How to make a paracord axe handle wrap

In this tutorial I demonstrate how to make a paracord axe handle wrap.
It is made in a quick deploy fashion, which means it can be completely unraveled in a matter of second when needed.
For those familiar with the chain sinnet, this is going to be quite familiar.
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Music by Kevin MacLoud and Jey Row.

[@davidmistoffelees8459]

Your videos are the best knotting videos that I have ever seen; you work slowly without obstructing your work, display each step clearly, and follow up by positioning the cord in an orderly way to prepare for the next step. I have used your videos for awhile, not just for paracord, but for hemp and cloth, and other materials as well. Specifically, some of your work flow, greatly simplifies making these knots; anyone searching for DIY instructions on the same knots that you make will be bogged down by extremely complicated methods like using pins to secure a knot in 15 places before crossing a single section of cord and then unpinning, flipping, and pinning again. Lastly, you don't aimlessly mumble and mutter in order to extend a 5 minute video into a series of 10 videos lasting 45 minutes each. Thank you for your contribution to this craft.

[@attilahorvath3089]

Did that on a small prybar (1 foot long nailpuller). After the finishing knot I worked the end of the cord back under the wrap with marlinspike and curved hemostat pliers. Finally, put the whole thing into a breadmaking tin and poured boiling water onto it. The heat shrinks the wrap. Most likely ruins the cord, but for the wrap, it is very useful.

[@BackYardProspecting]

Thanks that's exactly what I'm looking to wrap

[@ekmi0322]

The fact that all 3 of us came here looking to do this for our prybars makes us real brothers I did rubber bands under the wrap for hand comfort

[@BltchErica]

I love handle wraps. They can make something so cheap look so beautiful.

[@restlessriver5870]

Thank you for the great video, wrapped 1/2 my walking stick with 500 paracord (has firestarter string and fishing line inside wrapped paracord) for survival situations.

[@dirtypeanut]

Thank you for this video! Clear and concise instructions. This wrap looks fantastic, and when tightened properly, it doesn't move. It's a little hard to start when it's all loose, but once you get a couple loops through it becomes much easier.

[@hidehide-d3g]

It's like a japanese"katana sword"

[@tiedupknotthat-paracordtut5958]

Hey mark, just wanted to say thank you for all of your tutorials. You have been a big inspiration to me!

[@Paracordguild]

Hey! Thank you for your kind comment! I do appreciate it! Mark

[@muttleygutierrez108]

Thank you for this tutorial. I had never done any paracord wrapping and needed something to finish a walking stick. With your help, it turned out great. Thank you so much, you really helped me out!

[@Paracordguild]

Thank you for such a positive comment! Mark

[@dippyass4u]

That's exactly what I have planned, on the off chance you see this, how did it turn out?

[@kermitthecrog7262]

This video really helped me. I'm making a survival axe and wasn't sure if I should put a paracord handle on because I didn't know how. But this video really helped me out. Thank you so much

[@andrewmiles1980]

Thanks man!! Just got a Hults Bruk axe for Christmas and this was a nice way to add a great handle grip. After an initial subpar first try the second attempt worked perfectly. Couldn't have done it without this well made guide!!

[@kenhollandjr1251]

I have watched your video two times now. Thank you very much. It is the most usable, purposeful handle wrap, if you will. I have an axe, and I have a big camping knife, and this is the way I’m going to do it. Thank you very much again.

[@jeffp3415]

I just did two of these after watching your video, the first one was practice (actually done on a knife sheath) and the second one turned out perfect thanks to your help!

[@jhallah7370]

These are the best tutorials! He does an excellent job explaining everything. Thank you you are the best!

[@SkyKing101010]

I used to do a variation of this kind of thing when I was a kid except we called it "finger knitting" if we did it with string or wool yarn. It can be used for shortening /strengthening a piece of line. It made for some strong, though rather bulky line. Thank you for this excellent demonstration.

