Paracord is a type of cord used to make survival gear and tactical outdoor equipment. It’s commonly rated with a 550-pound breaking point and is used on everything from survival straps to lanyards.
Wrapping a knife handle with paracord can improve grip security and make it easier to use. It can also add a cool aesthetic to your knives and other gear.
1. Make a Loop
Whether you’re looking for a way to add some aesthetic value or just want to make your knife handle more secure, making it out of paracord is a great option. Not only does it provide a better grip, but it can also be customized to match your own style and preferences.
To begin, you’ll need a piece of paracord that is about four to five times longer than the length of your knife handle. Wrap the cord around the handle, forming a loop that fits over its width.
Once you’ve finished wrapping the cord, tuck the left end beneath the original loop on your handle. Repeat this process on the right side, tucking the end into the junction where you tucked the left end.
Once you’ve wrapped the handle in paracord, you can finish off the ends with a simple knot or a crisscross knot. These are both very easy to tie and look good with any color of coreless paracord.
2. Wrap the Cord Around the Handle
If you are looking for a way to make your knife handle more comfortable, consider using paracord. It is a soft material that can help improve the grip on a knife, and can also improve its aesthetics.
To start the process, cut a piece of paracord that is four to five times longer than the length of your handle. Wrap it around the handle, with one end resting on the notch at the bottom of the handle and the other resting on the hole in the handle’s back.
Repeat this step until you reach the other end of the cord. Once you have finished wrapping the cord all the way around, tuck the end beneath the cord to secure it.
Now you can tie the ends together into a firm knot that will keep the loop from unraveling while you use your knife. This will make the wrap much easier to undo if you need to.
3. Make a Crisscross Loop
Paracord can be a great choice for making knife handles because it adds both aesthetic value and utility. It also provides a better grip for users and will make your knife handle more distinctive.
To get started, wrap a length of paracord that matches the width and length of your knife handle. Any excess can be trimmed at the end of the process.
Once you have completed one set of loops, rotate the knife 180 degrees and repeat the steps on the opposite side. You should have two sets of crisscross loops to cover the entire handle.
In the next step, slip the right end over the left intersection portion and under the left cord. In this step, the “right end” refers to the end you previously positioned on the left side before you created this current loop. Weave the cord through this new loop and secure it in place. It should be a loose loop that lies on the left side of the handle.
4. Tie the Ends Together
Adding a handle wrap is an excellent way to improve the grip of your knife. Whether you’re gardening or using a knife in an emergency, a good grip is essential to ensure you can use your knife properly.
A wrap can also help you avoid hand cramping if you’re working with your hands for long periods of time. It can also add some extra protection to your handle from dings and scratches.
For a basic handle wrap, you’ll need about 4 ft (1.2 m) of paracord. It should be long enough to cover a 3.75 in (9.5 cm) knife handle and leave an extra inch or two for securing it.
Once you’ve wrapped your handle, it’s time to tie the ends together. You can use a variety of methods, depending on the weave you want to make. However, the ends should stay tightly wrapped so they don’t get slack with each new wrap.