--- product_id: 313691478 title: "Spark-Lite Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik" brand: "spark-lite" price: "R943" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Spark Lite" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313691478-spark-lite-military-edition-fire-starter-and-tinder-quik store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Weighs under 1oz, ultra-light Ambidextrous & single-handed use Made in USA, trusted by military Spark-Lite Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik **Brand:** spark-lite **Price:** R943 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Spark your survival instinct with military precision 🇺🇸 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Spark-Lite Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik by spark-lite - **How much does it cost?** R943 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313691478-spark-lite-military-edition-fire-starter-and-tinder-quik) ## Best For - spark-lite enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted spark-lite brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Ignition:** Designed for right or left-handed use, sparking hundreds of times with a simple flick. - • **Featherlight & Compact:** At just 5.44g and pocket-sized, it’s the survival tool you’ll forget you’re carrying—until you need it. - • **Military-Grade Reliability:** Official fire starter of the US Armed Forces—battle-tested and mission-ready. - • **Tinder-Quick Tabs Included:** Eight ready-to-use tinder tabs ensure you ignite fires fast, anywhere, anytime. - • **Survival Essential for Every Kit:** Trusted by aircrew survival kits—because your safety deserves the best. ## Overview The Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik is a compact, ultra-lightweight fire-starting tool made in the USA and officially issued to US Armed Forces. Weighing less than 1oz, it offers ambidextrous, single-handed use and can produce hundreds of reliable sparks. Included are eight tinder-quick tabs for instant ignition, making it an essential survival accessory for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ## Description The Spark-Lite is the official fire starter of the United states Armed forces. To start a fire, simply ignite one of the included tinder-quick tabs with the Spark-Lite. It's such a simple design that it cannot fail. Every Military aircrew survival kit contains one. Yours should too. Contents: Olive drab container, Olive drab Spark-Lite fire starter, 8ea tinder-quick tabs, instructions. Review: Work great with the included tinder and more tinder is available on desertcart. Does not produce as hot of a spark as a ferro rod but if you have a good tinder with you these do work great. Review: Amazing fire starter! Easy to use. You feel amazing when you spark the wheel and the cotton swab lights right up. Best find on desertcart. I've bought 3 so far. One for my truck, one for my backyard, and one for my wife's car. ## Features - Made in the USA - Weighs less than 1oz - Can be used right- or left-handed - Can be used single-handed - Each Spark-Lite will spark hundreds of times ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005HTFJGE | | ASIN | B005HTFJGE | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | | Color | Olive Drab | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (277) | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (277) | | Date First Available | 9 September 2014 | | Date First Available | 9 September 2014 | | Included components | spark-lite | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 5.44 g | | Item model number | SL3-OD | | Item model number | SL3-OD | | Manufacturer | Four Seasons Survival | | Manufacturer | Four Seasons Survival | | Material | Plastic | | Measurement System | Metric | | Part number | SL3-OD | | Product Dimensions | 6.35 x 1.27 x 3.81 cm; 5.44 g | | Product Dimensions | 6.35 x 1.27 x 3.81 cm; 5.44 g | ## Images ![Spark-Lite Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41PddTIQMGL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***9 on 30 January 2026* Work great with the included tinder and more tinder is available on Amazon. Does not produce as hot of a spark as a ferro rod but if you have a good tinder with you these do work great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by I***N on 17 April 2022* Amazing fire starter! Easy to use. You feel amazing when you spark the wheel and the cotton swab lights right up. Best find on Amazon. I've bought 3 so far. One for my truck, one for my backyard, and one for my wife's car. ### ⭐ Review *by C***P on 18 April 2024* This is like a toy, not worth 5$. If this was military use, then I fill bad for this guys. Cheap small plastic box with sticker on it. Started is made from cheap plastic to. Cheap, Cheap, Cheap, beware. For this money you can buy mutch better starter kit. ## Frequently Bought Together - Spark-Lite SL3-OD Military Edition Fire Starter and Tinder Quik - Potable Aqua Water Purification Tablets with PA Plus, Portable and Effective Solution for Camping, Hiking, Emergencies, Natural Disasters and International Travel, Two 50ct Bottles - Spark-Lite Fire Starter (Orange) Military/Aviation Emergency Fire Kit with 8 TinderQuik Tabs --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313691478-spark-lite-military-edition-fire-starter-and-tinder-quik](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/313691478-spark-lite-military-edition-fire-starter-and-tinder-quik) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*