An Überleben fire starter, the Zünden, featuring a black Sånft-korr™ ferro rod paired with a wooden handle. It comes with a black metal striker that has measurement indicators, all connected by a black paracord loop threaded through the handle's hole, displayed against a white background.
A flat lay photo displays a survival ferro rod on a weathered wooden surface. Items include the Zünden | Fire Starter, and a striker with the brand name "Überleben" on it. The scene emphasizes rugged, outdoor preparedness gear.
A hand with dirt-covered fingers holds the Überleben Zünden Fire Starter. The fire starter includes a ferrocerium rod with an Überleben wooden handle and a striker tool with measurement markings, both attached to a cord. The ferro rod is part of the durable Sånft-korr™ ferrocerium series.
The Zünden Fire Starter by Überleben features a black ferro rod with a wooden handle and an attached black paracord lanyard. The other end of the lanyard holds a metal multi-tool striker, ensuring reliable ignition every time.
An Überleben fire starter, the Zünden, featuring a ferrocerium rod and metal striker attached to a black cord, lies on a rough, dark surface. Wood shavings and remnants of previous strikes are scattered around.
Close-up of hands striking a ferro rod, the Zünden | Fire Starter from Überleben, creating sparks against a dark background. The image captures the intensity and precision of the action, highlighting the glowing sparks flying out from the contact point, demonstrating the efficacy of Sanft-korr™ ferroceruim.
Demonstration video of the Überleben Zünden ferrocerium rod.
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Zünden Original | Fire Starter

$ 16.00 $ 18.00

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The Fire Starter that put Überleben on the map. Timeless as fire, there's just something about natural wood.

  • 3/8" diameter ferrocerium rod is good for 15,000 strikes
  • Molten spark showers at 5,500ºF (3,000ºC) to ignite a fire in any weather (even when wet), at any altitude from our Sånft-korr™ ferro.
  • Premium 100% hardwood handle is handmade, and provides a natural textured grip.
  • Includes ferro rod, 6-function multi-tool scraper, and mil-spec 550 paracord lanyard.
  • Length: 4.5" 
  • Weight: 2.5 oz.
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