Wrought Iron Flint Strikers by Brad

Wrought iron was a widely used material in the 18th Century, and for good reason. Wrought iron is tough, malleable, ductile, corrosion-resistant and easily welded. Although iron doesn't contain enough carbon to be hardenable by heating and quenching, it most definitely can be hardened by using a special process that introduces carbon into the iron. These flint strikers were made using original 18th Century iron and heat treated using the traditional technology of the period to ensure a good spark. The designs were copied from originals in Brad's personal collection.