# Fire-Starting Writing Tools Smith & Wesson's Fire-Starting Pen is a Must-Have in the Wilderness By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-08-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-starting-pen References: [fancy](http://www.fancy.com/things/345485047828055289/Fire-Starter-Tactical-Pen-by-Smith-&-Wesson) This fire-starting pen by [Smith & Wesson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-gym-equipment-1) is definitely mightier than the sword. On their own, pens are essential devices to have in the wilderness. When you can't jot a note down or draw a map on your smartphone, pen and paper are essential survival tools. What makes this super pen even more awesome than a regular one is its ability to also light fires. The [dual-purpose writing utensil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flintone) is crafted in aircraft aluminum and equipped with a [built-in ferro-rod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antarcti-gas-fire-pit) to get your campfire going. For extra portability, the pen can be unscrewed and reconfigured into a smaller keychain-friendly version. This is surely something you'll want to take on your next camping trip for when inspiration strikes or the need to start a fire arises. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multipurpose Tools:** The trend of creating multipurpose tools can be observed in outdoor gear, household items, and even office supplies. - **Survivalist Innovation:** The survivalist niche offers opportunities for innovation by combining unexpected features that cater to the needs of the outdoors person. - **Combining Analog and Digital:** The trend of combining analog and digital technologies for overall functionality appears in various industries, such as writing instruments and personal care products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can explore the trend of multipurpose tools and survivalist innovation to adapt to the changing needs of consumers in the wild. - **Writing Instruments:** The writing instruments industry can innovate by combining analog and digital features to provide a more versatile user experience. - **Personal Care Products:** The personal care products industry can explore the trend of survivalist innovation by offering products with unexpected features that cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [10-in-1 Multifunctional Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multak.md) - [Micro-Sized Multitool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minipen.md) - [Multi-Functional EDC Tool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edc-tool-pen.md) - [Fire-Starting Outdoor Ropes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zippo-fire-starting-paracord.md) - [Micro Metallic Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-fire-starter-and-multitool.md) - [Pendant Multitool Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-fire-20.md) - [Pint-Sized EDC Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-fang-20.md) - [Geometric Steel Fire Starters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-fire.md) - [Ruggedly Compact Titanium Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-multitools.md)