I've been into knots and paracord for years and your channel is the first innovative breath of fresh air the hobby has had in a very long time, since maybe animatedknots. Keep up the great work.
Someone may have already commented this but make sure you use heat-shrink with adhesive lining. Not all heat-shrink tubing has adhesive inside and the cord will just slip right out after heating.
when doing the heat shrink, I've had good luck with putting liquid electrical tape under the heat shrink. The liquid electrical tape pernitrates into the fibers and connects very well with the head shrink making it a ever stronger bond. Good video, I'll use this.
Harbor freight sells a heat shrink for marine that has an adhesive sealant inside the heat shrink. Try that and see if you like it, I do. I made a rope eye with a carabiner using that stuff to hold the rope together without any knots and threw it in my boat, ended up using it to tow my waverunner to the launch when it wouldn't start in october. That adhesive is stronger than I thought it'd be.
I’m a new subscriber-absolutely LOVE this channel!!! You’re such a great teacher, breaking down every step to where anyone can follow along. Thank you for your contribution! I love the slingshot video, btw!!
Used this method the other day for a wallet "chain". I pulled both sides back through to the same hole and out the middle, put a stitch in the 2 inner ends and pull them back inside. Works perfectly, eye splice on both ends.
Wow, amazing. As I was watching you pull a single strand of the inner cord out, I bet a fine tip crochet hook would another tool that you can use. There are ones designed for lace making and a size close to 2.5 mm might do the trick as if has a hooked end to it. Thanks for sharing your well thought out, easy to follow video.
FYI I’ve also been able to create a locked Brummell splice in some gutted paracord. It doesn’t work as well with extremely tight sheath weaves, but paracord varies. The Brummell allows a solid, self locked splice without having to access the other end.
That Brummell splice looks strong. My only concern would be getting an item into that loop since you have to run the loop through the weave as well. Is there a way to do that?
You won’t be able to get anything in the loop that can’t also pass through the cord. I use it either with some kind of openable loop (e.g. an S-biner) or attach it to a solid ring with a larks head on the loop. The only advantage to the splice in this case is that it’s very strong without the bulk of a knot.
I use nail varnish glue to secure paracord joints, It makes a very strong joint when you put one end inside the other. You only need a tiny drop, it goes rigid in one second! It's also a good alternative to melting cut ends.
Well done, performing marline spike splice work on paracord. It's refreshing to see someone working paracord that isn't just another braid or weave. I also appreciate that you are one of the few who have picked up on heat shrink tubing. I was thinking that you are sacrificing the strength of the inner strands for the splice, until it occurred to me that pulling something out allows room for something to take it's place. Wire could be fed through to make the whole assembly even stronger than the original. To keep the outer mantle from slipping while forming the loop the end fed back inside could be held tight to the wire with heat shrink tubing, like the tip of a shoe lace. Wire would make the whole thing stiffer, but that would be the trade off.
I disagree, this is not only a waste of time. Also greatly compromising the strength of the para cord. Strength is in those fibers be inside the tube. A neat parlor trick and thats about it.
Most definitely gonna use this... just let me say my wife is mad because I can't stop watching your channel and we're supposed to be watching a movie together🤣 great tips keep em coming
Inner strands are 2 smaller strands "twisted" together, the outer sheath is "woven". Love your using a bike chain master link for a key keeper, ellagent.
5:45 "So there's our completed eye splice." Hmm, that jacket is rated at 305 pounds of normal 550, so I guess it's fairly strong without the 7 dual strands which rate at 35# each. So much for watching this vid to learn knotting skills. ;)
You can do the same thing in a fraction of the time with a parachute riggers finger trap tool made out of piano wire... or an old guitar string. You can trap both ends, no need for the shrink wrap.
In the first part of your video you mention "figuring out a way to terminate the other side"... Just a theory, but I think given you have now added a "core" to the full length of the cord, you have essentially created a "double braided" paracord. You could in theory do your second end's eye splice in the manner you would in and double braided nylon rope and regain some of the strength lost by removing the core fibres. Just an idea.
When I was a kid I saw this old guy take a piece of 550 cord and poke a hole through it with a marlin spike. He passed end A through the hole (all the way through the cord). Then he put a hole through end A and passed end B through it. Repeat a few times and the two ends are woven through each other. Locks absolutely tight and doesn't lose the center cords so it maintains its strength. Doesn't look as nice though.
For the method of adding an eye splice in both ends. If you’re working with a much longerer paracord, lets say 3 meter. Is the loop still gonna be in the middle? And the strands also the same?
Hello first time watching your video and a subscribed afterwards. Like it and I will be watching more of your post. Can you pls tell me what’s the make an model of that handheld torch that you are using and where I can get one. Thanks!!
