I feel like I was sitting with you on Christmas morning. Thanks for sharing your package/gift opening. I remain hopeful I can secure a couple of Mikko’s tools and lengths of cordage. I received some material from Philip in Australia, but WOW it was HARD laid.! I join the ranks of many in mourning the demise of Belfast Cord. Best, Vernon
Really nice to see you take the time and showcase Mikko's rope. I've made a few things using his cordage and I can attest to the high quality, and durability too! I made a lighthouse key fob using one of Mikko's tutorials, and the guy I gave it to was thrilled to get it. After using Mikko's cordage it's hard to pick up any other kind of cordage for projects. Also totally impressed with the chest beckets he makes - superb! Thanks for presenting this video Johnny.
Thanks for popping over and leaving a comment. Well, you can tell I am now a fan from the video. If you do knotting, do you have any work that is on-line for me to have a look at? I love to see other peoples knotting projects.
The only pic of knots that I've done is on Mikko's Facebook page (if this link works) facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1393073884047565&set=o.207927639552030&type=3&theater I see so many amazing knotty things others have done that it makes me a bit too shy to post my work. Maybe as I get better I'll post some photos on my own page. Every time I follow someone's TH-cam tutorial I realize just how much a beginner I really am.
Yep, the link works fine. Great work there, looks especially good with Mikko's cord. When you do more work, please do let me see it? If you want to friend me of FB facebook.com/john.peart.798?ref=bookmarks
Howdy! Glad to see you found some quality cord! Indeed, for knot work, you need something above the standard. I am a bit envious of your package...that came out wrong :). Thank you for sharing! Mark
Hello Mark, I see that you also do ropework from your YT channel. I do love it when old rope is turned into a thump mat or door mat. Do you by any chance have an Instagram account to follow your rope exploits? Cheers for popping over and leaving a comment.
Johnny Debt i live in the Netherlands and Naturale rope is super expensive! so Paracord is the easiest. Although what i understand Mikko isn't that expensive. and i want one of those marlin spikes. 😀
I was always remember that good, reasonably price cord came from the Netherlands. It looks like they are also pricing themselves out of the market. Yes, the Marlin Spike that Mikko makes is really nice!! If you follow the link in the description there is a video of the wooden version on Mikko's site. Really good of you to visit my channel and leave a comment. Do you have photos of your work online?
I have some work on my instagram account. Last thing i did was a turkshead knot on my hatchet that cord was real used paracord. My grandfather had a little business repairing parachutes. And when he had some old cord i would get that cord. I still have some.
I just love that! Nothing better than having something with a bit of history behind it. I often use old rope and I always try to get the history behind the rope. If it is passed on, I always try to attach a note about the history of the piece. If you don't mind send me your instagram link?
I started knotting as a necessity as a young man in Boy Scouts. We were not allowed to use the fancy tension devices and joining devices in our troop. In fact, one of the first things we had to do was tie a keeper loop for our camping cups so we could put them on our belts. It was good for us all to learn how to do that. Out of having to learn that I had a love of knotting. I did not practice much again until just a few years ago when I got into tying with paracord. I will 100% agree with you that nothing feels like natural cordage. I will also say that about tools. I had 10 to 1 rather have my hand-made fids and needles than to have any metal ones. There is just something about working good cotton cord with a wooden fid. Nothing quite like it in the world. Thaks for the video and review. Talking about the little extra that he does, whether you noticed or not, all of those swatches were tied onto the card with Matthew Walker knots. That, my friend, is attention to detail.
Yes, I did later notice that little additional attention to detail. Often when I look back at a nice object that I have made and recall all the things that went on around me as I made it. The feel of the cord and the tools, the warmth of the sun if I sat outside and of course my dog snoring! What country are you in?
I really enjoy your videos. I bought a bit of Mikko's cordage and his bell rope kit. they are amazing. Being in the U.S.A. I was concerned about shipping, but that was a non-issue. I am new to knotting. I began with paracord but wanted to try something a little different. I then began using store bought cotton and liked it a little better, but the comparison to Mikko's cordage is night and day. I am expecting a second shipment from him any day now. HE also answers emails rather quickly and is very helpful with any questions. Keep up the good work.
Cheers Jack, many thanks for watching and making a comment. I personally love the cordage that Mikko makes. There is nothing better than something made from quality natural cordage. I would love to see some of your work, do you have anything on-line?
Look at a couple pictures on my FB page. One item in particular is the star knot. I was having trouble doing it right. I asked Mikko if he could make a video of his and he obliged. Then I saw that I was making a silly little mistake. I also completed his bell rope kit and I believe there is a photo of that on my page also. If knot, pun intended, I'll post one. I agree that his cordage makes any knot look unbelievably good. The texture and sharpness of every knot is greatly enhanced.
