The Ultimate Paracord for SHTF

Published on June 20, 2015
Duration: 11:14

This video reviews 550 FireCord by Live Fire Gear, a specialized paracord with an integrated fire-starting wick. The review demonstrates its effectiveness in igniting tinder and wood, even when wet, highlighting its 550-pound tensile strength and the utility of its seven inner strands plus the red wick. It also covers the Live Fire Emergency Fire Starter tin, a reusable fire source with a long burn time.

Quick Summary

550 FireCord is a specialized survival paracord with a 550-pound rating and seven inner strands, plus an eighth red wick for fire starting. Prepare the wick by roughening its fibers for easier ignition. It reliably starts fires even in wet conditions.

Chapters

  1. 00:32Introduction to Paracord
  2. 01:15550 FireCord Overview
  3. 01:51Prepping the Fire Strand
  4. 02:33Ignition and Fire Starting
  5. 03:26Safety and Slow Burn
  6. 04:41Wet Performance Testing
  7. 05:58Live Fire Emergency Tin
  8. 09:22Pricing and Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes 550 FireCord different from regular paracord?

550 FireCord has the same 550-pound tensile strength and seven inner strands as standard paracord, but it includes an eighth, color-coded red wick specifically designed for emergency fire starting.

How do you prepare the FireCord's fire-starting wick?

To prepare the red fire-starting wick, you should carefully extract it from the outer sheath and then roughen its fibers with a knife. This increases the surface area, making it easier to catch sparks from a ferro rod.

Is 550 FireCord reliable in wet conditions?

Yes, the video demonstrates that the internal fire strand of 550 FireCord can still be ignited easily even after the cord is submerged in water, wiped dry, and its ends frayed, proving its reliability.

What is the burn time of the Live Fire Emergency Fire Starter tin?

The Live Fire Emergency Fire Starter tin contains a highly flammable material that can burn for up to 30 minutes. Its sliding lid allows for flame control or extinguishment for reuse.

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