Built to survive and endure in some of the world's harshest winter climates. Made from magnesium and steel to strict military specs. Unique magnesium frame is ready for wilderness survival. Magnesium frame is both lightweight and very strong. By cutting the weight down, you'll have energy to go even further on your next trail. But another interesting feature of magnesium is its fire-starting ability. In a survival situation, shavings of magnesium are a potent fire-starter. Ultra-strong magnesium frame is lightweight, and back side can be scraped and the shavings can be used as emergency fire starter Nylon-coated steel cable webbing is built to last High-quality military-issue bindings fit a wide range of boot styles and sizes Cleated bottom frame aids traction on slick terrain Made in Canada for use by the U.S. Military Note: May show wear from long-term storage