Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: DC on October 22, 2018, 11:57:57 am
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What is paracord? I know it's cord like they have on parachutes but what does it look like? None of the string in our stores is labeled "paracord". Is it a bunch of nylon fibres in a braided sheath? Maybe someone could post a picture?
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yes, a bunch of nylon strings inside a braided sheath
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It also known as 550 paracord. But not all are created equally. Only 550 cord will hold at least 550#'s.
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I found some on Walmart Ca's website. It's safe working load is 100#. It's breaking strength is 550#. Someone is covering their butt with both hands. I guess that's normal though. Bowstrings are supposed to be 6 times draw weight.
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It stretches a lot. I don't think it would work as a bow string if that's what you are thinking. It is great for other uses. Walmart sells it.
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I thought it might work for a stringer but 33% stretch is quite a bit.
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Mil spec parachute cord has a breaking(tensile)strength of 550#, if I remember correctly, but there are 26 canopy lines on a regular parachute, average jumper with equipment weighs 200-250 lbs, so there is quite a shock with the chute opens. A military cyoa! We called it 550# cord.
Hawkdancer
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I thought it might work for a stringer but 33% stretch is quite a bit.
It works fine as a stringer, it won't work its way to max stretch in the time it takes to string a bow. I've found over time it will get a little skinnier and longer but i just tie a knot or two if it starts to bother me.