Do waterproof matches have a place in your list?

When I was a kid, I remember dipping the heads of matches in wax to make them water resistant. Since then, I'm sure I've seen commercially made matches that are water proof, too.

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You know that is a brilliant idea. I never even thought of taking regular matches and dipping them in wax. I am going to search to see if they have waterproof matches now. Makes sense- that someone would have come out with this idea. If not- hey you have a great idea.

The best alternative to matches is something along the lines of the light my fire "firesteel" or the blastmatch. No need to worry about the matches getting wet, or running out of matches.

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Water proof match is very useful for lighting fire in all situations. Further they are compatible in all type of environments and can be used everywhere. I would also use a white phosphorus derivative for starting fire.

Waterproof matches are the thing to have. We keep them with us when we go boating, just in case. You never know what will happen.

I can definitely see waterproof matches coming in handy and with their size they would also be convenient to carry as well.

They actually do make waterpoof matches, but what a great idea dipping them in wax to make your own. They also make matches with windproofing abilities. What an essential tool for survival.

They do sell them at a shop nearby our house. Many people who own boats purchase them.

I Use to make waterproof matches using a Nail Polish in this method:

1. Dip the head end of the match into clear nail polish far enough to cover at least an eighth of an inch (3 millimeters) of the stick below the head.
2. Hold the match for a few seconds to allow the polish to dry and then place the match on a table or counter so that the head is suspended off the edge of the surface.
3. Place a sheet of newsprint below to catch anything that may drip off

I have tried using waterproof matches. My experience with them is horrible at best. They never want to light and when I could get them lit they wouldn't stay lit long enough to do their job. I do not recommend buying any of these. I have never tried any of the home recipes, so I hope they do work for you.

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