Does anyone know what those braided corded emergency bracelets are that people wear?

Question

I keep seeing people with braided bracelets made out of parachute rope or something. I’ve heard they can be unwound and used in an emergency where you’d need to tie something down or lower someone over an edge or something. Is that true?

Answer 1

I think you're talking about paracord bracelets! There are lots of knock-offs out there but if you get one that's made from actual paracord they have lots of uses and can help in an emergency. They give you something like 550 feet of paracord (which is super strong!). If you need to use it, you can unclip your bracelet and unwind it to use the paracord for things like making a tourniquet, fishing, fixing shoelaces, etc. They're really cool!

Answer 2

The bracelets you're referring to are called paracord bracelets. These bracelets are made of braided paracord (usually 8-12 feet) and can be unbraided and used in survival situations (think fishing, making shelter, replaces shoestring, start a fire, or tie a tourniquet, etc.). The bracelets area also called 550 cord bracelet because quality paracord should be able to hold up to 550 lbs before it breaks. If you're planning on getting the bracelet for survival situations make sure you buy a quality one (there are a lot of cheap knock-offs). Here's a video that covers some of the many uses! 

Answer 3

Here is a link to a heavy duty paracord bracelet from Amazon that has 4.5 stars and over 1,300 reviews! 

The Friendly Swede Trilobite Extra Beefy 550 lb Paracord Survival Bracelet with Stainless Steel Black Bow Shackle, Available in 3 Adjustable Sizes (Black, fits 8.5"-9.8" Wrists)