UCO stands for Utility, Comfort, and Originality. Founded in Redmond, WA, USA in 1971, UCO bring 40 years of innovation and manufacturing expertise to the outdoor industry. Each of UCO's products is designed with useful features that make your time outside safer and more comfortable. With products like the Original Candle Lantern that offer great functionality and simplicity or the Stormproof Matches that help you survive the elements, UCO have grown to become a leading brand in lighting and fire starting for your outdoor, home, and emergency preparedness needs.