Brilliant, just sent you a friend request. Ah yes, the star knot, I avoided that one for years. I now really enjoy tying that one, however, when it comes to tightening it up, I always have to think really hard where the cord goes to pull up the next bit of slack. You appear now to be a master of the Star. The star knot is a classic example of how a knot looks better done with natural cord rather than paracord.
Did you notice his sample board of cordage was secured with two-strand Mathew Walker’s knots. Mikko is the current Heavy Weight Champion of Marlinespike Championship. Vernon in West Vancouver
Just recently got into knot tying. I only have a couple small pieces right now. One courtesy of Mikko. One went on a retirement chest for a former shipmate.
Dear John, Fantastic videos! Your stuff is brilliant! Thank you for doing this. Just what I've been looking for! Just watched your video of the opening of Mikko Snellman's sampler. I was as excited as you were. I think I may have jumped up and down a bit. What an amazing selection, and such beautiful stuff. Here to for I have only been able to get the good hard laid tarred marline from Bill Rickman at American Rope and Tar. Love the smell. Wonderful chap, and excellent resource here in the USA. Looking forward to watching your other videos, and buying Mr. Snellman's fine products. All the best John
Many thanks for popping over, viewing and leaving a comment. To be very honest, the video does not do the cordage justice. It smells lovely and it feels perfect to the touch. Mikko Snellman is worth watching on TH-cam and following on FaceBook. If you want, I can send you a link?
@@KnottingKnots No, it is my first time I give a reaction. I enjoy watching your video's!!! For me rope knots have solved lots of problems at my work if the proper tools aren't available. Especially the Sledge Knot - used as a clamp. In the near future I hope I'll be able to make Chest Beckets for a Sea Chest. Greetings from The Netherlands.🇳🇱
@@KnottingKnotsthank you very much!!! I found Edward and also you on instagram. His products are very, very convincing!👌. At this moment I have only experience with about 60 practical knots but decorative work now will be the next challenge. I have the tools so... time to practice!😀. Thanks a lot!
Johnny, what did you actually order? 1 #6 red cotton, 1 #6 Linen, 1 #6 Flax? Why cotton v. Linen v. Flax? Characteristics, strength, etc ... I didn't see that discussion on Mikko's site. Perhaps I missed it.
To be honest when it comes to decorative rope work, my main concern is a natural fibre and the lay of the cord. I insist on a fairly hard lay, as it is easier to work with and also gives the knots a lovely profile. Mikko spends his life knotting so rather than stipulate what fibre you want, just tell him what project you are doing. You will end up with the best cord for the job. Sorry I can not be more specific, as I really do not remember what the conversation was, I probably said just send me something nice and a specific thickness?? Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. I take it that you are a decorative knotter?
Decorative knotting is a secondary interest. I occasionally run across projects where functional rope/cord work can be enhanced with a decorative feature. Simple example that led me to Mikko's site, and, by extension, back to your site: Learned my mother-in-law has a crude jury-rigged way to turn on/off a remote basement pull-chain ceiling light involving wire directly strung & wrapped to a nail hammered into a stud next to the basement door ... hahaaa. I'm replacing it with a more elegant jury-rig involving static cordage, eyelet screws for more appropriate routing, and a decorative cord pull by the door. My search for cord pull ideas led me to Mikko's classic bellrope design. I tied the bellrope keyfob with paracord, which will work fine for this application. It's just not as attractive and polished as would be if I used Mikko's beautiful cord. There are other more visible small projects, e.g. a string of Christmas bells, turksheading my small forest axe neck, etc. where I could use high quality cordage ... unfortunately I haven't found an American source, so I may order some from Mikko. Also have an eye on that "spid" tool ;^)
hi Johnny, enjoying your videos. just started knotting and I ordered a few dyi kits from Mikko. I am impressed with the quality of the rope and I've been saving it in for the same reason. I don't want to waste it. It took about 2 weeks to receive my order in California, USA. By the way, no translater on your computer? 😉
Sorry what do you mean by no translator, is this something that I can rectify? Or as a Yank are you struggling with the Limey accent? 😉 I am glad that you too are getting the benefit of Mikko's cordage. Do you have any work on-line that I can see? Thanks for popping in and leaving a comment.
Trouble is that not all people use GC. Besides Mikko speaks really good English, so an email to him would resolve any questions anyone may have. Thanks for dropping by and leaving a comment, hope to see you again soon. Are you a knotter?
