Great conversation guys, It's really nice to see countryman help each other out, as you know each others environment.

Marthinus, I stole this from british blades and wonder if you could explain it to me.

Potassium Permanganate for water purifying, mixed with sugar makes for a great fire lighter...
Just a tablespoon full in one of those match plastic packets will be enough...

I am really confused about mixing with sugar?

Oh and one thing I don't see (might have missed it) is a way to sharpen your blade(s).