El Diablo's fire starters make outdoor fires effortless

Handcrafted in Simsbury, Connecticut by Carlos, our foolproof fire starter kits take the struggle out of building a fire. Designed for campers, hikers, and emergency preparedness, our complete homemade kits ignite reliably in rain, high winds, and freezing conditions—even for the most inexperienced beginner.

Reliable fire solutions for every adventure

Forget frustrating lighter fluid and damp matches. Each kit is assembled with proven homemade essentials designed to give you an immediate flame whenever and wherever you need it.

Beginner friendly

Completely foolproof kits that allow anyone to spark an instant campfire without prior survival skills or complicated steps.

All-weather reliability

Tested repeatedly in wet conditions, strong gusts, and freezing cold temperatures so you are never left without warmth.

Emergency ready

Compact, durable setups built for bug-out bags, unexpected outdoor situations, or disaster readiness when leaving home.

Handmade with passion for outdoor survival

Carlos conceived El Diablo's while hiking through Connecticut trails, driven to create a truly dependable fire starter. Every single kit is meticulously handmade and rigorously tested so you can head into the wild with total confidence.

No struggle, no hassle

Starting an outdoor fire shouldn't require frustration or half a bottle of chemicals. Our kits come thoughtfully packed with everything needed to ignite kindling quickly, letting you focus on enjoying the campfire, cooking your meal, and keeping warm.

Proven homemade craftsmanship

Built from effective, time-tested homemade components, El Diablo's kits outperform standard commercial tools. Discover the story behind Carlos's mission to make wilderness living accessible to everyone.