My reply was intended merely to answer your question about "no translator". I have a large amount of new "old stock" Japanese hemp thread that I am twisting into cord.
This cord looks excellent, I've just viewed Mikko's website as to ordering some for a project. Are his prices per 10m hank or per meter? If the prices represent a 10m hank, they seem a bargain.
I did make a netting needle during lockdown, but yes, I do have plenty of cordage in stock!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.
Paracord is great however, it is awful for anything that carries sentiment. This hard laid cord just creates beautiful results. I have watched Mikko's videos and it produced a search by me to find cordage in the US. I found none, not even in the warehouse superstores. So, on a trip to the coast, I tried there to find decent cordage. Nope. Tried online and results were sketchy. Asked Mikko direct and he recommended synthetic in lieu of natural, which is okay, but not near as good. To top that, you can have it in any color, as long as its white. I did find some natural color cotton cord which was slightly larger than thread, but its made in China and quality is sketchy as best which is to be expected based on how cheap it was, nor is it hard laid. 165 feet for $4 US. Now that I see your video, I see an order being placed soon. Until then, the search continues...
Yes, trying to find quality cord is so difficult. Another problem you will find is, once you get some, you will save it for very special projects. The sentiment is really huge when it comes to using quality stuff. When I hold my ditty bags, I remember how frustrating it was, the warm days sat outside making it and my last dog who would sit with me in the quiet.
I feel like I was sitting with you on Christmas morning. Thanks for sharing your package/gift opening. I remain hopeful I can secure a couple of Mikko’s tools and lengths of cordage. I received some material from Philip in Australia, but WOW it was HARD laid.! I join the ranks of many in mourning the demise of Belfast Cord. Best, Vernon
If you look up custom spike, you may find someone near you that does them?
finally the I've been waiting for ☺ looks like you are going to have a lot of fun with this care pac
The quality is superb! I just love three ply cord, as it add another dimension to the knot that is created. Are you a natural cord knotter?
This is exactly what I was looking for! Thanks for the information.
You and so many others, this stuff is just so difficult to get hold of these days!! He does supply all over the world.
Really nice to see you take the time and showcase Mikko's rope. I've made a few things using his cordage and I can attest to the high quality, and durability too! I made a lighthouse key fob using one of Mikko's tutorials, and the guy I gave it to was thrilled to get it. After using Mikko's cordage it's hard to pick up any other kind of cordage for projects. Also totally impressed with the chest beckets he makes - superb! Thanks for presenting this video Johnny.
Thanks for popping over and leaving a comment. Well, you can tell I am now a fan from the video. If you do knotting, do you have any work that is on-line for me to have a look at? I love to see other peoples knotting projects.
The only pic of knots that I've done is on Mikko's Facebook page (if this link works)
facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1393073884047565&set=o.207927639552030&type=3&theater
I see so many amazing knotty things others have done that it makes me a bit too shy to post my work. Maybe as I get better I'll post some photos on my own page. Every time I follow someone's TH-cam tutorial I realize just how much a beginner I really am.
Yep, the link works fine. Great work there, looks especially good with Mikko's cord. When you do more work, please do let me see it? If you want to friend me of FB facebook.com/john.peart.798?ref=bookmarks
Howdy!
Glad to see you found some quality cord! Indeed, for knot work, you need something above the standard.
I am a bit envious of your package...that came out wrong :).
Thank you for sharing!
Mark
Hello Mark, I see that you also do ropework from your YT channel. I do love it when old rope is turned into a thump mat or door mat. Do you by any chance have an Instagram account to follow your rope exploits? Cheers for popping over and leaving a comment.
Please let me know if you are struggling to get hold of good quality cordage?
Johnny Debt i live in the Netherlands and Naturale rope is super expensive! so Paracord is the easiest. Although what i understand Mikko isn't that expensive. and i want one of those marlin spikes. 😀
I was always remember that good, reasonably price cord came from the Netherlands. It looks like they are also pricing themselves out of the market. Yes, the Marlin Spike that Mikko makes is really nice!! If you follow the link in the description there is a video of the wooden version on Mikko's site. Really good of you to visit my channel and leave a comment. Do you have photos of your work online?
I have some work on my instagram account. Last thing i did was a turkshead knot on my hatchet that cord was real used paracord. My grandfather had a little business repairing parachutes. And when he had some old cord i would get that cord. I still have some.
I just love that! Nothing better than having something with a bit of history behind it. I often use old rope and I always try to get the history behind the rope. If it is passed on, I always try to attach a note about the history of the piece. If you don't mind send me your instagram link?
