Fire from Scratch with a Folding Saw @nwprimate6416

Fire from Scratch with a Folding Saw @nwprimate6416

Uploaded January 2018 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

I figured I'd try to see if could get a fire going with just a saw yesterday. It was a little awkward, but still easier than using rocks.

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