Merely escaping SHOT Show 2025, we want to share the most significant New Fire-Starting Devices that left a lasting impression. Check out these hot picks from boots on the ground and give them a look!
Fireball Fire-Starting
Pyro Putty has reimagined the traditional fire plug with a unique, patented product that stands out from competitors. They primarily offer only cosmetic updates. This moldable, sticky fire plug has no expiration date. It withstands extreme temperatures—from -30°F to 130°F—without freezing or melting.
Each plug, weighing as little as a penny, burns for 6 to 7 minutes. It features a spongy, marshmallow-like texture, making it easy to create a torch for lighting firewood. It’s non-toxic, waterproof, and wind-resistant, functioning in winds up to 10 mph when ignited. Users can easily squeeze out any water and ignite it with a spark or flame.
Pyro Putty’s fire plug is ideal for lighting wood stoves, fireplaces, campfires, or emergencies, ensuring it’s always ready. It’s 100% developed, made, and packaged in the USA.
MSRP: $14.99
For more information, please visit PyroPutty.com.
Pyro Putty Elite Device
Pyro Putty has taken its best-selling Arc-Lighter and elevated it to new heights with the Elite Pyro Putty. This innovation brings the future of fire-starting directly into outdoor enthusiasts’ backpacks. The bright orange lighter glows in the dark, making it easy to locate in any situation. It features a compartment to hold a generous amount of Pyro Putty securely.
With plasma-based dual-arc technology, users no longer need a traditional flame. This innovative lighter replaces outdated, flimsy plastic options that run out of fuel or fail to ignite. Pyro Putty designed it to withstand the elements, making it mother nature-proof. Rain, snow, wind, or cold won’t stand a chance.
The waterproof casing protects the lighter. The powerful electric dual-arc beam ignites Pyro Putty instantly, eliminating the need to shield a flickering flame or worry about fuel levels.
The standout feature is its rechargeable capability, delivering up to 300 lights per charge. Users can simply plug in a mini-USB cord to recharge. With dimensions of 2 5/8 inches in length, 2 7/8 inches in width, and 5/8 inches in depth, this compact tool is essential for any adventurer. Instead of relying on disposable lighters that fail in harsh conditions, they can choose the Pyro Putty lighter and the combo. It is the ultimate solution for starting a survival fire in minutes.
This new lighter offers a glowing orange design and a waterproof storage compartment for 1/4 oz of Pyro Putty. It also offers a long-lasting battery life with LED indicators for easy monitoring. It makes fire-starting effortless and reliable.
MSRP: $29.99
For more information, please visit PyroPutty.com.
Boker Fire-Starting Device
Andy and Gerrit, known as “Die Naturensöhne” (The Sons of Nature), are passionate outdoorsmen from Berlin who prefer the wilderness to urban life. With over 500,000 subscribers on their popular YouTube channel, they showcase outdoor adventures, bushcrafting, and survival skills. Their collaboration with Boker Knives has led to the creation of the Naturensöhne MK I and MK II knives. These are designed for outdoor enthusiasts and crafted from high-quality materials.
Andy and Gerrit from Naturensöhne are ready to inspire with their Magnesium Fire Starter. It simplifies lighting a fire without lighters or matches. This fire starter reliably ignites campfires, barbecues, or camping stoves in any weather or altitude. When scraped against the fire steel, the high magnesium content in the fire stick generates sparks of approximately 3000° C. It quickly ignites the scale.
The ergonomically designed handle, made from locally sourced walnut wood, ensures safe handling. Plus, the included paracord allows for secure attachment. It makes it easy to access without the hassle of searching. It’s ideal for camping, bushcrafting, hiking, or climbing.
MSRP: $30.99
For more information, please visit Boker.de.
EXOTAC Mini fireSLEEVE
EXOTAC Industries, founded in 2010 by a Purdue Engineering graduate, is an American manufacturer that excels in crafting high-quality outdoor and survival gear. Located just outside Atlanta, Georgia, the company is renowned for its durable and functional products. These include fire starters, waterproof match cases, and rugged lighters. Driven by their motto, “Gear for life,” EXOTAC is committed to creating products built to last and perform reliably in critical situations.
Hot off the press for SHOT Show 2025, meet the fireSLEEVE, your BIC classic lighter’s stylish bodyguard! It wraps your lighter in a waterproof cocoon and comes equipped with not one but two handy lashing points for your cords. You can enjoy hands-free flame action with a built-in strap that holds the gas button down. Leave it to EXOTAC to offer this adorable mini BIC fireSLEEVE—because even your mini lighter deserves a fortress!
For more information, please visit Exotac.com.
These are only a handful of New Fire-Starting Devices from some elite companies. However, more exciting products are coming up—so stay tuned here for more!
