The Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin Flint and Steel Kit is a meticulously crafted replica inspired by the historic Hudson Bay tobacco box. This kit invites you to experience the ancient art of fire-making with essential tools and high-quality materials, making it an indispensable companion for outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, and history buffs alike.
Features of the Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin Flint and Steel Kit
Essential Fire-Making Components
- Complete Kit: Includes a magnifying lens (6x power), high-quality flint, steel C-striker, char cloth, and jute for creating sparks and igniting a fire.
- Comprehensive Design: Provides all the tools necessary to master traditional fire-making techniques, whether for survival or historical reenactments.
Authentic Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin Replica
- Museum-Inspired Design: The brass tobacco tin is a faithful replica of a historic piece from the fur trade era, once prized by trappers and voyageurs.
- Durable Construction: Built to withstand rugged use, this tin also serves as a compact storage solution for all your fire-making essentials.
High-Quality Materials for Reliable Performance
- Flint and Steel: The flint and steel striker are crafted to produce consistent, high-quality sparks for reliable fire-starting.
- 6x Magnifying Lens: Doubles as a solar fire starter, allowing you to ignite tinder using only sunlight.
- Natural Char Cloth and Jute: Included for easy and effective tinder preparation.
Lightweight and Portable
- Compact Dimensions: Measuring 4-5/16" x 3" x 1-3/16" and weighing just 5.5 ounces, the tin is easy to carry in your backpack or gear.
- Made in the USA: Proudly crafted to the highest standards for durability and authenticity.
Why Choose the Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin Flint and Steel Kit?
The Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin Flint and Steel Kit combines historical authenticity with modern functionality. It’s ideal for anyone seeking to learn traditional fire-making techniques or add a unique and practical piece to their outdoor gear. Whether for survival, camping, or historical reenactments, this kit is a dependable and fascinating tool for creating fire.
Care and Maintenance
Preserve Your Flint and Steel Kit
- Store all components in the tobacco tin to protect them from moisture and damage.
- Regularly inspect and replace the char cloth and jute as needed to ensure they remain effective.
Using the Steel Striker
- Hold the flint at a slight angle and strike firmly with the steel to create sparks.
- Practice striking to achieve the best technique for reliable fire-starting.
Specifications
- Hudson Bay Tobacco Tin: Brass construction with 6x power magnifying lens
- Dimensions: 4-5/16" x 3" x 1-3/16"
- Weight: 5.5 ounces
- Included Components: Flint, steel striker, char cloth, jute, and magnifying lens
- Made in: USA
The lens in this Tobacco Box is the same 6x strength as our extremely popular Glass Magnifying Lens.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Hudson Bay Tobacco Box is for storage of charred material. Do not try to make charred material by placing this brass tin in the fire. It will not survive the fire and will ruin it. Use a Charring and Storage Tin to make your char.
