If you’re tired of your knife handle looking a little worn and dull, try giving it a makeover using paracord. It’s an easy and inexpensive way to make your knives stand out from the rest of the pack.
The first step is to form a loop with the paracord that goes parallel to the length and width of the handle. Tape this loop down on the flat edge of the handle with its juncture at the top and underneath the blade.
1. Wrap the Paracord Around the Handle
The knife handle is one of the most important parts of any knife, and it can make a big difference in how comfortable you feel while using it. If you don’t have a handle, you can easily make your own with rope.
The first thing you need to do is wrap the paracord around the handle. Start with the left end and wrap it all the way around. Then, tuck the end underneath the original loop so that it’s secure.
After you’ve wrapped the entire handle, you can use the two remaining ends to weave them together. This creates a tight and secure paracord wrap.
This method is great for making a survival knife wrap, but it can also be used for any type of paracord handle. It is simple to do and makes your knife handle look really cool!
2. Tie the Ends Together
Paracord is a great way to add style to your knife handles. You can also use it to make other weapons and gear.
Once you’ve finished wrapping the cord around your handle, it’s time to tie the ends together. This will give you a better grip and help to secure the handle.
To start, tuck the left end under the cord and then cross it over to the right side. Repeat this process until you’ve wrapped both sides of the handle.
Next, insert the right end of the cord into the space between all three sections of the cord at the front of the handle. These are the two portions just below the intersection of the original loop and the left end that you wrapped earlier.
Slip the right end over the left connection point, then under the left cord and finally under the right intersection portion of the cord. Tug on the cord to secure it in place.
3. Tie a Knot
There are several different knots you can tie to attach a rope to your knife handle. Some of these include a figure eight, a bowline, and a square knot.
The figure eight knot is one of the most common rope-tying knots and also one of the easiest to learn. To tie this knot, pass the free end of the line over itself.
Once you’ve formed the loop, wrap it around the long end of the cord and pull tight. Repeat as needed to cover the entire length of the knife handle.
This is an easy knot to tie if you’re just learning the basics of tying knots, but it can also be used for a variety of other purposes.
This simple knot can also be useful for securing a barrel or other cylindrical object to be lifted by a rope. It’s also a great way to create a rope that won’t slip and break when you’re working over heights.
4. Weave the Ends in
Whether you’re making a knife handle with rope or paracord, it’s important to weave the ends in. This will provide a secure connection to the knife handle and keep it from fraying.
Start by holding the strands in your left hand with your thumb and fingertips. Wrap the first strand around the right side of the other two (or more) strands and hold in place.
Repeat this until the entire length of your rope is wrapped up. Any excess cord can be cut and trimmed at the end of the process.
Next, feed any one of your end strands through the loosened strands at the base of your loop, much like you did before. Do this until your strand meets up with the strands at the top of your loop.