I will. Stormdrane has some good stuff. Thanks.
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I will. Stormdrane has some good stuff. Thanks.
Well here is my thought....
I find it hard to believe that this topic has generated this much interest. LOL.
If you like the bracelet, wear it... If not, then dont.
I am of the mind set that SOME cordage is better than none. So, I carry fobs on my knives and yes, I have MADE a few bracelets. I dont wear them... they are stiff and to me not very comfy. BUT, they do provide you with a resource if you needed it. Again, some is better than none.
But I would never ever BUY one.. thats just kooky!
Here are a few I made. Nothing special, but again... if I were in a pinch and I had one, then I would have some MORE 550 cord than if I didnt. :)
http://www.fototime.com/89C924566390063/standard.jpg
I have since made another that recycled a buckle of a blown out pair of Teva sandals.
I don't think I would call them TOTAL BS.. but at the same time, they probably aren't for everyone LOL.
Oh, I also have a good bit that makes up a "box knot" on my keys for a keychain. I took the guts out to make it smaller. Eh...
Jeff - I like the hardware that you used to attach the ends. A bit sturdier than a plastic buckle should the need arise.
Crash.... Now I know where to send the 1000' of paracord I just ordered today.
Send it here. I'll make you some stuff.
I'd say those turn buckles will hold over 700 lbs. Good Choice you made!
Too bad. I'll need something stronger, then. This might work...Quote:
Originally Posted by CS
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ckBlasgNSz...ll%2BDozer.jpg
This may do the trick. :innocent:Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
http://www.feedem.co.uk/dog-2/dog-he...-4189_zoom.jpg
I'd say the Bobcat is planted!
Just as soon as It comes in I'll PM yu for your address and take you up on that offer. How's splittin' half the cord as payment for making some things for wife and me? (and maybe a leash for the wolf?)Quote:
Originally Posted by crashdive123
Cool. Sounds good.
Hi,
I have made around 60 of these 550 cord wrist deals..
I started sometime back, few years when a friend from US Army asked me to make him some for his journey over seas.
After I made rifle slings, lanyards, pants belts, for keys, extra extended straps for Back and ALICE packs, etc. Used every color I could find in 550 cord.. I have put sculls, beads, watches, compass, fire starters, etc. on these too as well as many different attachments.
I have made many with different cordage too.. not 550.
You can make these double or triple width.. too.
As stated these are funny if you need to take them apart, as in the pants belt type, and use the cord. Hmmmm what does hold up the pants then?
I found a simple strand of 550 cord after doing it works fine.
My opinion is always write down the footage you use in each project so you can repeat it again..
jeff c, nice work.
Ralph
DMTTofD
jeffc,
I've seen the metal buckles like you put on your bracelets used before. Where would one find them?
Most hardware or home improvement stores sell them. It's called a clevis.Quote:
Originally Posted by dawg69
I got mine at Home Depot. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by dawg69
You, Sir, are a Baaaaaaaad Maaaaaaan!
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Originally Posted by Rick
i dont own a paracord bracelette but i was just thinking...
in an end of the world type situation, i might tend to take a closer look at a person wearing one. maybe ask a few more questions rather than just turning them away flat out.
the person may have something to offer rather than just eating up all of my food.
i think it would be worth wearing one if only to be identified by like minded people.
This is a very interesting thing, and the greatest thing about it is that it's very useful. If we'll think about it from the point of survival, then we'll see that some small bracelet can save the most important thing you have - your existence. Thanks for the information. I will definitely make such a bangle for me.
And while you're at it, why not visit our Introduction section and make a small introduction that we'll find useful. If you think about it from the point of survival, the more we know about you the better we can answer any questions you might have.