How to Make a Double-Wide Cobra Paracord Bracelet
A great survivalist knows how valuable a paracord bracelet can be in a survival situation. This double-wide cobra bracelet allows you to carry multiple feet of paracord around your wrist at all times.
Check out the tutorial below to learn how to make your own!
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Double-Wide Cobra Paracord Bracelet Tutorial
Paracord Bracelet
A paracord bracelet is a great survival tool for any prepper, not only does paracord have a ton of uses, but it is also incredibly durable. I’m a huge fan of this Micro Fish Pod Paracord tool.
The double-wide cobra paracord weave is made from two small cobra braids side by side, allowing you to carry even more paracord on your wrist without being too bulky. I’ll show you how to make your own in the tutorial below.
Paracord Bracelet Supplies
- 3 Paracord 550 (4mm)(16 feet/4.8 meters each cord)
- Paracord black plastic buckles (25 mm / 1 inch)(2 Sets)
- Measuring tool
- Sharp flush cutter pliers
- Lighter
Instructions to Make Paracord Bracelet
- Measure your wrist to determine how much paracord you will need. You may need more or less, depending on the size of your wrist. (It’s definitely better to have too much paracord than not enough.)
- Loop your first paracord string through the buckle. Fold your cord in half, then make a loop with the right strand. Insert the loop into the top buckle, then pull the cord strings through.
- Loop your second and third-string through the buckle. Repeat the process you did in step 2. Loop one string on the left of your first string, then do one on the right side. In total, you will have three strings side by side.
- Begin to braid your paracord. This is 2 cobra stitches, side by side. After each set of braids, the center braid lines are swapped from one side to the other. This holds the 2 sides together. Take the outside braid line and pass it behind the 2 core lines. Pass the inner braid line under the outer braid line, then up and over the core lines, and through the loop made by the outer braid line. Tighten that knot. Now, on the same side of the buckle, you have to do the mirror image of the first knot. Loop the inner braid line behind the core lines. Then, pull the outer braid line behind the inner braid line, over the core lines, and through the loop and pull tight. Now do the same set of steps on the other side of the buckle, starting with the outer braid line. Once you’ve completed 2 knots on each side of the buckle, you have to crisscross the inner braid lines.
- Ensure that you are pulling the knots tightly, but not so tight as to distort the straightness of the bracelet. Every so often, grab the core lines and push the braids up to the buckle to keep everything tight. Release the braid lines bit by bit as needed. Just keep braiding until you get to the desired length.
- Once your bracelet is the proper length, thread your paracord through the bottom buckle. Pull one string from each braid line through the buckle.
- Tie off your bracelet.
- Seal the edges. Cut any excess paracord, then use a lighter to burn the edges. This will keep your bracelet intact and prevent fraying.
- Buckle your bracelet on your wrist, and you’re all set! You now have several feet of survival cord ready!
Tip:
- When you measure your bracelet, be sure to include both ends of the buckle in your measurements.
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Finished Product
In an emergency where your paracord bracelet will come in handy, you’ll want to be able to quickly deploy your bracelet. This double-wide cobra bracelet is just one of the many ways to weave a paracord.
Not only does it looks stylish but it will also provide you with a longer paracord which is handy in times of survival!
What other paracord bracelet have you tried weaving before? Share your experience with us in the comments section below!
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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on December 9, 2016, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.
4 Ways to Make Camouflage at Home
Camouflage is a remarkable natural adaptation that allows living organisms to blend seamlessly into their surroundings, making them less visible to predators or prey.
This protective mechanism is commonly observed in various animals, such as chameleons, frogs, and insects, as well as military and hunting gear.
By mimicking the colors, patterns, and textures of their environment, camouflaged creatures can effectively hide from potential threats and increase their chances of survival.
Crafting Camouflage at Home: Nature’s Hidden Art
Camouflage has become readily available in just about everything you could ask for – but it also tends to run up a steep tab.
Fortunately, these patterns are easy to find, and even easier to make!
With only a handful of materials, you can camo-up anything from a deer stand to a rifle in a matter of minutes.
Master these techniques and you’ll be able to camo just about anything your heart desires.
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Innovative Camouflage Ideas
1. Camouflage Hunting Clothing
Camouflage hunting clothing refers to specialized apparel designed to help hunters blend into their natural surroundings effectively. The clothing is patterned with colors and textures that mimic the environment, such as forests, grasslands, or snow-covered landscapes.
The primary purpose of camouflage hunting clothing is to make hunters less visible to the keen eyes of wildlife, allowing them to approach their prey without detection.
Camouflage hunting clothing is a crucial component of responsible and ethical hunting practices. By enabling hunters to remain concealed, it reduces the likelihood of startling or disturbing wildlife.
It ensuring a fair chase and minimizes unnecessary stress on animal populations. As such, it plays an integral role in promoting sustainable hunting and conservation efforts.
2. Camouflage Rifle
The camouflage patterns on the rifle’s exterior are typically inspired by natural elements found in different terrains, such as forests, grasslands, or desert landscapes. The goal is to break up the outline of the firearm and make it less conspicuous to potential targets or game animals.
By matching the rifle’s appearance to the surrounding environment, the shooter gains a tactical advantage, as it becomes more challenging for other people or wildlife to spot the rifle and identify the shooter’s position.
It is important to note that the camouflage pattern on the rifle does not affect its performance or accuracy. The camouflage is purely a cosmetic feature intended to aid in concealment and should not be mistaken as a substitute for proper firearm safety, handling, and marksmanship skills.
Camouflage rifles are popular among hunters, sports shooters, and military or law enforcement personnel who engage in outdoor operations. However, like any firearm, their use should always comply with local laws, regulations, and safety guidelines to ensure responsible ownership and usage.
