FS384 Classic Ferro Rod Fire Starter – 3/8 Inch Thick x 4 Inch Long Magnesium Ferrocerium Rod with Carbon Steel Striker & 550 Paracord Handle for Survival, Camping, Hiking, Emergency Kits

Lightweight carry. A 3/8 × 4-inch rod and a net weight of 45.9 g / 1.6 oz.
15,000+ rated strikes. A reusable ferrocerium spark source for camp and trail.
SA02 striker included. Four scraping edges for either hand, plus a serrated end for preparing wood shavings.
Reflective orange lanyard. 550 paracord helps the tool stand out among your gear.
Cord for camp tasks. Unbraids to provide up to 5.2 ft / 1.6 m of cord.

SKU: FS384 Category: Fire Starting Tool Tag: Special Offer Available

$16.99

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Lightweight fire-starting gear for camp and trail

FS384 pairs a 3/8 × 4-inch ferrocerium rod with a dedicated carbon-alloy steel SA02 striker and reflective orange 550 paracord. The complete setup weighs 45.9 g / 1.6 oz, making it the lightest of the four FS models.

A practical setup for the outdoors

FS384 includes a 3/8 × 4-inch ferrocerium rod and a separate SA02 carbon-alloy steel striker. Four scraping edges support left- or right-handed use; the serrated end helps prepare wood shavings.

Meet the SA02 striker

The separate carbon-alloy steel striker is designed to give you control over where sparks land.

Four scraping edges for left- or right-handed use.
Serrated end to help prepare small wood shavings for tinder.
Dedicated hand-held design that pairs with your FS384 ferro rod.

Explore the SA02 striker (2-pack) ↗

Tinder and technique matter

A ferro rod makes sparks; suitable tinder and careful technique are still essential to starting a fire.

Practice before your trip

More Than a Lanyard: 7-Strand Paracord

Reflective orange 550 paracord. Easy to spot among your gear, with seven inner strands that make it useful beyond carrying your fire starter.

Secure camp gear. Tie down small items or improvise a short tent or tarp guyline when needed.
Handle quick repairs. Use the cord for temporary gear ties or to replace a broken zipper pull.
Use the inner strands. Unbraid the lanyard and separate its seven cores for light-duty tying or field repairs.
Up to 5.2 ft / 1.6 m. The unbraided cord provides extra utility in a compact carry setup.

For general camp utility only. Not intended for climbing, load-bearing rescue, or medical use.

How to use FS384

Five clear steps, from preparing tinder to directing sparks. The SA02 striker is introduced separately above.

STEP 01

Prepare your tinder

Gather suitable dry tinder and kindling. Keep them ready within reach.

STEP 02

Expose a small area

Scrape away a small area of the rod’s black protective coating before striking.

STEP 03

Position the striker

Place a straight scraping edge against the exposed ferrocerium, close to the tinder.

STEP 04

Brace your hand

Keep the hand holding the striker steady near the tinder.

STEP 05

Pull the rod back

Draw the rod back against the steady striker to direct sparks into your prepared tinder.

Before your first use

Open a question for a quick answer.

Do I still need tinder?

Yes. A ferro rod produces sparks. Prepare suitable dry tinder and kindling before striking; tinder condition and technique affect ignition.

Why does the ferro rod have a black coating?

It protects the surface before use. Scrape away a small area to expose the ferrocerium; the entire coating does not need to be removed.

What is the difference between the scraping edges and the serrated end?

Use one of the straight scraping edges to strike the rod. Use the serrated end to prepare small wood shavings for tinder.

Can I use the striker with either hand?

Yes. The included SA02 striker has four scraping edges for left- or right-handed use.

What does the 15,000+ strike rating mean?

It is the rated strike count, not a promise of 15,000 successful fires. Actual use varies with technique and material scraped away.

How is FS384 different from FS124 and FS125?

FS384 has a slimmer 3/8 × 4-inch rod. FS124 is thicker at 1/2 × 4 inches, while FS125 uses a 1/2 × 5-inch rod.

BUILT TO WORK. SPECS TO KNOW.

Weight	45.9 g / 1.6 oz
Rod diameter	3/8 in / 9.5 mm
Rod length	4 in / 101.6 mm
Rod material	Ferrocerium
Strikes	15,000+ rated strikes
Striker material	SA02 carbon alloy steel, 85 × 17 mm
Scraping edges	Four edges for either hand; serrated end to prepare wood shavings
Paracord lanyard	Reflective orange 550 paracord
Unbraided cord length	Up to 5.2 ft / 1.6 m

Net weight refers to the product setup, not the bare rod. Actual strikes vary with use.

FIND YOUR FIRE-STARTING SETUP

Choose a ferro rod and fire starter that fit your packing and outdoor use.

↔ Scroll sideways to compare all five models. On mobile, swipe or drag the horizontal bar. Product links open in a new tab.

FS384 is the current model. Weights represent complete product setups.
Feature	FS384 Classic Current model	CacheONE 5-in-1	FS125 Heavy-Duty Plus	FS916 Super-Duty	FS124 Heavy-Duty
Design focus	Lightweight carry	Integrated 5-in-1 kit	Extended striking length	Heavy-use fire starting	Balanced size and carry
Rated strikes	15,000+	20,000+	18,000+	20,000+	18,000+
Rod diameter × length	3/8 × 4 in	9/16 × 3 in effective	1/2 × 5 in	9/16 × 4 in	1/2 × 4 in
Striker	Separate SA02	Integrated	Separate	Separate	Separate
Weight	45.9 g / 1.6 oz	195 g / 6.9 oz	105 g / 3.7 oz	110.9 g / 3.9 oz	78.3 g / 2.8 oz
Rod material	Ferrocerium	Ferrocerium	Ferrocerium	Ferrocerium	Ferrocerium
Carry design	Reflective orange 550 paracord	Textured storage handle	Reflective orange 550 paracord	Reflective orange 550 paracord	Reflective orange 550 paracord
Main included parts	Ferro rod, SA02 striker, paracord	Ferro rod, integrated striker, 9 Fire Plugs, compass, whistle	Ferro rod, striker, paracord, shackle	Ferro rod, striker, paracord, shackle	Ferro rod, striker, paracord

Rod sizes are diameter × length. CacheONE lists effective rod length. Strike counts are product ratings; actual use varies with technique. Please verify all links and photos in staging before publication.

Weight	79 g
Dimensions	87 × 165 × 20 mm
Delivery Country	US, CA, DE

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FS384 Classic Ferro Rod Fire Starter – 3/8 Inch Thick x 4 Inch Long Magnesium Ferrocerium Rod with Carbon Steel Striker & 550 Paracord Handle for Survival, Camping, Hiking, Emergency Kits

Lightweight fire-starting gear for camp and trail

3/8 × 4-inch ferro rod

Lightweight carry · 45.9 g / 1.6 oz

Dedicated SA02 striker

Four scraping edges for either hand

15,000+ rated strikes

Practice and prepare tinder before use

TOUGH WHEN IT COUNTS