[@VICIOUS96]

This awesome tutorial did 5 things. 1. I Learned a new skill. 2. Gave the otherwise flat metal triangle butt stock a 1/4” inch cheek riser as I had hoped. 3. Made the metal buttstock albeit still cold how ever completely tolerable to use in cold temperature conditions as intended. 4. I also incorporated a sling loop at the end. 5. Finally as well as added some survival cordage in the event. Thank you so much for putting this out there. 🎉

[@LtFoodstamp]

If you take the time to really pll each bite really tight, the wrap will not move even if placed on a slippery plastic handle. Very nice! Worked perfect for my Fiskars hatchet!

[@cheatham777]

im putting on my Fiskars hatchet also lovely piece of gear

[@nannerpuss9430]

Got the X7 or the black one? I just got mine today actually. How funny!

[@norsetexan809]

I didn't go way down on the comment list. Two things; One:good simple instructional. Was to the point and clear. Two:thanks for not trolling and making a stink about this man's accent. Keep it up, bro! 👍😎

[@MrHatetheplayer]

i love this wrap, no feeding it through, and quick to unravel. easiest one to learn so far! i'll be using the shit out of this one

[@ivankagren2746]

Thank you. Very informative. I just finish wrapping a hatchet. Perfect instructions.

[@ScurlockFarms]

Thanks for the video! Great instructions. Made my 1st bushcraft mallet and wrapped the cedar handle. Looks and feels great.

[@Crazyeyes121]

Great video ive looked at plenty found them confusing left my head spinning but this video I found very informative best ive seen not rushed showing in detail great job 👍

[@ct026]

Excellent tutorial. I’ll be making a protective collar using this method. Thank you very much.

[@danofiremano]

Great tutorial, I've been looking for a new wrap for hiking sticks and I think I found it here! Thanks.

[@dojorat5363]

Thanks for the instruction! First time I've tried this and your video explained it well. I've been turning some hickory and ash bats and will apply this technique to the handles. I also have some bokken (wooden practice swords) that I will try this on. Thanks again for taking the time to post this!

[@PaladinVII]

I bought a Cold Steel tactical katana, but it came with an awful grip. It was like holding a chainsaw blade. I used the information in your video to warp over it with much more comfortable 550 paracord and now the sword is AMAZING and I have about 45 feet of paracord if I really need it! Thank you for your video! :D

[@Paracordguild]

Now that is what I like to hear! Mark

[@xinfinity8532]

I am doing the same thing on my Katana

[@vendetta1306]

Boy he's slick with these tutorials

[@Bens359pete]

Great video. Think I am going to make one of these on my old Estwing maul that used to have stacked leather handle. Last piece finally came off. Guess it done pretty good rolling around tool boxes and shop since new in 83’

[@dasc0yne]

Wonderful wrap. It's on the handle of my backpack and looks terrific!

[@Gh0sTr3C]

Thank you so much! I've been trying to figure out a good way to wrap my hiking sticks for so long.

[@Paracordguild]

+Gh0sTr3C Hey! Glad to hear you find it useful! Mark

[@michael612]

Wow. So simple and looks great. Thank you.

[@GoreINHUMANREMNANTS]

Used this to make a new handle on my slingshot. Thanks heaps!

[@mattdriver5826]

Thanks very much - perfect wrap for a novice sword maker!

[@Space3levator]

You’re very good at explaining how to do this. Great job!

[@wulfclaw4921]

Excellent wrap for quick paracord recovery and use ! Good instructional ! Wulfy

[@eduardo_scarpini]

Thank you very much for your excellent explanation. I will sure make this on one of my axes.

[@markdouglas4139]

I am impressed, simple and effective, thankyou!

[@DreamwalkerFilms]

This is my favorite so far. Using for some extra flair on my motorcycle clutch and brake levers...

[@halseyballistic]

Great instructions and awesome wrap. Thanks for posting this

[@incominghitdadirt9587]

the music at the end is in tiny pinball game app. it took me a few minutes to recognize. thanks for a very useful video!

[@kewintaylor7056]

One of the best look and serve its functuoj!easy unwrap! Gj!

[@roul3688]

Very cool. I used tape to secure the finishing loop to the handle until I wrapped down to that point.

