{"id":261,"date":"2015-01-08T21:06:49","date_gmt":"2015-01-08T21:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/adventureproof.com\/?page_id=261"},"modified":"2022-07-11T22:20:24","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T22:20:24","slug":"use-piezo-ignition-lighters","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/adventureproof.com\/?page_id=261","title":{"rendered":"Use piezo ignition lighters"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A long time ago our hairy ancestors rubbed sticks together until there was smoke. If they were patient and rubbed some more\u2014and were very, very lucky\u2014a flame was born. While there is undeniable appeal to mastering these ancient ways, you might find a butane lighter more convenient and reliable for fire-making.<\/p>\n

Of the various lighters available, those with piezo ignition are generally more suitable for the wilderness than traditional spark wheel lighters, especially in winter. Traditional lighters require a sequence of two actions to generate flame:\u00a0 1) rapid rolling of a spark wheel, coordinated with 2) immediate pressure on a button to release flammable gas. By contrast, piezo ignition lighters require only rapid pressure on a single button, which is a distinct advantage when your finger dexterity is messed up\u2014such as with injured, numb or stiff hands, or while wearing gloves. Most compelling, though, is that you don\u2019t need to pack patience, luck, or bulky rubbing sticks.<\/p>\n

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