Originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense, the Swedish FireSteel Firestarter produces a 3,000°C spark for easy fire building in any weather, at any altitude. Swedish FireSteel’s dependability has made it a favorite of survival experts, hunters, fishermen and campers. It has also found its way into cabins and backyards as a fool-proof way to light stoves and gas barbecues. The Scout produces 3,000 strikes Improvements The new Swedish FireSteel has a better striker and a built-in emergency whistle which serves a double purpose: emergency signaling and reduced overall weight.