3. Pink Camouflage | Digital Camouflage
The concept behind digital camouflage is to create a pattern that seamlessly blends into different terrains and situations, providing optimal concealment and protection.
By utilizing small, micro-patterns, digital camouflage aims to achieve a multi-scale effect, rendering the object less noticeable both up close and at a distance.
This effect is especially useful in modern combat situations and tactical environments where targets need to remain hidden from potential threats.
4. Camouflage Deer Stand
A camouflage deer stand is a concealed structure used by hunters to observe and hunt deer without being easily detected. These stands are designed to blend into the natural surroundings, such as forests or wooded areas, making them less visible to deer and other wildlife.
The primary purpose of a camouflage deer stand is to provide hunters with an elevated and concealed position to observe deer movement and behavior.
By being positioned above the ground, hunters can gain a better vantage point and increase their chances of spotting deer from a distance. The camouflaged exterior of the stand helps hunters remain unnoticed and reduces the risk of spooking deer due to movement or unnatural shapes.
A confrontation is not always the best solution when you have to protect yourself. There’s always the probability of getting hurt even if you have a good weapon or martial arts skills. Hiding or evasion would pose the wiser option because after all, being a survivalist or prepper is all about living for another day.
On the other side of the coin, background matching helps hunters go for the kill without being detected. When your game gets even a scent or clue that you are there, it will not come closer but run away. The animal will not be able to see you, hence it will act naturally and move around the area. Once it’s close enough, it’s time to use your hunting weapon and get your prize.
Camouflage provides many advantages whether you are the hunter or the hunted. You are saving your own life if you have other people coming after you. A deer will not suspect that a human is around as long as you used the right techniques. Time and again, blending in the background with your clothing or hideout has proven its benefits.
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20 Edible Wild Plants You Can Forage For Survival
Foraging for edible wild plants is an invaluable skill for preppers as survival will often depend on eating what’s available. Lucky for you, the wild is a garden of free edibles waiting to be harvested as long as you know what to go for.
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20 Edible Wild Plants You Didn’t Know You Can Survive on in the Wild
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1. Burdock
The burdock consists of big leaves and purplish flower heads that are thistle-like. Boil the leaves at least twice to remove their strong bitterness before consuming. You can also eat the stalks and roots raw or boiled as long as you peel them first.
2. Asparagus
The wild variety of asparagus is thinner than its grocery counterpart and tends to grow on damp soil with direct sunlight. It is edible, whether cooked or raw and leaves a distinct urine smell when consumed.
3. Lambsquarters
Lambsquarters are edible wild plants rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, and protein. Its leaves have a milder taste compared to spinach.
4. Chicory
Chicory is a bushy plant that has small lavender, white and blue flowers. Its entirety can be eaten from its leaves to the roots. You can eat the flowers raw, but the roots give a pleasant taste after boiling.
5. Wild Ginger
Though eaten as a spice substitute today, you can transform its rootstocks into wild ginger candy by boiling when it down in a rich, sugary syrup.
6. Red Clover
The red clover consists of trefoil leaves and red, rounded flower heads. Besides eating, you can also use it for medicinal purposes for conditions such as high cholesterol and brittle bones.
7. Dandelion
The dandelion plant is entirely edible, from its roots to its leaves. Boiling removes its leaves’ bitterness. Moreover, you can use the flowers as a garnish when making a dandelion salad.
8. Kelp
Kelp is a form of seaweed and is rich in folate, lignans, and vitamin K. It produces a compound called sodium alginate which you can with dairy products, among many others.
9. Green Seaweed
You can eat green seaweed raw after rinsing with fresh water to remove its saltiness. You can also use it in making many dishes such as seaweed soup and sushi rolls.
10. Cattail
Cattail is mostly found near the edges of freshwater wetlands. Most of it is edible and was a staple diet of Native American tribes. The corn dog-like flower spike has a corn-like taste, but the best part is the stem.
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11. American Elderberry
Use the purplish-black drupes of this edible wild plant to make jams and jellies. Ensure you cook it thoroughly before consumption as it can be poisonous.
12. White Mustard
White mustard is abundant in most parts of the world. It can be consumed from its seeds, flowers to its leaves.
13. Wild Rose
Wild rose plants can grow anywhere. It is a rich source of vitamins A and C, essential for birds and animals during the winter season.
14. Prickly Pear Cactus
The prickly pear cactus is delicious and nutritional but consider removing its spines on its outer skin. Boil the stems before consuming.
15. Miner’s Lettuce
The miner’s lettuce is usually used as a salad crop. It is heart-shaped, has slightly succulent leaves, and has a mild flavor. You can also safely consume its flowering shoots and leaves.
16. Chickweed
The chickweed’s leaves are hefty, along with small white flowers in the plant. It is high in vitamins and minerals. Eat raw or boiled.
17. Pine Nuts
Pine nuts are snacks that are edible straight from pine cones. It is also a favored snack of woodland creatures such as squirrels and birds.
18. Fireweed
The fireweed plant has red-stemmed flowers that usually pop up in areas that recently suffered wildfires, hence its name. Its reddish stalks and pinkish to purple flowers are edible, especially at its earlier stages.
19. Bamboo
The bamboo’s edible parts are the stout and rotund buds, which have been a staple Asian food for centuries. It contains toxins that are lethal when eaten raw hence the need to boil it first.
20. Purslane
Though purslane is seen as an obnoxious weed on your lawn, it can provide much-needed vitamins and minerals while in the wild. It has smooth fat leaves that leave you with a refreshing sour taste when eaten raw or boiled.
There you have it, fellow preppers. Outdoor expeditions should be filled with responsibility as they are fun, so you can never be too prepared with extra survival knowledge.
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