Love the channel and the videos. Question for you: What can I find the individual links (looks like bike chain) for the closure on the keys? I would like to get a few of those for various projects and ideas of my own. Thank you.
Look into parachute riggers finger trap tools. We make them out of music wire and it makes doing exactly this a million times easier and allows you to finger trap really small diameter cords like HMA and Vectran 🤘
Ok so this is so sick. I’m gonna make a ton of these but bc I value your skill so much, just out of curiosity, what knot would you do around the key if you didn’t want to do a heat shrink or additional eye splice? Thanks again! 🪢
What is the item being attached at about 4:00? Like the chain link for keys. I'd pose a challenge: almost all minimalist key chain ideas show designs with only metal keys, never big chunky plastic key fobs. What could be designed for minimalist fob owners? :)
I was thinking the same thing. There probably wouldn't be enough room to pull it through, even it you did it, it wouldn't be paracord it would be a ultra rigid pararod. It's theoretically possible to do it by only removing some of the strands. It would take a bit of R&D to find out what techniques work. I can think of a few ways it might be done, but it's better to test them first and make a video if they work. Guessing and trying to explain it only in words is awkward at best. Some one else will have to find out. As much as I grasp the concept of the ideas my hands are made for knots in rope, this level of fine work is beyond me. "Damn it Doc! I'm a mechanic not a surgeon!"
It's the first line in the description. Amazon affiliate link. Buying with that link gives the author a small amount of money, so many other youtubers leaves links in a similar manner.
Hi, great job and very explanatory, I am new here, but I have a question, have you tried this technique in micro cord or type I paracord ???? or only with 550 paracord
@@First_Class_Amateur Thanks for the answer. it's the same principle but with a thinner paracord, I tried with a splicing needle, but I cannot get the paracord to run freely inside, it's to make a 1/4 scale parachute replica and i used for the union of the lines with the harness have a better presentation and strength with tension.
I got it at a corner store in Oceanside, California for a beach bond fire. This is the Amazon description. “6 3/4" Eagle Torch Pen Gun Torch Lighter Butane Refillable Semi Transparent Tank (Semi Transparent Black)”
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I've been into knots and paracord for years and your channel is the first innovative breath of fresh air the hobby has had in a very long time, since maybe animatedknots.
Keep up the great work.
Thanks!
Someone may have already commented this but make sure you use heat-shrink with adhesive lining. Not all heat-shrink tubing has adhesive inside and the cord will just slip right out after heating.
A thin slice of hot-glue underneath regular heatshrink would work too...
but yeah, it requires more heating and not always spreads
yeah, usually that type is labeled as marine grade i think
Look for marine rated heatshrink it has a waterproof adhesive.
when doing the heat shrink, I've had good luck with putting liquid electrical tape under the heat shrink. The liquid electrical tape pernitrates into the fibers and connects very well with the head shrink making it a ever stronger bond.
Good video, I'll use this.
Harbor freight sells a heat shrink for marine that has an adhesive sealant inside the heat shrink. Try that and see if you like it, I do. I made a rope eye with a carabiner using that stuff to hold the rope together without any knots and threw it in my boat, ended up using it to tow my waverunner to the launch when it wouldn't start in october. That adhesive is stronger than I thought it'd be.
@@michaelosmon very nice. good to know that product exists.
I’m a new subscriber-absolutely LOVE this channel!!! You’re such a great teacher, breaking down every step to where anyone can follow along. Thank you for your contribution! I love the slingshot video, btw!!
Thanks brother! I appreciate the kind words.
Used this method the other day for a wallet "chain". I pulled both sides back through to the same hole and out the middle, put a stitch in the 2 inner ends and pull them back inside. Works perfectly, eye splice on both ends.
I really like the use of the chain link, looks great and keeps the keys tight. Great for a guy like me that hates big bundles of keys.
Wow, amazing. As I was watching you pull a single strand of the inner cord out, I bet a fine tip crochet hook would another tool that you can use. There are ones designed for lace making and a size close to 2.5 mm might do the trick as if has a hooked end to it. Thanks for sharing your well thought out, easy to follow video.
Great innovation using a bike chain connector for holding keys.
I've been blazing dabs with that same torch for 2 years. Best torch I've ever owned.
FYI I’ve also been able to create a locked Brummell splice in some gutted paracord. It doesn’t work as well with extremely tight sheath weaves, but paracord varies. The Brummell allows a solid, self locked splice without having to access the other end.
Nice! I’ve never seen that before. Thanks for showing me. Brent
That Brummell splice looks strong. My only concern would be getting an item into that loop since you have to run the loop through the weave as well. Is there a way to do that?
