550 Paracord 100ft - Midnight Navy Blue - Rothco

550 Paracord in Navy Blue

This is 100 feet of Rothco Type III nylon paracord in midnight navy blue, rated to 550 lb. Paracord began as parachute suspension line and is now standard kit for campers, preppers and anyone who needs a strong, light cord for lashing gear, rigging a tarp, replacing a bootlace or braiding a lanyard. The dark navy colour reads as subdued in the field and still looks tidy on everyday carry.

Features

• 550 LB Test Rating — The cord is rated to a 550 lb tensile strength, the load it holds in a straight pull before breaking, which is where the name "550 cord" comes from.
• Type III Commercial Grade — Type III is the 550 lb class of paracord, and this commercial version follows that pattern for civilian use rather than carrying a military contract specification.
• 7-Strand Inner Core — Seven yarns run inside the woven outer sheath, and you can pull them out to use as fishing line, sewing thread or light tie-downs.
• 100% Nylon Construction — Sheath and core are both nylon, which keeps the cord light and gives it some stretch under load.
• 100 Foot Length — One 100 ft hank gives you enough cord to cut several shelter lines, lanyards or bracelets from a single purchase.
• 5/32 Inch Diameter — At about 5/32 in (4 mm) thick, the cord is easy to knot and braid and fits through most buckles, grommets and cord locks.
• Midnight Navy Blue — The deep navy shade suits subdued gear setups and matches dark packs, jackets and uniforms.
• Made In The USA — Rothco, a certified US government contractor, produces this cord in the United States.

Construction and Origin

The cord uses a braided nylon sheath over a seven-strand nylon core, the same layout that gives parachute cord its strength and its usefulness when taken apart. It ships as a bundled 100 ft hank with a Rothco label listing the 550 lb test rating, the core count and the US origin. Cut lengths can be sealed with a lighter so the ends do not fray.