How to Make a Heavy Duty Paracord Dog Leash-8 Strand Braid!

[@trishgibbons1665]

This is a GREAT video for a Herringbone leash! I have been trying to create herringbone leashes and have challenges with starting and stopping, your techniques are awesome! I think I might need that tool used to create the knot on the end of the leash handle. Very excited to make new leash! Thanks

[@ParacordPlanet]

Thank you! I just noticed I forgot to put a link to the paracord fid in the description. That is added now!

[@VentureWelding]

This definitely has been added to my bucket list of things to learn 🙂

[@rodhatanaka9769]

Awesome video for a heavy duty leash!! It took me a couple tries as I let go of the strands and lost track of which cord was last. I finally finished it and purchased your mandrel for the Turk's Head knot. It takes some time, but definitely worth it! Mahalo!!

[@davidcoleman6211]

The Matthew Walker is a great starter. Nice and tight to the hardware.

[@LowNslowBassMusic]

This was my first time ever working with Paracord and it was a perfect guide! The leash came out just like it's supposed to be, i just made some slight changes by adding in some steel-rings and a carabine at the end so that im able to alternate lenghts.

[@CRYPTO-ON-YT]

my first time was a dog collor and now it will be this

[@carolynbrooks892]

How did you end it? Making one for my pup, not wanting the typical handle design either

[@LowNslowBassMusic]

@@carolynbrooks892 Pretty much the same way he showed in his video, but instead with a handle like he did i used a carabine in the end and then spliced the remaining paracords.

[@dankolar6066]

Thank you for sharing. BTW, when not walking dogs, the leash might be a useful tow strap. Wish you well.

[@TheBackpackingSailor]

If you replace the buckle and used it on like a quad or something light maybe, I would not trust it as a tow strap

[@rogergroover4971]

I was looking for how to terminate a lanyard! Thanks!

[@grade8fabrication]

Really makes you appreciate that leashes aren't $200 each with the amount of work it takes to make one

[@DontTouchMyDucky]

Rural king sells horse leads that wouldal so work and I can buy similar leashes well under $200 locally but I think they may beover 550 paracord? Idk it is thick, 8strand and I believe excessive but shorter but long, I may redo one as 4 strand to increase the length for running my dog in an open space, it however didn't use the first or extra knot which I think is a great touch. I may start buying and redoing the heavy duty leashes I can buy because it is cheaper then if I buy the cord and clips and I can make them longer which I have heard people here have trouble finding a good heavy duty leash that has much length

[@SeymourKitty]

I guarantee you no leash is made by hand a machine makes them in 2 seconds

[@anetamateja3165]

Is soo amazing. You great lerning. I try like this for horses. It's work! Thank You Verry Verry much!!! ❤️

[@ParacordPlanet]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your project! 😊

[@maryvalderrama5443]

Excelente explicación...a pesar del idioma entendí ...🙋🏻‍♀️🇨🇴👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻👍🏼

[@gatuscorporations1589]

saludos desde Mérida, Yucatán, México

[@JosephSimpson-q9l]

Dude couldn't you finish up the handle with the same cool knot you started with? Cool I learned something new today. TY Joey's girlfriend

[@wandering-neverlost9]

Do you have a Leash Length Chart? If I wanted to make the same leash at 12ft use blank length of cord or a 13ft leash use blank length of cord, or 20ft leash use blank length of cord? Up to maybe 30 feet, to be used for Service Dog leashes. Also, could I use 750 paracord (it's what I currently have) or would it be impossible to work with? Thanks for the video! It's great.

[@rodhatanaka9769]

Do the math . . . 80 feet of paracord for a six foot leash is 80÷6=13 1/3 feet of paracord for one foot of leash

[@brandycox9351]

Great tutorial! I am working on a leash using leather instead of paracord and it is beautiful! There was a learning curve there at the beginning but thank you!

[@carolmouzinho5760]

Hey! I was wondering if there’s a way to end with an adjustable handle. I’d like to make a leash I can wear around my waist so I can be hands free when needed. I have a 10lbs dog so I’m not worried about her squeezing my waist if she pulls. Thanks!! This video is great!

[@zbow1974]

or pull the inner cords out a bit and cut them off and heat a flat metal tool and press it against the cord ends to melt them without any darkening, with the inners trimmed all you have is the matching paracord without black spots

[@scotttoone7546]

@ParacordPlanet What size Turks Head mandrel was used in this video? Also how do you know which size mandrel you should use?