You won’t be able to get anything in the loop that can’t also pass through the cord. I use it either with some kind of openable loop (e.g. an S-biner) or attach it to a solid ring with a larks head on the loop. The only advantage to the splice in this case is that it’s very strong without the bulk of a knot.
I use nail varnish glue to secure paracord joints, It makes a very strong joint when you put one end inside the other. You only need a tiny drop, it goes rigid in one second! It's also a good alternative to melting cut ends.
Great tip, thanks!
Are you referring to nail varnish or nail glue afaik there is no such thing as nail varnish glue?
Lotus 511 sorry, my mistake. I meant false nail glue.
@@stevenelson4093 Thanks, I wasn't quite sure which one you meant.
@@stevenelson4093 so superglue(cyanoacrylate)
I can’t stop binge-watching you, man. Thanks for the clear and concise lessons.
You’ve got my sub.
Thanks! Your comment made my day.
Awesome job. Instead of heat shrink, terminating that working end with a common whipping or a nail knot from a 550 gut also works awesome.
I agree. Why let inner strands go to waste? You can still cover it with heat shrink afterwards if you want.
Well done, performing marline spike splice work on paracord. It's refreshing to see someone working paracord that isn't just another braid or weave. I also appreciate that you are one of the few who have picked up on heat shrink tubing. I was thinking that you are sacrificing the strength of the inner strands for the splice, until it occurred to me that pulling something out allows room for something to take it's place. Wire could be fed through to make the whole assembly even stronger than the original. To keep the outer mantle from slipping while forming the loop the end fed back inside could be held tight to the wire with heat shrink tubing, like the tip of a shoe lace. Wire would make the whole thing stiffer, but that would be the trade off.
He is making the paracord weaker. The sheath doesn't hold most of the weight, the inner strands do. And he's removing all but one of them.
I disagree, this is not only a waste of time. Also greatly compromising the strength of the para cord. Strength is in those fibers be inside the tube. A neat parlor trick and thats about it.
@@1014p are you really concered about the strength? he made a keychain out of it ffs
Most definitely gonna use this... just let me say my wife is mad because I can't stop watching your channel and we're supposed to be watching a movie together🤣 great tips keep em coming
This made me laugh. Thanks for your comment.
Не уверен, что когда-нибудь потребуется, но с огромным интересом посмотрел!! Благодарю!!:)
Awesome!! Thanks a lot!! 👍🏻
Good information. I am going to use this to add some para cord to my backpack for tying things on.
great video! what is the claw gadget???!
Inner strands are 2 smaller strands "twisted" together, the outer sheath is "woven". Love your using a bike chain master link for a key keeper, ellagent.
Thank you for a nice mix of entertainment and information. That is a good application for a master link.
Alright that torch looks amazing. Just bought one thru your Amazon link.
👍🏻🇨🇦. It’s 3:55am here in Toronto. Let me get some now. Lol.
5:45 "So there's our completed eye splice." Hmm, that jacket is rated at 305 pounds of normal 550, so I guess it's fairly strong without the 7 dual strands which rate at 35# each. So much for watching this vid to learn knotting skills. ;)
Wow. Great video! This is my third or fourth of your vids that I think are outstanding. You've definitely earned another sub here!
Love the Chain Master Lock., Super Cool.
Along with the Brummell splice others have mentioned, look into lacing needles, they would make this simpler.
This man is a knot and paracord wizard
That is a very cool and informative video tutorial. Thank you I will earmark this video for future reference.
You can do the same thing in a fraction of the time with a parachute riggers finger trap tool made out of piano wire... or an old guitar string. You can trap both ends, no need for the shrink wrap.
Exactly what I was thinking.
That is a bad method of splicing for sure.
Not to mention the melted part will eat the Paracord from the inside
Nice trick on the loop side, I use dental tread to tie the other end before I put the shrink tape.
So dang cool!! Thank you for demonstrating this technique. Awesome! 👏 👏👏
Paracord whipmaker here 👋 if you use a lacing needle you can make a eye splice in seconds
Outstanding video! Very innovative technique.
In the first part of your video you mention "figuring out a way to terminate the other side"... Just a theory, but I think given you have now added a "core" to the full length of the cord, you have essentially created a "double braided" paracord. You could in theory do your second end's eye splice in the manner you would in and double braided nylon rope and regain some of the strength lost by removing the core fibres. Just an idea.
