October 3, 2011

Paracord merchandise

Ok, so after experimenting with some designs and whatnot, I have decided to start making and selling paracord stuff. I have a very quick turnover time and can ship them throughout the US. I am primarily making bracelets, key fobs, zipper pulls, lanyards, paracord wraps (knife handle, hatchet, anything with a stick like handle), and rifle/shotgun slings. There are tons of uses for paracord and you never know when you might need some quick rope. To use, just cut burnt ends off and unlace the paracord. Bracelets have around 7-10 feet of paracord, key fobs have around 6, zipper pulls have around 3, knife wraps have around 10, and the rifle/shotgun slings have from 80-120 feet depending on style and length.

Uses:
Rifle/shotgun sling:
One use I can see with a rifle sling is during a hunt you shoot a deer and decide to field dress it on a nearby tree. You need a way to hang the deer on the tree, but after a mile or so of tracking the wounded deer you are far away from where your camp is. All you need is to unlace part of the outer layer of paracord on your sling and away you go. Rifle/shotgun slings have either two or three layers of paracord, each comprising of around 40-50 feet of paracord, but do not attribute strength to the sling, just size. You can unravel all layers and still carry the gun with the inner core.
Bracelet:
You are camping and your tent decides it doesn't want to stand up on one end. Your rope doesn't reach a new stake and you need some extra cord to support the tent pole. Unwrap your bracelet and lash it to the existing tent rope and extend it to a secure tent stake.
Key fob/zipper pull:
Since these have a small amount of paracord, they really are used for decoration or identification. With the different color schemes, you can use them for labeling purposes. For instance, you have a large backpack with several zippered compartments. Throw a red/while zipper pull on the compartment with the first aid kit. Easy to see and easy to communicate to someone who needs it.
Knife wrap:
Since this is the primary handle material, I recommend using this as a last resort. Once this is used up you don't have a sure grip on your knife. But if it is necessary, you can unwrap it and lash your knife to a stick or pole and have a spear. Ward off large wildlife, use it for spear fishing, or use it to reach that hard to reach itch on your back.

I am still working on pricing, and it won't be very pricey at all. The more expensive items will be the rifle/shotgun slings due to the amount of paracord and sling swivels. Payment will be through paypal, so it will be secure and both me and the buyer will be protected.

Pictures, styles, and color choices to come......

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