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I love the honesty about the scissors. We all have things in our various kits that we know are a little bit overkill, tacticool or maybe “boutique”. Reminds me of my main lock picking kit.

I love your setup for this! Very organized and it’s a brilliant usage for that type of edc pouch.

My kit has evolved at least three times over due to how I have aged. My prototype setup consisted of: * Grocery store bamboo chopsticks ( both as fids and as home made knitting/ crochet hooks when notched using micro files). * bic lighter * Pocket knife ( swiss variety) * key rings ( for portable attachment points used while weaving or braiding). V1.0: * pocket knife ( single blade) * 1 set of bamboo chopsticks ( one as a hook, one as a fid) * bic lighter * 1 net shuttle/ weaving sword daisho ( 11 inch and 5 inch long) V2.0 ( current optimized load): * 2 nylon construction belt pouches ( black) * 2 Marlins spikes ( 1 aluminum w/ lacing needles, 1 stainless steel. Both models are shown in video from jigproshop, just in black and silver) * 13 tapestry needles and 1 leather working needle ( housed in silver marline spike. Tapastry needles bought at local Kroger market place, leather lacing needle bought at Tandy's leather supply.) * 2 key rings ( attached to marline spikes) * 2 different size aluminum crochet hooks ( bought at walmart) * 1 pocket knife ( single blade) * 1 electronic lighter ( aka: my pocket sized plasma cutter) * 1 stainless steel solid welded O ring ( for lashing point and counterweight while braiding, bought at walmart) * 1 8 inch wooden hand carved net weaving shuttle ( doubles as weaving sword) * 1 set of hand carved 6 inch mini drop spindles ( for making small gauge string into cordage and to act as bobbins). Granted, some of this isnt used for paracord, but the vast majority of all equipment listed that I use basically is for any type of handmade rope making, macrame, or knotwork needs. All of my current load out fits snugly in two belt pouches and is quite lightweight, so I can basically carry it anywhere I need to with no issue. Hope this helps out people who are looking to get into the craft.

A very tidy kit Tim, I think I need something like this, which would force me to go back to basics. My full kit takes up two washing machine tabs boxes that weigh close to 12 lbs and I have to tip them out to find anything. Great post ! ✌❤ Bob.

Initially when I got a hank of paracord from REI (to pad out the order), I was thinking of using it for emergency rigging and similar tasks. But watching you and other RU-vidrs make amazing stuff out of this has inspired me to try some of these projects out for myself.

You are the reason I use medical shears like the ones you use. Was looking for something that makes a clean cut, and they fit the bill perfectly. Was using braid fishing line ones before, but they have very small finger holes and a inconsistent cut. Thank you for putting these videos out. I would have not thought to use them otherwise.

A few months ago I bought a parakeet kit with I included a marlin spike, a pouch, some lacing needles and a few metal (clay) sculpting tools and flat lacing needles. The last two I initially thought I wouldn't use them a lot. But I have used them quite a lot. Especially the flat needles. They are sometimes easier to fit through the small paracord holes

Thanks for the video, this helped me get organized. I went with Maxpedition Fatty Pocket Organizer as it seemed to be a bit more rugged.

Yes the matching OD pouch and matching scissors does look cool.

Love the hemistats. Have three different ones that come in handy for all kinds of projects.

I find a pair of lightweight grippy work gloves useful as well. Nice kit

Your have amazing videos and I have learned so much from you.. Thank you so much

Great Tim!!

Nice man awesome vid

I got the same marlin spike yesterday in a different color (black), it's pretty good.

Cool beans, Tim! I'm gonna need that tactical pouch for sure. My kit is typically (2) hemostats, (1) Marlinspike, (2) each of (3) sizes of lacing needles, (1) scissors & (1) butane torch & (1) flexible tape. I think I'm going to look into the Iroda torch for more precision. Cheers!

Yeah Tim as I dont have a knotters tool I use a simple sewing thimble. The knurled head does a great job of finishing my burning and singeing operations. My reason for buying was cost alone, the thimble was equivalent to $1.00 US, whereas the knotters tool was $20.00 US . My go to scissors are electricians scissors $6.00 US ✌❤ Bob.

Very nice kit 💕 I only use scissors, lighter, and forceps!