When I was a kid I saw this old guy take a piece of 550 cord and poke a hole through it with a marlin spike. He passed end A through the hole (all the way through the cord). Then he put a hole through end A and passed end B through it. Repeat a few times and the two ends are woven through each other. Locks absolutely tight and doesn't lose the center cords so it maintains its strength. Doesn't look as nice though.
micro cord whipping knots are awesome terminations.
What’s that spring loaded clamp called?
Excellent walkthrough. Subscribed.
Is there any way if doing this without compromising the structural integrity of the paracord? i.e. not gutting it?
Nope, not enough stretch in the sheeth. So this is definitely not for anything you need strength from. I suggest buying some 3mm dyneema.
@@veganpotterthevegan Thank you very much for the reply!!! I appreciate the info.
You might be able to use a very thin fid, but even then I don't think it would fit. If you need strength, use bowline knots on both ends
@@MikadoRyugaminae thanks for the info! That's what I was afraid of.
Tie a bowline haha
I never thought about using heat shrink tubing for this. Such a good idea!
@Sir Scofferoff I do kinda like the look of it though. You could totally do a lashing and then do the heat shrink tubing over it.
Wow, what a wicked, extremely cool idea 😮😎💪👌👍🔥 Thanks for your super great tutorial 💪👌👍🔥😎
Very clever. Thanks for the video.
For the method of adding an eye splice in both ends. If you’re working with a much longerer paracord, lets say 3 meter. Is the loop still gonna be in the middle? And the strands also the same?
Bravo! This is a very cool technique and exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing!!
Can you tell me the brand of that torch?
It’s an Eagle torch. I got it at a corner store in Oceanside, California. You can get one off Amazon. I added a link in the description.
@@First_Class_Amateur thanks!!
These torches are sold at just about every smokeshop and corner mini-mart :)
Where do I find a little torch like that? That's nice! Allowed you to set it down to work with both hands too.
What is the tensile breaking strength of just the paracord sleeve? I can see many uses if it can still hold a decent amount of weight.
Now I want a torch like that.
What is the spring loaded clip called used in this example?
Hello first time watching your video and a subscribed afterwards. Like it and I will be watching more of your post. Can you pls tell me what’s the make an model of that handheld torch that you are using and where I can get one. Thanks!!
I put slink on the description. Thanks for kind words.
What is that silver piece you put on both of them?
Love the channel and the videos. Question for you: What can I find the individual links (looks like bike chain) for the closure on the keys? I would like to get a few of those for various projects and ideas of my own. Thank you.
I bought them from Ace Hardware, they are called chain master links. I used 1/2”.
@@First_Class_Amateur Thank you very much. I will have to go buy some. Also, are you using 550 paracord for the projects above?
Doesnt the paracord lose its strength with the center cords removed?
Yes the core is the strength and i would'nt reccomend this for anything you'd like to keep
Yes, but it still has a strength of 250-300 pounds.
So this method reduces the strength to approximately half the original strength....
How heavy are your keys?
Look into parachute riggers finger trap tools. We make them out of music wire and it makes doing exactly this a million times easier and allows you to finger trap really small diameter cords like HMA and Vectran 🤘
4:45 does it works with 10m long piece of rope?? I think, friction inside of 10m long rope does not allow to pull singe core thread through
You should try some Sten diamond braid starter cord. Next level.
Wont this make for a much weaker chord?
Hello, this is a very informative and cool video. Question; what type of video camera are you using to record your videos? Thanks!
Thats why he teaches knots. They are luch more easy
How much strenght have you lost by removing the inner nylon strands?
Over half. This is not a safe splice, just do a braid splice or similar.
I believe something like 20-30 pounds per strand, but plenty strong for a keychain
What is that mechanism at the top right that appears to be spring loaded at 4:47
Ok so this is so sick. I’m gonna make a ton of these but bc
I value your skill so much, just out of curiosity, what knot would you do around the key if you didn’t want to do a heat shrink or additional eye splice? Thanks again! 🪢
If heat shrink is good enough for one end, why didn't you use it for both ends?
What is the LANYARD link? What are the links to the OTHER tools you are using? Marlin spike. Apple Pin,. Your favorite paradors supplier?
It a master link for a bicycle chain. The other is a Gravity XS from my shop. My favorite supplier is EL WOOD BRAIDING. They only sell in bulk though.
What is the item being attached at about 4:00?
Like the chain link for keys. I'd pose a challenge: almost all minimalist key chain ideas show designs with only metal keys, never big chunky plastic key fobs. What could be designed for minimalist fob owners? :)
it is a bicycle chain link
what if you dont want to gut the sheath?
I’ll have to give it a try. It may be too tight a fit to pull it all through.
