In partnership with Exotac, the maker of premium high-quality fire tools, this new Benchmade Ferro Rod is the perfect fire-starting tool. Combining the new gray anodized aluminum color with a new shock cord lanyard, allows the user to stretch the cord around your sheath ferro rod loop for an extra secure fit. Use either the spine of your blade or the sharpened choil to strike the ferrocerium rod to create sparks and light your tinder.