How do I wrap my knife handle?

[Fishback]

I have a Randall model # 18 Attack Survival and have run into problems wrapping the handle with parachute cord. In use it seems to either unravel, or if I have to remove the end cap (compass), I risk the cord coming off the end of the knife. Does anyone have suggestions or techniques for a proper wrap that will still allow the cord to be removed and used when needed, yet be tied off without being intrusive?

Thanks!

 

[arzh]

hi
all the stuff u need in these links
http://www.inquiry.net/images/whip.jpg
http://www.xmission.com/~phatch/whip/perfectwhip.jpg
http://www.oldjimbo.com/survival/v-shrake/goloks.html
http://runningdogknife.homestead.com/cordwrap.html
http://www.throwzini.com/cord_wrapping.html
http://www.northcoastknives.com/northcoast_knives_tutorials_CordWrap.htm
http://www.m4040.com/Survival/Ghurka/cordwrap.htm
http://www.outdoors-magazine.com/s_article.php?id_article=160
http://www.therangerdigest.com/Tips___Tricks/PARA-CORD_KNIFE_HANDLE/body_para-cord_knife_handle.html
http://www.aaawebmaster.com/knife/knife.htm

 

[Fishback]

Awesome! Thank you!

 

[Pete1977]

http://www.inquiry.net/outdoor/skills/b-p/wb/knots.htm

the common or simple whipping works well. I've used it to lash gaff hooks to poles and to whip the ends of dock lines. I've also put it on the handles of several of my filet knives and rippers to prevent my hand from slipping on the blade. one note of caution. be <b>very</b> careful when you pull the ends to tighten the whole thing down. your best bet is to lay the loop against the back of the handle so when you pull the whipping tight, you lessen the risk of cutting yourself. I learned the hard way. :grumpy:

peter

 

[rebeltf]

Thanks for posting this , I recently have tried to do this with some pretty odd results , cant wait to get home to try it !

Word of advice to avoid cutting yourself is wrapping the blade in a few layers of rag of old levis or canvas , something sturdy and then putting it in a vise to hold it tightly , if you do it right you wont mar the blade or have to worry about getting cut. You should still use caustion though , works for me.

 

[Pete1977]

The "common" or "simple" whipping is a very secure wrap. with small stuff it gives a very good hold upon a smooth handle, of say pliers, filet knife, or even a gaff handle. We use it aboard the boats to affix a gaff hook securely to a two inch diameter dowel, and a 9 foot blue shark barely loosened the wrap. It is not fancy, and it works. some tips though:
1.don't make the wraps too tight, when you pull the ends, that will snug them up nicely. if they are too tight, it will be difficult to tighten down the knot. Also, if paracord is too thick, nylon twine, like seine twine or heading twine of a smaller diameter may work just as well.
2.don't bring the wrap close to the butt of the knife, that when you remove the cap/compass, the wrap may come loose. it should not if tied properly, but I prever to leave a few turns distance between the wrap and the guard and pommel of the handle.
also, if you leave one end long, you can make an effective lanyard, although I'd advise against ever using a knife that is tied via lanyard to your belt or loop.

peter