[@aqnaqnaqn]

Great video: clear, concise, nicely composed & lighted! Thank you!

[@drengskap]

I've just made a good job of doing this wrap on a ceramic sharpening rod and here are my tips: 12 feet of cord makes a 4" wrap on a 1" diameter rod Use a piece of sellotape to hold the vertical strands in place while you do the first couple of loops Smooth jawed needle nose pliers are helpful for tightening up each loop You can pass the working end back under the wrap using a slim lacing fid and hide it

[@ryanellis5902]

I did this wrap on an old ax of mine and it turned out awesome! I recently picked up a new ax and I plan on doing the same with it. With the first ax (after the wrap was done) I coated the para-cord with polyurethane. It took 3-4 coats before the para-cord was completely saturated. Once it dried, the cordage was (and still is) rock hard. It makes a for a much better handle guard to protect from the occasional over-swing. The only draw-back is that the para-cord is now on the handle permanently and cannot be used for anything else... Either way I like it! Thanks for the excellent tutorial :-)

[@arctichare8185]

That is a nice axe and well worth putting the handle in correctly. You would need to remove the wedge first, then remove the handle, and re-insert it correctly.

[@--RSL--]

Shouldn’t the knots be facing forward to take any impact vs the side?

[@entity5279]

the instructions on this are so clear i think ill remember how to do it when i actually have the cord

[@kongchingpow]

Thank you! I used this on my mtb! It looks sweet and it is functional!

[@tomthinyurembam8805]

Thank u...i learn now...practice makes a man perfect

[@nelsonw2096]

This is great. Thanks. I am going to use this to wrap the handle of a suitcase I use for flying to identify it.

[@DanielGLessard]

this was the first thing i tryed to do with para-cord was easy and i like how you say shrink the wrap after the video was over and im done warping it

[@Paracordguild]

+Daniel Lessard Hey! You shrink the wrap after wrapping to tighten the grip it has around the handle. Mark

[@DanielGLessard]

+Paracord guild so just pour hot water on it ?

[@Paracordguild]

+Daniel Lessard That is one way of doing it. I'd personally immerse it in hot water if possible. You only leave it in for about 15 seconds and it should be good to go. Mark

[@suewiseman494]

Thank you so much. This is totally awesome. I am definitely adding this to my "to do "list. You make it look easy but I know I will be in for a long haul but it will be worth it. Especially if it comes out anywhere as good as yours. Thanks again. 😊

[@treborsnave5408]

Just a suggestion, when you are doing this wrap, do the wrap so that the "knots" or loops are in line with where your fingers are going to grip the handle.

[@nicholaswingler4759]

That is a great idea

[@peterc8620]

the front of the handle, in line with the blade

[@kiramae6138]

Saving this to make sure my axe has a nice grip for the apocalypse👍

[@guyrollf8956]

Very good, well done, I learned something new and useful, thank you.🖖😎👍

[@delvis7842]

this has been very helpful! I am making my own katana handle from a small axe handle, and love this look with it! I will probably do the sheath in paracord as well!!

[@lancemillward1912]

Interested in how you make a wrist strap for a hatchet

[@amielrumbaua8387]

Ahh a tightened birds nest rope coil essentially! Ive made quick bracelets of this technique as well 😁

[@mboyer68]

I tried it and the beginning of it was looking pretty bad, but I knew I needed practice so I kept going. By the end of was looking good, all the same. I unwrapped it and started again and totally got it! My ax handle is odd shaped so I had to push them tight, not like yours where you cab see the handle through the back side. But now the knot side doesn't look very good. Do you have a suggestion for an unevenly shaped handle? Thank you for taking the time to create edit and post your videos, much appreciated!! Just think...100 years from now someone will use your video to wrap an ax handle!

[@johnbenton100]

This is awesome !! Thanks for sharing!!

[@scottlandmcc]

Think that axe head is upside down. Great video duder, thanks for sharing!

[@laineywright2696]

Great video. I wish you had a video on how to fix a walking cane handle. Mine needs repaired and I don't want to buy a new cane because the grip on the handle is bad.

