if driven deep enough into firm soil. probably help on damp ground or snow. make hearthboard and spindle out of same stick.

Hand Drill On The End Grain Of A Spike Driven Into The Ground... THANK YOU!!! Edu Gordo Channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_yYGDeqayk
The first time I ever thought about using an end grain fireboard for Hand Drill was about 6 years ago after seeing Edu Gordo's videos. The technique fascinat...