One of the most important accessories for fans of active life and extreme sports is a survival bracelet. Almost imperceptible or, on the contrary, catchy and bright, he is able to come to the aid in difficult times and even save his life if necessary. With him, you can not be afraid of unpleasant moments, surprises and bad surprises. You can buy it or make it yourself.
What is a survival bracelet
This accessory is currently worn not only by military and extreme sportsmen, but also hiking enthusiasts, and just civilians. Most often, it is braided from paracord - a lightweight rope made of nylon equipped with a core. Paracord is notable for its tremendous strength, withstanding a load of more than two hundred kilograms, and was originally intended for the manufacture of parachute lines. The value of the bracelet lies in the fact that it can be dissolved in a few minutes into a strong cable up to five meters long. This is truly a necessary thing in a suitable situation! In addition, many craftsmen add variety to ordinary models by weaving wire saws, fishing tackle and other items useful in the wild forest into a strong bracelet. Factory models are often equipped with special fasteners, in which a whistle, knives, even a flint, inscribed tokens are mounted.
Material for bracelet
So, survival bracelet: how to weave? First you need to decide on the materials for the product. In principle, it is not at all necessary to acquire a paracord, although this, of course, is an ideal option. You can take a fairly strong and reliable cord with a diameter of four millimeters. Too thick a cord is more convenient when knitting, but it will interfere and rub on your hand. Too thin will cause a lot of trouble when weaving. They are sold in ordinary construction or hardware stores and are not uncommon. In addition to the cord, you need to choose a mount, for example, lifting brackets or fasteks made of plastic. However, the most reliable option is still a knot with a loop. So, to make a bracelet of survival from a paracord 20 cm long, you will need scissors, a lighter or ordinary matches, five meters of the cord.
How to weave a bracelet: lock
To begin with, the cord is folded in half and taken in the middle. A small loop is made from the middle, into which the free end of the cord is partially pushed. Then you need to make an upward movement, slightly tightening the loop. Now she is given shape, everything is tightened tightly. This is the lock of the bracelet.
The basis for the bracelet
After the lock, you need to make the basis for the product: two long loops that make up the survival bracelet. To do this, first one free end of the cord is pushed under the lock, then the second is held through the main loop and hangs at the bottom of the lock loop. So, the result is a lock, and under it are two shoulders of the same length, each consisting of three pieces of cord. Now you should adjust the length of the loops to the size of the wrist. A finger should freely slip between the hand and the bracelet, and the product will not fall off the brush.
Bracelet weave
Further, the survival bracelet is woven as follows: the base is turned upside down and its braiding begins on either side. All loops must be tightened tightly enough, but without excessive zeal, otherwise the product will then be impossible to weave. So, the free right side of the cord is held above the base, then underneath it sits in the loop formed, is pulled towards the castle. Now the same thing is repeated with the left free part. Next step: the right end is held under the base, then from above, then into the loop. The same thing needs to be done with the left end. The process is repeated until only a loop remains in which you can insert the lock. The remaining ends must be melted on fire. That's it, the survival bracelet is ready. You can safely go hiking and not worry about your equipment.
How to use a bracelet
For experienced "survivors" and extreme enthusiasts, it takes up to a minute to unwind the product. To do this, just grab the bracelet at the base of the lock with your left hand and pull the lock with your right hand.