[@DesertHack]

What kind of wax do you recommend and how’s the best way to apply it? Thanks for the video

[@edsmelly]

So THAT'S how you do that! Thanks man!

[@truehardgamer1585]

Beautiful wrap but the head of your axe looks a little upside down

[@mims_outdoors3982]

mine didnt look that good but thanks to u i was finally able to do one of these

[@obrider2963]

Thank you

[@elijahfranklin6074]

Great video.

[@jammin1881]

I love these videos! Thanks for posting

[@brettallenthomas]

I used a 10 foot piece on a 1 inch diameter handle and got about 3 1/2 inches of wrap... going to need to get some more cord..

[@Airmanmx1]

(Pushes glasses towards face) After further examination of my attempt I can conclusively comment that the knot must be at the opposite side of the handle of the video. The knot stops the ergonomics of the hand and thus the video represents a left hand grip version. I had to undo and knot at the left side (edge facing away) so it can fit my hand. Great video nonetheless!

[@jeffanders7249]

WOW, very nice and easy!!! Traditionell-Skills rule!!!

[@peterhuggins9267]

Here's a question: if using this technique for a hatchet overstrike guard, is there a benefit to whipping the axe handle area below the head first, then doing the second layer with the patterned bites?

[@ponyboy481]

Wow no TV tonight I got some wrapping to do thanxs for the post

[@michaelschmitt3739]

sell your TV..get stuff done...lol

[@defmud80]

Works for replacement grip on a fishing pole

[@buckwylde9567]

It almost has the look of a Katana handle, very nice

[@ashontayowens8010]

awesome video

[@happyyardservice2914]

Nice job

[@roseworld8091]

Good video!!

[@527crusader]

excellent tutorial thanks for posting.

[@philbbailey2066]

got to admit, that was harder than it looked, but I got it. she ain't pretty but I finally made a handle for my old hatchet c: practice makes perfect right? Great video and thanks. I'm definitely subbing

[@construccioncasaideashogarobra]

Great video! Saludos

[@loadapish]

I did it. I ran outa cord and just joied a bit and jept goin twice but it still worked

[@tonyt0311]

I did my ape hangers on my Harley! Looks sick! Almost 100 ft a side

[@bowbailey69]

Entertaining video. Great tutorial. Who mounted your axe head upside down?

[@johncooper8336]

This was nice, I just did it on my sons sword thing from the renaissance festival. Thank you very much

[@nickmac8078]

Thank you for sharing

[@joebotz1243]

What no one mentions though is how much cord is needed to finish it after you measure it what would it be like twice or three times the length measured? You know he initially shows it doubled up for how long you want to make it how many times that length to complete it?

[@PrettyBibble]

very good video.

[@gerardocastorena1144]

great video my friend!

[@tonyfrey4548]

Howdy. This was very simple to do once you figure out how to secure the first knot....was wondering if there was a way to do it on both sides....I have a crkt kangee tee hawk and I think a double sided version of this would be perfect if I took the scales off as it would have a palm swell making the polymer stock handles kind of bunk imo....if so that would be great if you could do a video or link me to one!!

[@stuartbennion]

Great video Easy to follow Thanks

[@Segway999]

Good stuff, now my katana has a paracord handle!

[@EnvoyofCthulhu]

Alphafailed 2.0 is it reliable cuz I want to do this on my sword and I'm getting some paracord this week so how has it held up?

[@Segway999]

Mine's a little loose, but that's probably a fault of mine rather than the technique. Works really well, but it might take a few tries to get the hang of.

[@xinfinity8532]

I am doing the same thing on my katana

[@xinfinity8532]

but is the butcap(pommel) staying on place

[@loadapish]

Brilliant!

[@walterengle9770]

that's cool and pretty easy. thanx for sharing!!

[@landaguillermo53]

EXCELLENT !!! Thanks a lot for this

[@Eric-AC]

Is there a method to have knots on both sides like this?

[@ksingh8885]

thanks and god bless all.

[@KamranHaider]

Nice, thanks mate

[@ironhorse19]

Great video very informative many thanks for sharing

[@mexecutioner133]

Thanks thats what i was looking for