[@rodhatanaka9769]

He answered this question 3 years ago. 3/4" mandrel.

[@rodhatanaka9769]

3/4" mandrel

[@M_Dragonsblood]

Awesome, I am glad I came across this video. I have a Belgian Malenois and she has chewed through the standard leash. Going to make this for sure but might make it longer and one that is only 2' or 3' to match. I found a video on how to make the monkey fist so I am going to make some dog toys out of that for her also. :-)

[@normthethird]

Great video. I have created this all the way up to the handle at the end. Instead of the handle I would like to add a d-ring. I have about 8 inches of the 8 strands at the end. What is the best way "knot" to attach the d-ring to the leash securely?

[@denisemorris273]

I am going to try and make, looks neat

[@kaywoods6927]

Hi I would love to learn to make these. What is the thickness of the needle you use? Thank you. ❤

[@antgurrieri89]

I made this without the Mathew walker knot and think it came out looking better than the one with.

[@jbombakbar9670]

How did you tie the paracord to the snap then? I’m struggling with the Matthew Walker knot and it seems too complex for me.

[@MilvaC-g9e]

Awesome video very detailed thank you 👍

[@cornbreadfedkirkpatrick9647]

Very nicely done. the little ankles dogs are killers LOL

[@SeymourKitty]

Can I do a 6 strand round braid with three different colors

[@ParacordPlanet]

You sure could! We don't have a video for that yet, but here's a similar tutorial from a fellow creator: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGKXeqaiq6ibgtksi=BbPTFf1qMXBCMAsE.

[@dstadt71]

What was the total build time? Great tutorials!

[@nathandavis8806]

Is there a way to start it other then the Matthew knot

[@countryboybob64]

I don't get the first part, how to bring together the Matthew Walker knot. I just don't get it.

[@SCATvision]

hello, could you turn on the Czech language for automatic translation as well?

[@RachMoore91]

Can someone make a video on how to end this braid on a ring or another snap?

[@zakrenner]

hey. nice video. what is the actual time it took to make the leash?

[@emartinezpacheco1424]

Yay! Thank you so much for this tutorial. I love these colors. Time for new paracord. 🙂 Is there a way to secure this to my jig to give me some tension? I’m concerned my weaving will be too loose if I don’t use my jig. But I haven’t tried without yet.

[@ParacordPlanet]

A large jig might work, but a piece of paracord tied onto furniture might do just as well for this one. Only one end can be anchored with this design.

[@emartinezpacheco1424]

Awesome! Thank you. I own the 60” ultimate jig you sell. It’s my favorite tool I own. At first I was a bit intimidated by it, but once I figured it out - it’s makes my projects so much easier and I’m not frustrated trying to measure and keep my work secured to other surfaces. Thanks again for your amazing products and tutorials.

[@dankolar6066]

I have a cleat mounted at chest height on a wooden pillar, and braid while standing. I attach the standing end of the braid to the cleat, allowing the working strands to dangle. BTW, if you roll up and bundle the free end of each of the individual working strands (either on a bobbin or as a center-pull ball), you can minimize the tangling from the reverse brand. Finally, a spring clamp or a clothes pin is a helpful way to temporarily stabilize the braid when you need to give your hands a rest.

[@emartinezpacheco1424]

@@dankolar6066 Thanks for this helpful information. I’m a beginner and am not familiar with some of the terminology you used, but I’m going to “research/investigate/look it up” and try your techniques. It’s always helpful to get tips from others.

[@judywyatt4790]

Close the end of the cords in a strong clamp or close in a heavy drawer. A door knob would also work. I use a clip board.

[@JGPlunder]

This is one wicked cool leash! I made a lanyard with that square braid chain. It looks OK, I didn't like the finished product so much because I zoned out and made the knots so tight and it is uneven and stiff. If I tried again, I would treat the cord like a newborn

[@Redd1096]

Do you have a tutorial with doing a lesh over an actual chain?

[@ParacordPlanet]

We don't right now, but we'll add it to our list of future video ideas!

[@TheOlegLviv]

Can you make 8 strand gaucho braid around core

[@baine5.7]

Are there any that you can make that are quick release type ? dog leash

[@robosknottery3779]

How would you use the spool knitting jig for this one? I wanna do this but I know my hands are going to seize up at some point during this.

[@Gauelyimoja]

Light weighted ver. Where can i see?i cant find..t.t

[@step461]

what size swivel snap is that?

