UCO Stormproof Matches, Waterproof and Windproof with 15 Second Burn Time - 50 Matches

by UCO

• Matches are completely stormproof
• Burns despite wind or rain
• Will burn underwater
• 2 boxes, 25 matches per box
• Extra strikers included

Product Description

UCO Stormproof Matches are the best matches available for harsh conditions. Each match burns for about 15 seconds even if it is windy, rainy, or cold. The matches even burn underwater. Extra strikers are included.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00345Q1WE
• Item model number: MT-SM2-UCO
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (164 customer reviews)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

212 of 213 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect in a Pinch! February 13, 2011

By Mr3dfx

Amazon Verified Purchase

Length: 0:31 Mins

This is a demonstration of the UCO matches I purchased here on Amazon.com. As you can see they work fairly well! These are a must have for the backpacker/camper, I also purchased an Exotac MatchCap Match Case/Safe BLACK to accompany these matches. I was able to fit 13 matches, and I only had to cut about 1mm off the wooden end to get them to fit.

115 of 117 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars No need to look further for emergency matches March 16, 2011

By Adam R

I purchased these in the twin pack from Cabelas. I purchased them for backpacking trips and for my "bug out bag" (BOB - survival bag). I tested three of them at home. I dipped the first one in water. I blew forcefully on the second one after it was lit. I struck the third one on standard household match striking paper. All three ignited and burned forcefully without falter. These are a bit longer than most matches and SOME containers will require a small amount of length to be removed from the match to fit properly ((the bright orange ones fit them without cutting - the OD green container I have was a bit too short to hold uncut matches). I am very pleased with these matches. USER TIP: I did note that if the match is held completely upright, when the chemical fuel on the stick is exhausted, it may not light the wood matchstick below the fuel thereby leaving you with less burn time. If you hold the match horizontally or slightly downturned, the chemical windproof fuel will, when exhausted, ignite the wood giving you a longer burn time. Obviously, once it hits the wood, it isn't windproof at that point; it just burns like a normal match.

46 of 47 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! December 2, 2010

By Chagrin

Amazon Verified Purchase

These are just what you are hoping for in a match that doesn't go out in any circumstances. Plus they Do burn for about 15 seconds. They two extra strike pads are a nice touch also. Inexpensive and great quality- not much more need say.