Discover creative ways to use paracord, including crafting a stylish and practical paracord watch.
Paracord is an incredibly versatile tool for your preparedness arsenal. This durable nylon rope can be crafted into various designs like bracelets, watches, pouches, and more. In emergencies, you can unravel it for uses such as binding or hauling. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paracord enthusiast, there's a design for you. Let us guide you through creating your own paracord watch or explore other designs below.
What is Paracord?
Paracord, short for parachute cord, is a lightweight nylon rope initially used for parachuting. The most common type, 550 paracord, features a nylon sheath with 32 strands and seven 2-ply yarns inside, providing a minimum breaking strength of 550 lbs. Its quick-drying and rot-resistant properties make it ideal for a variety of tasks. The military uses paracord for securing gear, setting up shelters, and even fishing using the inner strands.
Popular Paracord Designs
- Paracord Bracelet
- Paracord Snake Design
- Paracord Keychain
- Paracord Belt Design
How to Make a Paracord Watch
Materials you’ll need:
- 10 feet of paracord
- Watch face (no band)
- Hemostats
- Lighter
- Measuring tape
- Side release buckle
- Scissors
- Measure 20 inches from one end of the paracord and loop it onto the buckle.
- Attach the shorter end to the buckle and use the longer end for weaving.
- Thread the paracord over the watch pins, under the watch, and back through the pins on the opposite side.
- Adjust the buckle distance to match your wrist size, accounting for an additional inch for weaving tightness.
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- Begin weaving the longer working end around the cords and under the watch.
- Continue weaving, tightening the paracord to keep the weave uniform.
- Push the watch tight against the cord and thread the working strand under and back through the pins.
- Weave until you reach the desired length and secure the working strand using hemostats.
- Trim and melt the ends to prevent fraying, then tuck them under the weave.
Your paracord watch is complete! Check out Stormdrane.com for more inspiration.
