lori
with all due respect, most of the BICs are ummm - child proof. If you use a pair of needle nosed pliers you can pop off the offending piece of metal, and sure I'd love to camp with you and -ummm light your fire.
Jim

Tango, no self respecting gram weenie carries a firesteel. It serves no real purpose, like compasses or bowie knives. (:->)