Braided belt help

[Motorbike Man]

Hi folks,

Some time ago I lost all my links when my laptop crashed. One of the links I had was for a braided belt made out of paracord. I have done a search on the forums honest, but I can't find it any where.

If someone could point me in the right direction I'd be very grateful.

:biggthump

 

[match]

Think this might be what you are looking for:

http://www.slatts.fsworld.co.uk/slatts-knot.htm

 

[Motorbike Man]

Think this might be what you are looking for:

http://www.slatts.fsworld.co.uk/slatts-knot.htm

That's the beggar ): Cheers Match :You_Rock_

 

[spamel]

I like it. It is amazing the things I have learnt already on this site, I wish I had known of its existence earlier. I have a reel of para cord, olive, and an old SA80 rifle sling which I am sure could be used to make a 1" belt, although I don't know if this would be too slim. Any ideas?

 

[Motorbike Man]

I like it. It is amazing the things I have learnt already on this site, I wish I had known of its existence earlier. I have a reel of para cord, olive, and an old SA80 rifle sling which I am sure could be used to make a 1" belt, although I don't know if this would be too slim. Any ideas?

Hmm...inch might be a bot narrow for a comfortable belt, but would make a good strap for some equipment though

 

[match]

Just got around to making a belt following this method, and it rocks! I used a single karabiner as the start and finish point, so its not adjustable, but two karabiners would also work well.

Couple of useful hints - firstly don't be tempted to make too many loops across the way until you are used to the technique, as more loops makes it more fiddly to get the idea - start with three loops and its easier to learn.

Secondly, get a tool with a loop on the end - I used a tyre lever from my bike, but anything at all would work - without it its just too fiddly to make it neatly.

I'll post some pics of the finished belt and maybe some detail of the work in progress later.

 

[Stevie]

Secondly, get a tool with a loop on the end - I used a tyre lever from my bike, but anything at all would work - without it its just too fiddly to make it neatly.

I'll post some pics of the finished belt and maybe some detail of the work in progress later.

Would a large Crochet hook work?

 

[match]

Would a large Crochet hook work?

I guess so - when you're making it, you need somthing to push through each loop ont he return, and then something hook-like on the end to hook the loose cord and pull it back through the loops you've gathered. A bit of appropriately bent wire would be good, as would a bit of whittled stick...

I'll get some pics taken at some point and break down the construction method a bit more than is on the original website for anyone who is still confused...

 

[Motorbike Man]

I'd forgotten all about this and must admit I never got round to trying it. I'd love to see the method broken down a bit more, that would be great

 

[Stevie]

How about one of these:-

I found it whilst raiding SWMBO's craft boxes. It's used to make carpets, only £1.99 from hobby shops! The small hinged piece of metal closes the gap on the hook when you pull it backwards. Going to try it when I get home tonight.

 

[match]

that looks just about right actually - although I'd probably take off the hanging flap, since you have to both push and pull it through the knots, and it might get annoying if it kept getting caught.

 

[Stevie]

I tried this earlier and it does work Getting the tension right needs a bit of practice but it doesn't look bad...only problem is I've run out of para-cord after making abour 4" I'll have to get some more but at least it works

 

[Stew]

that looks just about right actually - although I'd probably take off the hanging flap, since you have to both push and pull it through the knots, and it might get annoying if it kept getting caught.

Surely the whole point of having the flap is to stop it getting caught!

 

[Stew]

I'd love to see the method broken down a bit more, that would be great

You did see this page on the site didn't you?

Photo set

If you need I could try do some better photos for you.