This is a cool looking piece and is great for show but if you are purchasing for function then you will be disappointed. I tried several different types of flint and chert and not a single spark. I'm well practiced with flint and steel and even tried to clean the face of the striker. Cool for show only but not for fire starting.
This steel is junk. Produces no sparks. Tried different pieces of flint and different techniques to strike. Even stood in a dark room to make sure I could see a spark but none were produced