Johnny Debt here is a instagram link. instagram.com/p/BUL9n3eAkql/
I started knotting as a necessity as a young man in Boy Scouts. We were not allowed to use the fancy tension devices and joining devices in our troop. In fact, one of the first things we had to do was tie a keeper loop for our camping cups so we could put them on our belts. It was good for us all to learn how to do that.
Out of having to learn that I had a love of knotting. I did not practice much again until just a few years ago when I got into tying with paracord. I will 100% agree with you that nothing feels like natural cordage. I will also say that about tools. I had 10 to 1 rather have my hand-made fids and needles than to have any metal ones. There is just something about working good cotton cord with a wooden fid. Nothing quite like it in the world.
Thaks for the video and review.
Talking about the little extra that he does, whether you noticed or not, all of those swatches were tied onto the card with Matthew Walker knots. That, my friend, is attention to detail.
Yes, I did later notice that little additional attention to detail. Often when I look back at a nice object that I have made and recall all the things that went on around me as I made it. The feel of the cord and the tools, the warmth of the sun if I sat outside and of course my dog snoring! What country are you in?
That Flax is beautiful
I really enjoy your videos. I bought a bit of Mikko's cordage and his bell rope kit. they are amazing. Being in the U.S.A. I was concerned about shipping, but that was a non-issue.
I am new to knotting. I began with paracord but wanted to try something a little different. I then began using store bought cotton and liked it a little better, but the comparison to Mikko's cordage is night and day. I am expecting a second shipment from him any day now. HE also answers emails rather quickly and is very helpful with any questions. Keep up the good work.
Cheers Jack, many thanks for watching and making a comment. I personally love the cordage that Mikko makes. There is nothing better than something made from quality natural cordage. I would love to see some of your work, do you have anything on-line?
Look at a couple pictures on my FB page. One item in particular is the star knot. I was having trouble doing it right. I asked Mikko if he could make a video of his and he obliged. Then I saw that I was making a silly little mistake. I also completed his bell rope kit and I believe there is a photo of that on my page also. If knot, pun intended, I'll post one. I agree that his cordage makes any knot look unbelievably good. The texture and sharpness of every knot is greatly enhanced.
Brilliant, just sent you a friend request. Ah yes, the star knot, I avoided that one for years. I now really enjoy tying that one, however, when it comes to tightening it up, I always have to think really hard where the cord goes to pull up the next bit of slack. You appear now to be a master of the Star. The star knot is a classic example of how a knot looks better done with natural cord rather than paracord.
Box opening @ 3:32
Did you notice his sample board of cordage was secured with two-strand Mathew Walker’s knots. Mikko is the current Heavy Weight Champion of Marlinespike Championship. Vernon in West Vancouver
I often think that the presentation is just as important as getting the item you purchased.
He even ships to Hawaii! Great cordage! Great craftsman!
Not to mention very affordable 👍🏻
His tools are rather lovely too!! Yes, it would appear that Mikko is a Global Trader!
Hey Ryan, got any photos of your work to have a look at?
Just recently got into knot tying. I only have a couple small pieces right now. One courtesy of Mikko. One went on a retirement chest for a former shipmate.
I wonder if you are like me? I spent a thousand years in the Navy and only got into knotting years after I left.
Dear John, Fantastic videos! Your stuff is brilliant! Thank you for doing this. Just what I've been looking for! Just watched your video of the opening of Mikko Snellman's sampler. I was as excited as you were. I think I may have jumped up and down a bit. What an amazing selection, and such beautiful stuff. Here to for I have only been able to get the good hard laid tarred marline from Bill Rickman at American Rope and Tar. Love the smell. Wonderful chap, and excellent resource here in the USA. Looking forward to watching your other videos, and buying Mr. Snellman's fine products. All the best John
Many thanks for popping over, viewing and leaving a comment. To be very honest, the video does not do the cordage justice. It smells lovely and it feels perfect to the touch. Mikko Snellman is worth watching on TH-cam and following on FaceBook. If you want, I can send you a link?
"...remember, I do know where you live..."🤣👍👌
I think we had that conversation a few years back?
@@KnottingKnots No, it is my first time I give a reaction. I enjoy watching your video's!!! For me rope knots have solved lots of problems at my work if the proper tools aren't available. Especially the Sledge Knot - used as a clamp. In the near future I hope I'll be able to make Chest Beckets for a Sea Chest. Greetings from The Netherlands.🇳🇱
@@lubachsiron8524 Hello Holland!!! Let me know when you have made your Chest Beckets, would love to see them?
