Our new paracord items are in demand! Popular in the military for decades, paracord (also known as 550 cord, the most popular type of paracord with a minimum breaking strength of 550 pounds) was initially used in suspension lines of US parachutes during World War II. Since then, this general purpose utility cord has been used for everything from towing gear to securing traps.
Paracord is one of the most versatile and essential items you can have in your emergency supply kit. In order to ensure that this cord is handy at all times, many people wear paracord survival bracelets. These para cord bracelets attach to the wrist and can easily be undone in times of need.
Check out our special section on how to make a paracord bracelet. We carry all the materials you need to make your own bracelet: Choose from over 30 types of paracord in a variety of colors and lengths, as well as side release buckles and other paracord bracelet accessories. We also carry premade survival paracord bracelets.
Do you have any tips for making paracord bracelets? How do you use your paracord? We've shared some common uses of paracord on our site, but we'd love to hear your ideas!
One of the more common uses of 550 cord when I was in the army was to take out the inner strings and thread your ID tag (dog tag) chain through the outer cord to make a cover for the chain.
ReplyDeleteWhat size buckles are you using in your demo and pictured above?
ReplyDeleteI would recommend using a 3/8 buckle. Unless you have a big wrist, or your going to make a king cobra bracelet, dont use a 5/8. Just stick with 3/8 for standard one or two color bracelets.
DeleteThanks for sharing! We used the 5/8" Black Side Release Buckle (http://www.soldiercity.com/5-8-black-side-release-buckle-msc76100.html) in the demo and picture. The smaller sizes are a tighter fit for this, but should still work.
ReplyDeleteUsed to sew a small loop 2"-3" into one end of all the 550 cord I used in lengths over 10'.
ReplyDeleteHad access to sewing machine with a 'repair/embroider' stitch.
Never had one fail in over 45 years or usage,
Used them for every thing from hauling gear up into tree stand to tying myself into tree stand.
Started doing it over 45 years ago and still do.
Sounds like you have quite a bit of experience using paracord. Great ideas, thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMy dog's collar and leash recently broke and I couldn't get to the store to buy another so I just used paracord. Worked great!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your post -- that just proves the strength and versatility of paracord!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad I found out about paracord. I started toying around with it after a buddy of mine; who was a marine; told me about it. It's a great hobby for adults and or kids. The uses of it are endless. Always wear a paracord bracelet. You never know when you might need it.
ReplyDeleteI'll be wrapping the buffer tube of my AR Pistol with it as soon as I get the paintjob done.
ReplyDeleteNice, very helpful blog on paracord bracelet
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