Nice instructional! I havent ever seen that method of splicing. I was always thought to stagger the vertical and horizontal lengths so the thickness was uniform. But the way you did it would save time for sure! Thanks.
Really helpful. Especially because sting nettles grow EVERYwhere and in scary amounts and speeds to never run out of it. Gonna try nettle for sure. Thank you, sir :)
Good explanation and demonstration on how to make cordage. The 10lb lift is a little deceptive since you're basically using 2 'strands' so each one is only lifting 5lbs. 😃 Thanks for sharing!
Another great video. The young nettles you can find in the spring are also a good source of food. I've tried making nettle soup a few times now. Not the greatest taste just on their own, but if they grow in your area, garlic ramps make a good match with nettles in a soup. Toss in some fiddle heads if you can find those too. Nettles also have good nutritional value with vitamins A, C and some B's and is also a source of iron and calcium. They're also suppose to be good for a number of medical uses, I've never used them for that so not really sure personally how they work, but they're suppose to be good for Hay Fever and as a natural diuretic and they're a good source of antioxidants.
One good thing about Stinging Nettle is that it is also edible. There are many recipes for this plant and is a good way to keep ones self healthy. It is also used as natural medicine.
Mexican vaqueros were admired for their rope handling skills using lassos made of woven grass. It took a lot of finesse slipping your dallies to adjust the pressure on the steer so your rope didn't break.
Actually, nettle is very good for ones health..it stings, but it's good for any kind of rheumatic difficulties. Also, nettle tea is strong blood cleaner and it's is full of iron..great vids!
Super Excellent detail and instruction Cpl! Beginning to finish, you've covered the bases. If an individual can't follow and succeed after this instruct, they're hurting... Ooh Rah!
Wow how did I miss this one? Great video as usual, no surprise there. Thanks I will go look for the mentioned previous one. Best wish Corporal and fellow minions.
This video is cool, useful and bad ass dude! Thx for the knowledge man! Your experience and expertise is unparalleled man! Have a great night Corporal!
For keeping it from drying out and to keep it dry I suggest making Fixin wax. Which is made 1 part BeesWax and 1 part oil. Meaning you use 1 pound of Beeswax and 1 part or for this being liquid use 1 cup oil. For the oil I suggest using Jojoba oil and Safflower oil as these are very low fat content. This cordage is a lot like Jute cord so yes given time, it will become very brittle. But being made from green material that will not happen for a while. The Fixin Wax will help preserve it longer. Also the Fixin Wax has many uses I would suggest you look it up as it is a very useful item to have in any survival/camping kit.
when ure teisting the fibers into two ply cordage try twisting a smaler lengh at a time and as you fold it over the other ply rotate you wrist so it twist tight in one movement also its much faster to roll the two plys together in parrelell on you leg and use the other hand to tention them tight and as it becomes tight it will naturaly twist into 2 ply on its own that way in one movement you can acheave 10+ twists
I am extremely allergic to the thorns. Would I be able to handle the fibers for cordage or are the formic acid and other compounds throughout the plant? Also, I wanted to ask if you would consider doing a video about invasive species, such as Japanese Knotweed, Chinese Wisteria, Kudzu, and Bamboo, often seen in the southeastern US, and in other areas of the country as well. I have tried to do some research, but I don't always know which specific species some of the bamboo and kudzu are. I did manage to positively ID the Japanese knotweed and Chinese wisteria. Would the Chinese wisteria make for good cordage or rope? Can you safely drink small amounts of water out of wisteria vines like you can grapevine vines, for hydration? Some videos on UA-cam say Japanese Knotweed is safe to eat when it is young, but others say it is not. I have always wondered if the ornamental bamboo that crowds out native species of plants is edible like the bamboo shoots in Chinese food. Or would certain species not be safe to eat? Is there any definitive way to find out this information? I have never seen anyone in the bushcrafting/survival community make a video about those plants, even though they are abundant in many areas of the country.
Absolutely!! Nettle and sinew have been my go-tos for years. Most of the bows i make come out at about 40-55 pounds (draw weight), and, with proper care, the nettle bowstrings can last for months.
