550 Paracord, 100 ft hank

A 550 lb-rated, 7-strand braided nylon paracord, 4 mm in diameter and supplied as a continuous 100 ft hank. Available in 50 color options across solids, neons, glow-in-the-dark, ACU and woodland camo, and reflective finishes for night visibility.

• 550 lb tensile strength, 7 inner nylon strands inside a braided nylon sheath
• 4 mm (≈ 5/32 in) diameter, smooth on the hands when knotted
• One continuous 100 ft length per hank, no joins
• 50 colors including neons, camo, glow and reflective finishes
• UV-stable, hand-washable, dyeable with acid dyes
• Made to mil-spec standards for survival and crafting use

Use for friendship and survival bracelets, lanyards, knife-handle wraps, dog leads, and camp cords. Strong enough for utility work and flexible enough to knot, weave and wear all day. Pairs with our side-release buckles and the bracelet jig for repeatable results.

This product slots into a few common projects.

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  Friendship and survival bracelets

  Pair with a side-release buckle and a bracelet jig. A standard cobra-knot bracelet for everyday wear.

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  Lanyards and key fobs

  Cut to 4 ft, fold double, and finish with a buckle or a monkey-fist knot for a clean closure.

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  Camp and outdoor repairs

  Tent guylines, tarp ties, gear loops. Inner strands pull out as fishing line or sewing thread when needed.

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  Plant hangers and home decor

  Macramé up a plant hanger for a window or porch. About 60 ft per hanger is a safe starting estimate.

We started weaving in Pepperell, Massachusetts in 1917, originally as a shoe-lace factory. The same workshop today turns out the cord, wicking, beads, and DIY kits people turn into "I made this". Real manufacturing heritage with a modern, friendly feel. Read the full story →