I was thinking the same thing. There probably wouldn't be enough room to pull it through, even it you did it, it wouldn't be paracord it would be a ultra rigid pararod. It's theoretically possible to do it by only removing some of the strands. It would take a bit of R&D to find out what techniques work. I can think of a few ways it might be done, but it's better to test them first and make a video if they work. Guessing and trying to explain it only in words is awkward at best. Some one else will have to find out. As much as I grasp the concept of the ideas my hands are made for knots in rope, this level of fine work is beyond me. "Damn it Doc! I'm a mechanic not a surgeon!"
can you use the extra string instead of the head shrink I just want to know if it would be strong enough
What is that cool torch? I would like to buy one. Great video!
It's the first line in the description. Amazon affiliate link. Buying with that link gives the author a small amount of money, so many other youtubers leaves links in a similar manner.
Where did you get that Marlin Spike? I would love to have a better one and that looks like a good size.
I made it. But I just had a manufacturer replicate this design. I’ll post it soon.
Ok where do you get those key link things with the circlip
They are called master links. I got them at Ace Hardware
If I wanted to use this method to seal a necklace, would you have any recommendations?
I would recommend a safety break. I have a video called “paracord 101”. You could incorporate something from there with this.
@@First_Class_Amateur thanks for the response! I will check that video out!!
Ok , I can't see it in comments, but what is the metal double hook Thingy ?
What is that intriguing device you have laced into the splice?
Looked like a grappling hook/ pick up tool.
It’s a Gravity XS, from my shop. Awesomeforsale. Thanks!
Thats right it the smallest grappling hooks of my designs.
thumbs up and subscribed.... came to ask about the torch and saw it in the description...instasubscribed 😀
Can you do a video on the best knots for Dyneema-type cordage? 0.8mm to 3mm specifically?
I’ll order some and get started on it. Thanks!
You shouldn't ever use knots on dyneema. It should always be spliced.
@@verteup for serious stuff true, but the thinner dyneema is too small to splice but it works great for bear bags, guylines, tarps, etc.
Use the heat shrink tube with glue in it
What is the slip string is yellow?
If you don't have an SD card tool, a paper clip works as well.
Excellent video. What is the two-part clip that you used to attach your keys? Thank you.
I just realized that the item I questioned is a bicycle chain master link.
Awesome! I’m going to try this myself.
Good instructions , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Where did you get your Marlin Spike?
Excellent video! What was the small device you added that took the keys please?
It’s a Gravity XS, from my shop. Awesomeforsale. Thanks!
@@First_Class_Amateur not the hook the key holder on the other end. The one you secured with the pliers.
@@graemeo3440 Oh right, sorry. It a master link for a bicycle chain.
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Me gustó tu canal amigo. Te ganaste un suscriptor nuevos! I liked your channel friend, you gained a new subscriber. 👍
dang, that is really slick... thanks man!
Cool trick with ropes. Love your videos. What type of torch are you using?
There is an affiliate link to Amazon in the video description. Nice torch and less than $10.
Hi, great job and very explanatory, I am new here, but I have a question, have you tried this technique in micro cord or type I paracord ???? or only with 550 paracord
I haven’t, but what did you have in mind for it? Maybe I could figure it out.
@@First_Class_Amateur Thanks for the answer. it's the same principle but with a thinner paracord, I tried with a splicing needle, but I cannot get the paracord to run freely inside, it's to make a 1/4 scale parachute replica and i used for the union of the lines with the harness have a better presentation and strength with tension.
You poked my heart...
Only question I got lmao is where to buy the metal things with the spring I'd love to use that on my house and car keys
AwesomeForSale
@@First_Class_Amateur thank you very much
I would think a .60 or .75 crochet hook would work just as well to grab only one strand.
You can also use a 16P Nail in place of the Marlin Spike…Really inexpensive solution.
What is the torch you're using?
Yes please
I got it at a corner store in Oceanside, California for a beach bond fire. This is the Amazon description. “6 3/4" Eagle Torch Pen Gun Torch Lighter Butane Refillable Semi Transparent Tank (Semi Transparent Black)”
@@First_Class_Amateur Thanks, and great videos!
What is that grappling hook thingy in your video? Can you post a link for that?
I sell them at my shop. AwesomeForSale.com
That is VERY clever!!!! 👊🏻👊🏻
How do you make a 95 paracord with that ?
Where did you get your marlinspike?
I made it from 3/8” aluminum bar stock
@@First_Class_Amateur Do you have a recommended brand/source for a marlinspike?
What is the name of the key holder component?
It’s a master link for a bicycle chain
Brilliant, just brilliant
What the heck is that cool little grappling hook thing?
It’s a mechanical claw from my shop, AwesomeForSale
EXCELENTE, man! Very cool!