which I've found to be the best tinder. This is for emergencies...I would go with a simple BIC lighter for most standard purposes.
M**K
Excellent for waterproof storage
The container is sealed with an O ring which keeps it waterproof with the lid done up tightly.It'll float in water which means it's easier to get if you drop it in water by accident or if your mate throws it in a river instead of a large stone (by accident).The striker isn't waterproof and when wet, doesn't work. I'm sure there's a way to keep it working and waterproof.As for the matches, they're the best you can get. If you cannot start a fire with these, then you probably can't start a fire with anything. They last for a very long time and burn really hot.
P**P
they work if your a boy or a girl
Just what i wanted
T**Y
Not worth it very dissapointed
They burn up and go in seconds, wouldnt waste my money again. Really useless. A standard match is way better than these. Dont bother.
N**N
They really work!
Yep they really do work! Of course the first thing we did was light one and dunk it in a glass of water..pulled it out and it relit itself. They are like small sparklers. Brilliant!
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