I own these 4 brands of ferro rods. I also own a Blastmatch from UST. But that one uses a different striking method. I wanted to show you these and let you make up your own mind. Far from me to pass judgement on any product...you can get a fire started with any one of these. 1. BCB - costs about 10 $ 2. FireFlash(RenajsAB) - (if you can find it) costs about 10$ 3. LMF Army Firesteel - costs about 15-17 $ 4. Mischmetal Ferro Rod - costs about 20 $ If I had to buy just one of these, I would go for the Mischmetal Ferro Rod