Stormproof Matches

Basics

• Stormproof Matches are a "Step Up" From Waterproof Matches in terms of rugged-ness, and in some cases are also Waterproof Matches
• They typically contain some sort of Oxidizer such as Sodium Perchlorate or Potassium Perchlorate to allow for (partial) combustion even when buried in dirt/debris, or even if put underwater (after being lit)
• A bit more expensive, but typically a bit larger than the average Safety Matches / Waterproof Matches and given that the only real use case for matches short of Historical Relevance / As a Curioisity is for Dissimilar Redundancy in Supplies for Emergencies etc, they are a more apt purchase due to their more rugged nature

To-Do's

• Determine Long Term Storage Viability / Potential Issues ( Organic Peroxide Formation / Other Instability from Storage )
• Determine Dud Rate / How that relates with Storage Time (Mainly in order to determine a proper Shelf Life for planning maintaining various emergency supplies)
• Track down some SDS on these + mess around with DIY/OS Mixtures

Internal Links

• Matches
  • Safety Matches (The "normal" match)
  • Waterproof Matches ( "Normal" Matches Coated in Something In Order to be Waterproof BEFORE They Are Used (No Effect After Ignition, Water will still Extinguish Them)
• Firestarting Rope (Some sort of Rope (Typically Jute Rope ) Infused with something such as Paraffin Wax to waterproof it + aid in combustion
  • These plus a Lighter and/or Ferro Rod make a viable alternative to matches in most cases
  • For Gas Stoves/Gas Mantle Lanterns a Piezoelectric Lighter or Plasma Lighter / Lighter / Permanent Match etc will suffice

External Links

• The Section on the Wikipedia Page on Matches on Stormproof Matches
• A YouTube Short by "Sergio Outdoors" Titled "Amazing Comparison Test: Stormproof Matches vs Wind and Water!"
  • Showcases the shortcomings of traditional Safety Matches and a Bic Lighter vs Stormproof Matches in a windy environment
• A Video by the Youtube Channel "UCO" Titled "Original Stormproof Match from UCO - Stay Lit No Matter What."
  • Albeit it's an advertisement, but decent
• A YouTube Video by "joesoutdoorplaces" Titled "Zippo Typhoon Match 🆚 UCO Stormproof Titan"
  • As per the title, it shows the UCO Stormproof (Larger "Titan" ) Matches vs the Comparable Product by Zippo
    • They are struck, stuck in a cup of Play Sand , then dunked in a cup of water, then placed on Fatwood shavings, both successfully igniting their piles
• A YouTube Video by the Channel "Freakin' Reviews" Titled "Matches That Can Light UNDERWATER, But Will They Last?" ( ~9 Minute Watch )
• A YouTube Video by the Channel "The Outdoor Gear Review" Titled "The Best Outdoor Match? - UCO Titan Stormproof Matches Review" ( ~8 Minute Watch )
  • First review i've seen to mention the smell/offgassing issue