The only two things I use that aren’t in your pack are a couple of traditional marlinspike pocket folder knives, one for at home, the other stays on my belt for EDC. I’ve had two of the aluminum marlinspike “knotters tools” for a few years and didn’t know until now that they now make this stainless steel “II” version, one of which is now on its way. Just the marlinspike, into which I’ll put the lacing needles from my EDC aluminum and carry the SS one instead. Thanks, man!

This kit would have been nice to have when I was still in the Navy back in the 80s. I would add a couple of knives and sharpening stones along with waxed thread for whipping the ends of line and rope. Edit: almost forgot the sail needles and thimbles.

Found the tool list, thanks

I like my siscor-type cat claw cutters for cutting cord. They are small, inexpensive, and prevent fraying of cord.

My kit is pretty basic: currently a Knotter's Tool (with lacing needles), a smoothing tool, and a few disposable lighters, all kept in a Plano stowaway tackle box. I need to get a 25-foot tape measure instead of a 100-foot one. My cutting tools are 58mm Victorinox Swiss Army knives, which are on a neck lanyard when I'm working with paracord.

I'm totally tuned for full review very soon I'm totally tuned for full review very soon.

Very, Very nice ✌

Same shears, but mine are black.... LOVE them... super sharp and cut Paracord cleanly. I hated it when I'd cut Paracord and the ends would not cut cleanly. Those bandage shears solved that problem! They are what EMT's, Paramedics and ER staff use to cut off clothing or bandages. They have to be super sharp to be able to do that out In The field. I have a similar bag, but mine is a bit bigger. I wanted something large enough to hold my can of butane fuel as well as my large butane lighter. I have since downgraded my lighter to one that fits in the palm of my hand better and it also extinguishes the flame as soon as I let go of the trigger. Finally got some hemostats to replace the needle nosed pliers I was using. The only thing I do not have is one of those brass fids that you've got. As much was I would like to have a set of those, they are probably a bit on the expensive side....

The only thing really "special" in my kit are the type of shears I use. I grabbed a pair of foot trimmer shears from the veterinary section of Tractor Supply and I chose them for a couple reasons. First that they're not like scissors so there's no finger and thumb holes to fight with when I only have the one hand available. The handles are are also spring assisted so they quickly pop back open after making a cut. Finally, the blades. They're meant to cut through sheep hooves so the blades are very hard to hold an edge well and they're very sharp. All in all, these shears might be overkill for cutting paracord but all the little things combine to make them a dream for the task.

Nice good job

Pouch = Vanquest Gear Every Day Carry Maximizer Slim - not the best layout of loops & such for this kind of gear but I had it laying around not being used. Same aluminum knotter's tool with the 3 fids inside. My hemostats are from the fishing dept at my local WalMart, so they aren't as small as yours, but the finger holes are a little bigger. Similar tape measure. Sucky cheap scissors- I'll likely be upgrading to a pair similar to yours soon. Smoothing tool from Bored Paracord. 2 torch-style lighters - 1 I use if I only need it for a quick melt b/c the metal under the plunger gets hot fast, one that stays cooler longer but the flame control mechanism sucks so I have to watch burning myself if I have to turn it at all. Threader tool from craft store that I tried before I got the knotter's tool & fids. Couple of extra fids (1 550 size & 1 microcord size). Split ring pliers/tool - no so much specifically for paracord projects but it fits in the pouch quite well. And for some strange reason, a spring-loaded key-biner - I think this is left from when I used the pouch before as a backpack organizer pouch. Things I'm planning to add: tucking tool, bent nose pliers, better scissors, better torch if I find one I like that doesn't burn me, silicone finger cots from Murray's suggestion & maybe his wire cutter suggestion.

I think it's a cool lil kit.

That is so cool

It so neat

There are 2 tools I find essential for paracord work and both will fit fine in your handy case. The first is a set of silicone finger cots. The link below will show a set for about $5 on Amazon. $ sets of 3 different sizes which fit all your fingers. I use only 2 - one on my Index finger and one on my thumb. Their melting temp is 600 DegF which is higher than 550 Nylon that melts at 450 Deg. These allow you to melt cut ends of paracord while at the same time forming the tip conically so they will thread quickly and solidly into a lacing needle / FID. These finger protectors also allow you to create a flat tip or smooth tip of a melted piece of paracord. Finally these cots allow you to do a beautiful job at joining / melting together two different pieces of paracord by using the same two fingers to blend the ends and rotate the fingers to finish and smooth the joint so it is the same diameter as a single piece of paracord and the joint is almost invisible. While you get a lot of these silicone finger cotas / caps / protectors for $5, I am still using the very first two out of the package and after about 10,000 uses they are still as good as new. MOST IMPORTANTLY, I have never burned my fingers or any other body part. Will describe my next tool in a separate comment to follow. www.amazon.com/Silicone-Protection-Protectors-Resistant-Sleeves/dp/B07QGT6WNF/ref=sr_1_16?dchild=1&keywords=silicone+finger+cots&qid=1616692876&sr=8-16