[@d4sh_d4sh]

what milimeter is your cord strand?

[@amandaprewitt949]

How about a tab leash

[@piperwild]

how long does the leash take to make?

[@randall1987]

First time watching a few days again and I am currently working on this leash. I do have a question about losing your place when working the leash, is there a way to help identify which cords should be on the left and which ones should be on the right?

[@judywyatt4790]

Use clothes pin or tie cords in a bundle on each side. Color code or use labels for left and right. This is common practice when braiding multi strand projects

[@samezukaarts]

How much longer would the cord need to be if I want a 14" handle on a 6' leash? 🤔

[@ParacordPlanet]

In the video, we made 6' of weave and then used part of that to make the handle. Are you thinking of making a little over 8' of weave to work with? 🪐

[@samezukaarts]

The person I plan to make the leash for measured the current one they have as 6' (base with clasp to base at handle) woth a 14" loop (laid flat for the handle). I'd like to keep that as close as I can to the measurements they gave me XD Edit: I think 8' or close to it would work. Sorry, having trouble seeing straight right now. Reading is a little difficult.

[@nybloom3304]

Regarding the Turks Head knot at the end.. was there a video posted? How do you incorporate the two colors of cord? Also how many pins down do you go so it will cover the raw edges of the leash? Thanks! Love your videos & products ♡ 🐾

[@ParacordPlanet]

Hi! A video on how to use the Turk's head mandrel can be found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4XPdqGDjJ6jarM. I put pins in the 1st and the 7th row to make the dog leash covering knot. Doing two colors on this design is actually pretty easy. When I add the second pass in the linked video, instead just add your second color.

[@trident2963]

@@ParacordPlanet how do you attach the Turks Head Knot to the leash?

[@thefiveakitas]

Are there any other possibilities to hide the milk marks?😬

[@DontTouchMyDucky]

Since the cover up is cosmetic I would say you could probably look up a macrame knot you might like the look of or that is simpler

[@josejustiniano5798]

Where I can find a needle like that

[@PrathameshBhat7288]

very nice idea and content

[@daemonember]

Can you do this with a 4 strand all the way?

[@daemonember]

Yes you can

[@SteveCompton]

Thanks!!!😇

[@davidheard3116]

Does this braid have a name so I can add it to my list ? Thanks

[@TheBackpackingSailor]

So how much for like 30ft lead. I need this for a different project

[@TheBackpackingSailor]

Think I'm just gonna use a 1000ft spool

[@NonSoloCani]

Wow bellissimo 😍

[@Bambi-4004]

Could you do this with one color? Or does it have to be 2 colors?

[@cjjimena]

I think you could do this with one color, only you'll need about 80 ft of that color. You can do 1-4 colors.

[@triciagaucher3777]

Hi I hope you'll be able to answer me. I would like to do this leash but for 20 feet long as a training leash & for free walk With my dog. How much long I need for each strays for a 20 feets leash for my 6months German Shepherd, thanks a lot !

[@Wendy-tc9pe]

Good rule of thumb is 1 inch leash= 1 ft cord or more. ( Better more than short)

[@mrBeandipkilla]

I'm guessing since he used 40 for 6 foot, I would assume 160 for 24 feet length just a guess 80 feet if you want 12 feet leash

[@gc728]

Hi! Is it possible with the same technique to braid more strands? Like ten or twelve?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Yes, there are definitely ways to add more strands. The variations possible on that technique are pretty endless!

[@wandering-neverlost9]

What is the best size "stick" to buy for that Turkish Knot?

[@sethkartheiser6964]

Did you ever find out

[@wandering-neverlost9]

@@sethkartheiser6964 NOPE! Never got an answer, sadly.

[@rodhatanaka9769]

He replied three years ago. 3/4" mandrel.

[@venanciofragoza1439]

How long did it take you to make yours?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Great question. This was a while ago, but since it is a longer video, we would have to guess a few hours! 🤔

[@martippi]

Can I do this leash with 3 colors instead of two? The process should be the same, right?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Yes, you can make it with any number of colors. If you use an odd number, you will just have to use more of one color, since the 8 strands is not divisible by 3.

[@martippi]

Thank you! And what if I use 12 strands? Is there a specific tutorial for that?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Paracord Guild has quite a few tutorials on larger round braids like that, but the concepts are mostly the same.

