Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL vs Pyro Putty Fire-starter Tube
Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL ($34.95) vs Pyro Putty Fire-starter Tube ($10) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right ferro rod.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL | Pyro Putty Fire-starter Tube |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34.95 | $10 |
| Weight | 28g | 30g |
| Sparks | 3000°F ferrocerium | — |
| Strikes | ~3000 | — |
| Body | Machined aluminum | — |
| Striker | Tungsten carbide | — |
| WR | Fully waterproof | — |
| Weight | 28g | 30g |
| Burn Time | — | 3min/tsp |
| Material | — | Paraffin putty |
| Waterproof | — | Yes |
Pros & Cons
Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL
- 3000°F reliable sparks
- Waterproof operation
- Tungsten carbide striker
- Replaceable ferro rod
- Works at any altitude
- Requires tinder preparation
- $30 for a ferro rod
- Learning curve vs lighter
Pyro Putty Fire-starter Tube
- Burns wet
- Long burn
- Easy to light
- Greasy to touch
- Gets on hands
Pyro Putty Fire-starter Tube is the better value at $10. If weight matters most, Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL carries lighter at 28g. Both are part of our curated ferro rod index — tap through to check current pricing.
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