If you are looking for quality cord near you, then this link may be of interest: igkt-solent.co.uk/quality-cordage-belgium/
@@KnottingKnotsthank you very much!!! I found Edward and also you on instagram. His products are very, very convincing!👌. At this moment I have only experience with about 60 practical knots but decorative work now will be the next challenge. I have the tools so... time to practice!😀. Thanks a lot!
I'm in Finland and I understand the website Finnish language and I couldn't find a link for the cord you have purchased. I sent him and email...
Information on his Facebook shop snellman.ax/cords.pdf
Johnny, what did you actually order? 1 #6 red cotton, 1 #6 Linen, 1 #6 Flax? Why cotton v. Linen v. Flax? Characteristics, strength, etc ... I didn't see that discussion on Mikko's site. Perhaps I missed it.
To be honest when it comes to decorative rope work, my main concern is a natural fibre and the lay of the cord. I insist on a fairly hard lay, as it is easier to work with and also gives the knots a lovely profile. Mikko spends his life knotting so rather than stipulate what fibre you want, just tell him what project you are doing. You will end up with the best cord for the job. Sorry I can not be more specific, as I really do not remember what the conversation was, I probably said just send me something nice and a specific thickness?? Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. I take it that you are a decorative knotter?
Decorative knotting is a secondary interest. I occasionally run across projects where functional rope/cord work can be enhanced with a decorative feature. Simple example that led me to Mikko's site, and, by extension, back to your site: Learned my mother-in-law has a crude jury-rigged way to turn on/off a remote basement pull-chain ceiling light involving wire directly strung & wrapped to a nail hammered into a stud next to the basement door ... hahaaa. I'm replacing it with a more elegant jury-rig involving static cordage, eyelet screws for more appropriate routing, and a decorative cord pull by the door. My search for cord pull ideas led me to Mikko's classic bellrope design.
I tied the bellrope keyfob with paracord, which will work fine for this application. It's just not as attractive and polished as would be if I used Mikko's beautiful cord. There are other more visible small projects, e.g. a string of Christmas bells, turksheading my small forest axe neck, etc. where I could use high quality cordage ... unfortunately I haven't found an American source, so I may order some from Mikko. Also have an eye on that "spid" tool ;^)
hi Johnny, enjoying your videos. just started knotting and I ordered a few dyi kits from Mikko. I am impressed with the quality of the rope and I've been saving it in for the same reason. I don't want to waste it. It took about 2 weeks to receive my order in California, USA.
By the way, no translater on your computer? 😉
Sorry what do you mean by no translator, is this something that I can rectify? Or as a Yank are you struggling with the Limey accent? 😉 I am glad that you too are getting the benefit of Mikko's cordage. Do you have any work on-line that I can see? Thanks for popping in and leaving a comment.
Google Chrome will automatically translate a webpage.
Trouble is that not all people use GC. Besides Mikko speaks really good English, so an email to him would resolve any questions anyone may have. Thanks for dropping by and leaving a comment, hope to see you again soon. Are you a knotter?
My reply was intended merely to answer your question about "no translator". I have a large amount of new "old stock" Japanese hemp thread that I am twisting into cord.
Now that sounds interesting, have you got any before and after pics to see?
This cord looks excellent, I've just viewed Mikko's website as to ordering some for a project. Are his prices per 10m hank or per meter? If the prices represent a 10m hank, they seem a bargain.
Sorry I really do not know the answer to that. If you contact him direct, he does converse that way. Or you can link up with him on Facebook?
Hopefully you had some left during lockdown. 😁
I did make a netting needle during lockdown, but yes, I do have plenty of cordage in stock!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.
Paracord is great however, it is awful for anything that carries sentiment. This hard laid cord just creates beautiful results. I have watched Mikko's videos and it produced a search by me to find cordage in the US. I found none, not even in the warehouse superstores. So, on a trip to the coast, I tried there to find decent cordage. Nope. Tried online and results were sketchy. Asked Mikko direct and he recommended synthetic in lieu of natural, which is okay, but not near as good. To top that, you can have it in any color, as long as its white. I did find some natural color cotton cord which was slightly larger than thread, but its made in China and quality is sketchy as best which is to be expected based on how cheap it was, nor is it hard laid. 165 feet for $4 US. Now that I see your video, I see an order being placed soon. Until then, the search continues...
Yes, trying to find quality cord is so difficult. Another problem you will find is, once you get some, you will save it for very special projects. The sentiment is really huge when it comes to using quality stuff. When I hold my ditty bags, I remember how frustrating it was, the warm days sat outside making it and my last dog who would sit with me in the quiet.