[@robertpierce1041]

Is there a way to slow the video down where it was sped up so the mentally challenged ones like me can see what's going on to get a better start?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Good question! You can slow it down right here in KZbin by clicking on the gear in the bottom right side of the video. It can go as slow as .25 speed, but just a disclaimer the video might get a little choppy. We'll keep this in mind when editing future videos though! A lot of viewers prefer to learn in real time or slower, which we will try to show moving forward.

[@robertpierce1041]

@@ParacordPlanet Thank you! I couldn't figure out how to slow it down so I could figure out what y'all were doing. I appreciate the knowledge you gave me. I can't wait for some other projects in the future!

[@Marbled-Arts]

Where is the tutorial of the last thing you put on to cover the leash?

[@ParacordPlanet]

Hi! For that we used the same method as in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4XPdqGDjJ6jarM

[@itzkik2067]

Thanks for the tutorial really well done, i'm on my way to finish mine myself!

[@dabdan8939]

Did u finish it ?

[@itzkik2067]

@@dabdan8939 Yeah, it worked wonderful, until my dog decided to use it as a toy.

[@joelb099]

what a GREAT looking Dog leash!!..THAT being said- the SAD TRUTH is this: because of the COMPLEXITY of the Braids and the motor skills required in the making of this leash-leaves us with this sad fact: That only ONE out of 10 humans that watch this video could DUPLICATE such a braiding feat.. But on the other hand for us other NINE humans, it was a blast to watch!!

[@iirene-mb3bm]

How long is the leash?

[@ParacordPlanet]

With the materials we list, you'll get about a 6ft leash.

[@edisonjesus3186]

Gostei do vídeo

[@susanberrend8759]

Which size mandrel was used?

[@ParacordPlanet]

The Turk's head in this video used our smallest size. (3/4") www.paracordplanet.com/easy-assistant-mandrel-jig-multiple-sizes/

[@carololson4453]

What keeps the turk’s head knot from sliding?

[@ParacordPlanet]

@@carololson4453 When it's tightened down sufficiently, the friction keeps it in place. Since both the leash and the Turk's head are bumpy surfaces, it's pretty impossible to slide.

[@carololson4453]

@@ParacordPlanet thanks...I LOVE this knot but I’ve so confused watching videos of doing it😂 I’m definitely ordering this mandrel for my leashes.

[@rainaaahgoding5042]

Yeah I'm doing this cuz my dog I have a 100 lb 120 lb Staffordshire terrier LOL and she keeps snapping these dumbass chains and we can't have it and it seems like the more money you spend on something the cheaper the s*** is unless you make it yourself

[@daniellem1840]

I have a Presa Canario. I’m thinking about putting a metal spring on the one I make, at the end…. So basically it would be the leash, a spring, snap for my dog’s collar. I think the spring will help. Idk why lol just seems like a good idea lol

[@kaitlynkruse405]

MY CARPAL TUNNEL CANT NOT!

[@yanikmartellone8335]

Tu vas trop vite, on as pas le temps de comprendre

[@sindento1942]

And it's as simple as that haha.

[@zina6581]

🥰

[@rickyd1126]

I mean yeah it looks cool, but if someone is just bored or looking to just make a leash at a specific length who would want to do this? I will go look for a hand knitted technique cause this is way to much.

[@kerryibbotson3930]

It’s not actually that hard, I’ve just made one as my first ever make

[@eastonvonschist2283]

Way out of my league but nice leash!

[@emartinezpacheco1424]

Give it a try! You may surprise yourself. Plus his tutorials are really good. I’m a beginner and am able to follow his instructions.

[@eastonvonschist2283]

@@emartinezpacheco1424 May be one day!

[@robertpierce1041]

I'm in the same boat. Starting the leash part is messing me up because the video got sped up and I can't follow how the lines land. It isn't making sense for me.

[@1230Ohboy]

This is wayyy to hard lol. Looks simple in the video though

[@ParacordPlanet]

Other than the 8-strand braid, most of the fancier knots can be replaced with simpler ones, and the leash will still have the same strength. The Matthew Walker definitely takes some practice to get right!

[@1230Ohboy]

@@ParacordPlanet Yeah my Matthew walker doesn’t look like yours lol. Oh well, almost done with it. Thanks!

[@dianaalejomartinez7528]

very nice design but what a bad video, why does it accelerate the speed? 😑😒 It's supposed to be a step by step tutorial so you never learn 🙄

[@luciarovatti1132]

mamma mia!! è peggio di un rompicapo!!non ce la farò mai 😖😖

[@benoitgallier6433]

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