{"product_id":"esee-rat-match-ferrocerium-magnesium-fire-starter","title":"ESEE RAT Match Ferrocerium Magnesium Fire Starter","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe ESEE RAT Match is a dual-material fire starter that combines ferrocerium and magnesium on a single 3-inch rod, giving campers, overlanders, and survival-kit builders a compact, lanyard-ready ignition source rated to start thousands of fires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Materials, One Rod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RAT Match pairs ferrocerium with magnesium on the same rod rather than requiring two separate tools. Ferrocerium throws a high-temperature spark when struck, while magnesium shavings catch and sustain a flame even in damp or windy conditions. Having both materials in one piece means fewer items to track in a kit and a more reliable ignition sequence when conditions are poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Carry Every Day\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 9\/32 inch in diameter and 3 inches long, the RAT Match fits easily in a shirt pocket, a fire-starting pouch, or on a lanyard alongside other kit essentials. Its compact profile means it adds negligible bulk to a bug-out bag, a vehicle emergency kit, or a backpacking loadout without sacrificing the capacity to start thousands of fires over its service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-material rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e ferrocerium and magnesium combined on a single striker\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh ignition count:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to start thousands of fires\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact form factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\/32\" diameter and 3\" long, sized to fit a pocket or lanyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanyard-ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e sized and shaped for attachment to a kit or neck carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFerrocerium \/ Magnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e9\/32\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRAT-MATCH\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThe RAT Match suits overlanders, backpackers, and emergency-preparedness builders who want a single compact tool that handles both spark generation and sustained ignition without carrying separate ferrocerium and magnesium pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThe RAT Match does not include a striker, tinder, or any additional fire-starting accessories. It is a rod only, not a complete fire-starting kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between ferrocerium and magnesium, and why does the RAT Match use both?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eFerrocerium produces an intense spark when struck with a hard edge, while magnesium shavings ignite at a lower threshold and burn hot enough to catch damp tinder. The RAT Match combines both materials on one rod so the user can scrape magnesium shavings first, then strike a spark into them, improving ignition reliability in wet or windy conditions without carrying two separate tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the RAT Match come with a striker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe RAT Match is sold as a rod only and does not include a striker. A knife spine, a dedicated ferro striker, or any hard, sharp edge will work to produce sparks from the ferrocerium portion of the rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eHow should the RAT Match be carried in a kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eAt 3 inches long and 9\/32 inch in diameter, the RAT Match is sized to fit in a fire-starting pouch, a small Altoids-style tin, or on a lanyard. Its compact dimensions make it a practical addition to a vehicle emergency kit, a bug-out bag, or a backpacking fire kit without adding meaningful weight or bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ESEE Knives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50599144423494,"sku":"RAT-MATCH","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/rat-match.png?v=1791596259","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/esee-rat-match-ferrocerium-magnesium-fire-starter","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}