Custom Paracord survival Braclets

[phaedrus]

Just set up mt store on etsy http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhaedrusParacord Right now it only shows two styles of bracelets but I can do much more. Check it out and drop me a line if you are interested or have any Q's.

[RWheeler]

It looks good. I might order one, since I kinda wanted one so my wrists don't feel as bare, but I don't need more paracord and can only really get buckles in bulk. The prices seem fair. I'll think about it, possibly place my order later this afternoon.

I'd suggest adding a coding for the colors to make it easier on placing/receiving orders, though. Like, in a sample of each "style" designate A, B, C colors. For example, in the single weave, left side of the photo, take the top one. Black/blue. Say Black is the "A" color and Blue is the "B" color, which would be reversed for the picture on the right. Or some other method.

I've done coding work on interfaces for custom work before (pipe fittings and diameter changers, but still...), and that makes a drastic improvement on sales.

Also, the colors are hard to really get a good feel for. You should do digital/grey/green/black on a white surface. Or another good way to display the colors and their interactions would be tie all your lengths in butterfly coils, and let some of the loops mingle. That way they'll stand out nice, and you can get an idea of what they'll look like next to other color options.

[phaedrus]

Much appreciate the tips! Check back later tonite to see them and add more input.

[Procras108r]

I'd also suggest that you offer them for free, but only to female through hikers !

It's been a romping good business success story for Cabbagehead's alcohol stove venture.

[Wise Old Owl]

.................................................. ................Fad. Good luck - good idea.

[Winds]

I have a dumb question...
(Yes, I have many.)
What is the survival aspect of this other than it's potentially usable cord?

Then next, is there any multi-purpose functions to this bracelet?

[phaedrus]

Survival only for cordage.
As far as multitasking, alone not sure but I can incorporate a watch or compass or pretty much anthing small enough.
And remember there are no dumd questions only dumb people.

[Kookork]

Then next, is there any multi-purpose functions to this bracelet?

Oh yeah, You can hang a trapped mouse with it.
It is a great conversation starter.
What about being a tourniquet in bleeding emergencies?

Seriously, It is absolutely beautiful.Congratulations to the shop owner for the great idea.

I am tempted to thru-hike just to have one of them.

[Winds]

Oh yeah, You can hang a trapped mouse with it.

I am tempted to thru-hike just to have one of them.

I am trying to figure out how to trap the mouse with it before I hang it.
Hanging it is the simple part you Kook.
You probably can buy one if you promise to sleep outdoors with it sometime.

[Kookork]

I am trying to figure out how to trap the mouse with it before I hang it.
Hanging it is the simple part you Kook.
You probably can buy one if you promise to sleep outdoors with it sometime.

Simple: Put the bracelet on the floor of the shelter, when the mouse is scratching its head to figure out what the heck is this new thing you hit it with a bat but not a harsh hit, just enough to confuse the mouse. Got it?

[Feral Bill]

Simple: Put the bracelet on the floor of the shelter, when the mouse is scratching its head to figure out what the heck is this new thing you hit it with a bat but not a harsh hit, just enough to confuse the mouse. Got it?

How do I catch the bat? And aren't they just sort of flying mice?

[lunchbx]

Oh yeah, You can hang a trapped mouse with it.
It is a great conversation starter.
What about being a tourniquet in bleeding emergencies?

Seriously, It is absolutely beautiful.Congratulations to the shop owner for the great idea.

I am tempted to thru-hike just to have one of them.

One thing that's been bothering me about these bracelets. Yes I do agree that they are cool looking and fashionable and the extra cord can prove to be useful but, when you're faced with a true emergency like needing to use it for a tourniquet I think that the victim would bleed out before you were able to untie the alternating knots in the bracelet. Defiantly not as practical of an item as advertised.

[Winds]

One thing that's been bothering me about these bracelets. Yes I do agree that they are cool looking and fashionable and the extra cord can prove to be useful but, when you're faced with a true emergency like needing to use it for a tourniquet I think that the victim would bleed out before you were able to untie the alternating knots in the bracelet. Defiantly not as practical of an item as advertised.

No, it's not 'practical' at all.
Now I'm thinking I could get one large enough for a headband and maybe one for a belt!

[DaFireMedic]

One thing that's been bothering me about these bracelets. Yes I do agree that they are cool looking and fashionable and the extra cord can prove to be useful but, when you're faced with a true emergency like needing to use it for a tourniquet I think that the victim would bleed out before you were able to untie the alternating knots in the bracelet. Defiantly not as practical of an item as advertised.

One thing that's been bothering me about these bracelets. Yes I do agree that they are cool looking and fashionable and the extra cord can prove to be useful but, when you're faced with a true emergency like needing to use it for a tourniquet I think that the victim would bleed out before you were able to untie the alternating knots in the bracelet. Defiantly not as practical of an item as advertised.

I don't think that first aid are really what these types of cordage supplies are for, although they may have some uses for it. In "cordage" type emergencies, rarely are they of the "seconds count" type. Tourniquets are rarely (if ever) used anymore and only as a last resort to save the persons life, and then only when the situation is dire enough to sacrifice the injured limb. I've been in full time EMS for over 20 years and have never used a tourniquet, even when dealing with completely severed hands, feet, etc. The 3 other methods of bleeding control are always the first choice and control the bleeding the vast majority of times unless blood thinners are involved. If an actual situation calling for a tourniquet did happen, in other words the decision has been made to sacrifice the limb save the persons life, I would tie a shirt or use my belt as the tourniquet anyway. There really aren't any other emergencies that I can think of that would require cordage faster than you could untie a survival bracelet.

When I think of this type of "emergency" cordage, I'm thinking of unexpected situations such as an emergency shelter, temporary repairs of clothing or equipment, etc., For these things I bring along some extra nylon cordage, but if you are a paracord fan, it might as well be in a bracelet especially considering how low the guys prices are. Just my opinion.

[Winds]

Hmmm. Now I'll have to think about what I can get in that single weave...
I will have floss and a watch. I bookmarked you.

[phaedrus]

I wish I could give them to everyone. But have to cap it somehow, thu's earned it.

[phaedrus]

Some cordage and sticks and a big rock will make a trap

[RWheeler]

I want to order one, but I'm torn on the color choices, so it's making it difficult. Bah!

[Kookork]

I want to order one, but I'm torn on the color choices, so it's making it difficult. Bah!

It is very hard to choose but my choice has been gray and orange and my brother is thinking about blue and red mix. Like you he is undecided and asked for time so yeah it is not easy. I have been in love with this mix since my childhood so for me it was easy . My choice is already on photo.

[RWheeler]

I decided to go a yellow/grey combo, woot woot. Excited to receive it