B.S.B. Best Survival Bracelet - paracord, jute tinder, steel scraper, 3/8" firesteel

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$29.95 + $3 shipping. Paypal theparacordist@gmail.com with your exact wrist measurement and color preference!

The B.S.B. – Best Survival Bracelet; all others are just B.S.! The Paracordist puts survival in the paracord “survival” bracelet! Finally survival bracelets that can actually help you survive!

If you have ever seen some of my paracord work (Google "Paracordist"), you’ll recognize that I always seek to be innovative and unique. I rarely do paracord “survival bracelets” because I find most of them boring to make and typically lacking any real utilitarian value. Sure with some effort on the most common bracelets, you could untie it and get 10’-12’ of paracord. If someone wandered away from camp and got lost with empty pockets, the clothes on their back and their paracord bracelet, they could use the cordage to save valuable time in rigging a shelter. What about fire? Do you think the average person is realistically going to use the paracord to make a bow drill fire? In the spirit of Paracordist innovation, I’ve been thinking about making a truly unique AND useful bracelet for some time now. How could I integrate firesteel, scraper and tinder? What about I.D. and/or critical medical information that could make the difference between life and death? How can I get more cord in a typical bracelet yet make it easy to untie? How can I do this and make it attractive, comfortable, renewable, affordable and suitable for everyday wear? Well here it is! I think I’ve done all that and more!

  • A 3/8" x 1" firesteel is seamlessly integrated in the loop/toggle clasp system.

  • The scraper plate is stainless steel with a heat treat patina. This is not just a “passable” scraper, it is made to my specifications specifically for this item and scrapes as well as anything I’ve used before.

  • Plate can be engraved or decorated (NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH ME) with I.D. info or critical medical info.

  • Double thread of jute runs through top of bracelet (approx. 16") it is only on top so not uncomfy to the wrist. Jute is an amazing tinder and is “replenish able” an unlimited number of times for pennies (watch this how to: http://youtu.be/cgRfNTY-fQ4). Lost without your gear? The jute and scraper can be removed without tools, and the firesteel is functional while still attached.

  • Bracelet weave uses about 25% more cord than a cobra stitch of the same length (unless of course you use cobra back and forth until you have an absurd thick and uncomfy bracelet).

  • Single cord construction, easily unravel.

  • The bracelet can be used as a rock sling; just securely knot additional cord to each end. The bracelet is 1" wide, so not a typical sling pocket but it will work with carefully selected rocks.

MAKING FIRE:
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REPLACING JUTE:
[youtube]cgRfNTY-fQ4[/youtube]

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Visit my website for all kinds of unique paracord creations:

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I just saw the paypal. thanks! please confirm that your EXACT measurement is the one you gave. I'll be adding 1" to that for proper sizing. I promise I'll make your deadline also. thanks!
 
paracordist said:
I just saw the paypal. thanks! please confirm that your EXACT measurement is the one you gave. I'll be adding 1" to that for proper sizing. I promise I'll make your deadline also. thanks!
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Not sure if you got the PM 6.25" thanks for meeting that date!
 
Here's one I just did in digital ACU paracord, never used this color before but I think its a nice combo w/ the natural jute.

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These are awesome! Got it the other day. Fits, snug, but works for me. May purchase another one soon. They look good, comfortable to wear and your video shows that they function. A must have piece of gear!
 
tixx, thanks for you feedback. I make them 1" longer than the exact measurement. On my self that is a comfortable fit. if its too snug for your liking let me know. Thanks!
Tixx said:
These are awesome! Got it the other day. Fits, snug, but works for me. May purchase another one soon. They look good, comfortable to wear and your video shows that they function. A must have piece of gear!
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first one in olive drab

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Also, based on Tixx feedback I'm now leaving 1/8" extra in the loop and the attach cord for the button. this allows a "looser fit" to start; but if the wearer desires more snug, a bit of the loop can be pulled out (pull the end with the steel), then the end can be snipped and burned again at the steel.

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this looks awesome! I am marking your thread for future reference -
I am getting my first paracord bracelet soon, and if I find I am comfortable with the concept I should be returning
congrats on a great idea!
 
thanks sveqs. I'm about to start using scrapers from a new supplier, I'll do a post soon with new photos!
sveqs said:
this looks awesome! I am marking your thread for future reference -
I am getting my first paracord bracelet soon, and if I find I am comfortable with the concept I should be returning
congrats on a great idea!
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I've got the new scrapers for the BSB bracelets in part because I needed a new supplier and in another part because I wanted to address some of the best input I got on my original design. They are a slightly larger (1/8" wider and just under 1/2" longer than the original). This will allow a more realistic size palette on which to have a local shop engrave personal information. Also more to work with for those wishing to put a cutting edge on one side. The finish is polished which would be more effective for use as a reflective signal. They scrape firesteels every bit as good as the original which is the most important factor!
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Also, I've acquired green jute. This picture shows it with a black bracelet. I've got my eye on more jute colors so I can have one for each outfit (joke!)

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wow, that new scraper is a lot larger!
I have to admit that visually / proportionally I liked the original one just a tad better but no doubt that functionality overrides all other arguments in this case. But I am just looking at photos so I may even be wrong :D
 
No, it is bigger you are correct sveqs. I'm still working to provide alternatives, including a smaller one (closer to the original)
 
:) what I meant was that in real life the size difference is probably not that obvious

just to be clear: I still think this is a super cool looking gear! :) it totally makes me wanna move out of the city where I live, that's for sure
 
Thanks!
sveqs said:
:) what i meant was that in real life the size difference is probably not that obvious

just to be clear: I still think this is a super cool looking gear! :) it totally makes me wanna move out of the city where i live, that's for sure
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Hello paracordist i'm curious if you can make one with 2 colors? Like an outer color and inner color. I know the jute would cover the inner strand but I think you'd still be able to see it a little bit if it was a bright color plus if you had to remove the jute it would be visible.
 
I found this thread on Gizmag.com and wanted to link it to you, but then I saw you have already found it. Hmmm... is it licensed from you, ripped off, or just a coincidence?
 
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