550 bracelets is not only attractive to wear but also functional. With the emergence of paracord pop culture, 550 cord wearers can be seen anywhere proud of their 550 cord bracelets. Most of them take pride of their bracelet made from the most versatile and functional rope ever made.

550 cord bracelets are made from simple weave or knot using 550 paracord. The cord is made from nylon sheath with 7 strands on the inside core. These strands can be used as additional cordage for any purpose. One or two cords are weaved or knotted together through overlapping technique. Bracelet length is about 8 -9 inches depending on your wrist measurement. It uses an approximate 1 foot of cord per inch and having 8 inches bracelet would have around 8-foot long paracord.

For a standard weave, one cord is used while variations may have one or two of same color or with color combinations. Black and brown are two of the most popular colors while a bright color such as orange shades are a head turner. Depending on the kind of weave used, cord bracelet can be a great gear accessory.

550 bracelets come in different designs and color combination. You can order your customized bracelet by giving your specifications or simply choosing from variation and designs available.

Most 550 bracelet makers have been in the business for some time and have introduced innovations in the designs and style. You just order and you’ll have your 550 paracord bracelet. However, you can also make your own. Specialty online shops offer kit for making your own bracelet. Bracelet is usually 9 inches in length. Most kits offer color combination, which is getting popular among 550 bracelet fanatics. There are variations of these bracelets made accordingly to the need and preference of the wearers.

Some popular variations include:
• Thin line bracelet
• Survival bracelet
• American Pride
• Cobra knot with coin center
• Alternate half Hitch
• Wide line bracelet

The different knots used to make the bracelet are Cobra stitch, Solomon bar and Portuguese sinnet. Alternating the knots is the secret as not to have twisted knots. If you have some extra cords then you can make your own design.

550 cord bracelets are so popular not only because of its usefulness but because of mostly sporting, it gives pride to the wearers of its history and origin. Whether for military image or civilian usefulness, it makes you proud to wear it.