Just starting out. So far I’ve made 8 camera straps and five bracelets. Have only used scissors, lighter, and some twizzers. I would like to pick up a knotters tool. Seems useful. Thanks for the vids!

Do you have a video of how you made those zipper pulls?

i personally use: - an arc lighter (to cut and seal some paracord) - paracord needles - center punch (as a marlin spike) - knipex mini pliers - klein electrician shears (small and compact one) besides the paracord needles everything else has a use outside of wrapping paracord

Well, OK, I have another tool to recommend, But it won't fit into your tool case, Tim, but might be useful to consider. IRODA Torch Model 220 (Not 200 and not 230). Meant to use of your work surface so you can use both hands to melt / heat your paracord. Has a air valve in addition to butane fuel valve so it can run at a very low temperature for controlled slow melt / heat that allows you to get into tight spaces and perform paracord "microsurgery". Has just the right type of safety features. Cheers, Murray

I have both the aluminum and stainless steel version of that first marlinspike. They're both nice, but I definitely like the stainless one better.

Muy bueno

I need that

very nice and useful tool kit! where did you get those scissors ✂️?

I keep my grill lighter, scissors, and needle-nose pliers in a plain zipper pouch bag. I need to get a marlinspike, fid, and lacing needles one of these days.

I’m getting back into this after years ago. Just curious, I’ve seen you use a wooden jig in a couple videos. Where did you get it or did you make it?

Please help, need a list to buy all these cool tools and case. Thanks

Love these videos

The only extra thing I have is electrical tape. I sometimes use it on the end of cord when I leave a tail on and want a shoe lace effect. rarely used but I have it in my pouch (maxpedition fatty)

Набор супер!!!

We're can i buy the tools kit

Dónde y cómo puedo adquirir uno?

Hi Tim, what knotters tool would you prefer - red or made of stainless steel?

The shears in the video have the carabiner built into the thumb grip, but the link points to a different pair. Are the ones you have in the video no longer available?

Echo? I am enjoying learning how to knot with paracord.

How can I get it And how much is it?

Where would I get the storage kit¿

I am surprised how many of the things I have that are the same.

How do i get the ket and how much do you want for it

The end of a fish stringer its great if you don't have paracord needles

😍❤👍

2:24 he made and sent these to me to check out so I will be doing a full review of these very soon.

Excelente

what is the total price, sorry this would be a big help for those starting out

2:15 said it twice? 🤔

GG

2:13 You said it twice)

i love paracord planet. but their marlin spike (the one you show here) is horrible IMO. it was always coming unscrewed so i just went on amazon and got a solid brass one.

At 2:14 you repeated yourself twice lol

So you don't sell these kits for us starting out?? OK, who does?? Anyone know??

جميل جدا

All your paracord pain in one video pls

I just discovered a glitch in the matrix 2:13

Uh… I must be in the matrix! At 02:14 he sayshe’ll be checking these out and will make a full review. Then five seconds later at 02:19 he says the exact same thing!! If we remember what happened to Keanu Reeves when he mentioned seeing the black cat go by the door two times, he was told that one of the agents had just entered “the Matrix” sending a ripple in the computerized imagery. Wha? You need to review your footage bro before you release it to the RU-vid universe. Or maybe use one of them fancy tools to undo the knot in your video tape and snip it out with your cutters then everything will be right again/// 😏🔧

Can you send me one free

Yeah Tim as I dont have a knotters tool I use a simple sewing thimble. The knurled head does a great job of finishing my burning and singeing operations. My reason for buying was cost alone, the thimble was equivalent to $1.00 US, whereas the knotters tool was $20.00 US . My go to scissors are electricians scissors $6.00 US ✌❤ Bob.