Description
Waterproof Matches
Waterproof matches are a small but important part of any outdoor kit. Unlike ordinary matches, which are useless once they get damp, waterproof matches are treated so they can still be struck after exposure to moisture, making them a reliable back-up for lighting a stove, a candle or a fire when the weather turns against you.
They are a sensible addition to a milsim pack, a bushcraft or camping kit, a fishing bag or a car emergency box. Light, cheap and compact, they take up almost no space and can make a real difference on a long, wet weekend outdoors.
Where they earn their place
Lighters can fail in the cold or when the fuel runs out, and electronic igniters on stoves can stop working when wet. Keeping a supply of waterproof matches as a back-up means you can still get a brew on or light a stove at the end of a long day in the field.
At multi-day milsim events and overnight fishing sessions, having a dependable way to light a stove makes life in camp much easier. They also earn their place in a home emergency kit for power cuts.
Using them well
Strike the match firmly on the striker surface supplied and shield the flame from the wind with your hand or body. Keep your striker dry where possible: although the matches resist moisture, a soaked or worn striker can make them harder to light. Check the pack for the exact striking instructions.
Key features
- Waterproof matches for outdoor use
- Reliable back-up to a lighter or stove igniter
- Small and light enough for any pack
- Suits milsim, camping, bushcraft and fishing
- Useful in a home or car emergency kit
- Product code: KOMBATKIT-WATERPROOF-MATCHES
Compatibility
Use with camping stoves, candles, fire steels and tinder, or as a back-up to a lighter. The number of matches per pack and the type of container are not stated in our listing; please check the product photos.
Care and maintenance
Store the matches in their container, closed, somewhere cool and dry. Even waterproof matches last longest when kept out of standing water. Keep a few in a small sealed bag in your pack as well as at home, so you always have a back-up.
Do not keep matches loose in a pocket with keys or coins, where friction or crushing can damage them.
Who is it for?
Anyone who spends time outdoors: milsim players camping at weekend events, bushcrafters, campers, walkers and anglers, and anyone putting together an emergency kit.
Please note: Matches are a fire hazard. Keep them away from children, never leave a flame unattended and follow site and landowner rules on open fires and stoves.
