What to use if you don't have a lighter?

Answer 1

I had no lighter or matches so I tryed a few thing .... i tried to use a hair straightner and that fail ... i also tried the oven but i couldn't work it so .....so i then fought the toaster and it worked :) be careful though

Answer 2

If you don't have a lighter and need to start a fire or light something, there are alternative methods you can consider. Here are a few options:

1. **Matches:**

   • If you have matches, they are a straightforward alternative to a lighter. Make sure the matches are dry and store them in a waterproof container if possible.

2. **Firestarter:

   • Firestarter materials, such as magnesium fire starters or firestarter blocks, can be effective in igniting a fire. These are often compact and easy to carry.

3. **Flint and Steel:**

   • Flint and steel or ferrocerium rods can be used to create sparks. Strike the steel against the flint or ferrocerium rod, and the sparks generated can ignite tinder.

4. **Battery and Steel Wool:**

   • Touching a steel wool pad to the terminals of a battery (such as a 9-volt battery) can create sparks and ignite the steel wool. Ensure you have suitable tinder to catch the sparks.

5. **Sunlight and Magnifying Glass:**

   • On a sunny day, you can use a magnifying glass to focus sunlight onto tinder, creating enough heat to start a fire. This method requires direct sunlight and may not work well in cloudy conditions.

6. **Friction Fire:

   • Techniques like the bow drill or hand drill involve creating friction between two pieces of wood to generate heat and ignite tinder. These methods require practice and skill.

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