I know of it,....its just rare around me,... never tried more than a few inches. So I don't know how dependable and durable it is. I have found slender rush to be good durable and long lasting fishing line and twist more pieces and its cordage. I am unsure about grabbing plants along the road or at a park,...I'm not a rule breaker,.....I use what's on my 2 acre lot of wolverines and Sasquatch's,.... so watch out in Ohio. When I make cordage? 1) I start out with extra short pieces at the loop,.... so the loop is strong. 2) I soak it in water for a few minutes. 3) I use bees wax on it and twist. 4) But you can start by tieing a knot,.....tie the excess to a tiny limb while sitting,... have the material in water pull it out and shake it off and drag it through bees wax and twist. 5) Test it like he did but first wet then dry. See most materials not ideal cordage material. Slender Rush is the best material I have tested. And some tree barks. When most materials dry they will break. And oops I forgot what tree bars worked,.... cherry ? elm,...hickory,....but nothing go's to waste if it's not strong,....I weave it into my quiver. For a shoulder strap its Tree bark,... for filler ,....fox tail,......plantain stems twisted up,.....or you can split raspberry runners and just weave them in. See you have some serious hours in when you twist up cordage. But the different cordage's are beautiful weaved in. If the cordage pass's the wet and dry test its gold,.....the rest is quiver and basket weave. I buy cheap string, thread, twine,... bank line,........but very rarely do I use 550 cord,.....because my whole life I have used Bailing Twine and even the polypropylene stuff. I even unravel burlap and twist it up into braided or twisted cordage.
Great video, i find that my fingers cramp up while doing this, so have to stop shake my hand and go again. lol Great video. I have never tried stinging nettle tho, so the needles wont poke thru leather gloves to sting you then eh?
If you get on skin it is likepiison ivy, we used to get into a bunch of this stuff as kids until our father show us what to stay away from lol God Bless you
+Steven Michaeli the hair tubes on the plant contain formic acid and burns the skin unless it is neutralized by boiling or if the plant is dried. I use gloves when harvesting it because my skin is irritated by it regardless. thanks for watching
I appreciate that you incorporate footage of the landscape, the surroundings, from ground to sky in your videos.
Nice instructional! I havent ever seen that method of splicing. I was always thought to stagger the vertical and horizontal lengths so the thickness was uniform. But the way you did it would save time for sure! Thanks.
Either way will work, Thanks for the views and support
Nice bro.
That is the best, most descriptive, and useful natural cordage video I have ever seen. And I have quite a few.
When I was younger we would sneak rocks or other heavy items into friends packs for a joke - you are the first person I have seen do it deliberately!
I can relate
Really helpful. Especially because sting nettles grow EVERYwhere and in scary amounts and speeds to never run out of it. Gonna try nettle for sure. Thank you, sir :)
Good explanation and demonstration on how to make cordage. The 10lb lift is a little deceptive since you're basically using 2 'strands' so each one is only lifting 5lbs. 😃 Thanks for sharing!
Corporal it looked like you almost busted out laughing when you said remove all the hairs from the shaft.
Fantastic stuff all I have done is binge watched as av just found you sir
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Outstanding. Never knew how to make anything like this before. Thanks so much
I just did some tests with my nettle cordage too. Its some great stuff and Jamie's splice is awesome!
Another great video. The young nettles you can find in the spring are also a good source of food. I've tried making nettle soup a few times now. Not the greatest taste just on their own, but if they grow in your area, garlic ramps make a good match with nettles in a soup. Toss in some fiddle heads if you can find those too. Nettles also have good nutritional value with vitamins A, C and some B's and is also a source of iron and calcium. They're also suppose to be good for a number of medical uses, I've never used them for that so not really sure personally how they work, but they're suppose to be good for Hay Fever and as a natural diuretic and they're a good source of antioxidants.
One good thing about Stinging Nettle is that it is also edible. There are many recipes for this plant and is a good way to keep ones self healthy. It is also used as natural medicine.
ok, medicine for what exactly?
Out effing standing. You've also got good teaching skills.
Mexican vaqueros were admired for their rope handling skills using lassos made of woven grass. It took a lot of finesse slipping your dallies to adjust the pressure on the steer so your rope didn't break.
Actually, nettle is very good for ones health..it stings, but it's good for any kind of rheumatic difficulties. Also, nettle tea is strong blood cleaner and it's is full of iron..great vids!
+Peter Jeftic Thanks for the suppot and thanks for watching
You can get rid of the needles by putting them over the fire for a few seconds. Then it won't sting.
Super Excellent detail and instruction Cpl! Beginning to finish, you've covered the bases. If an individual can't follow and succeed after this instruct, they're hurting... Ooh Rah!
Wow how did I miss this one? Great video as usual, no surprise there. Thanks
I will go look for the mentioned previous one.
Best wish Corporal and fellow minions.
This lesson reminds me of why we take cordage into the field.
Awesome! Got a lot of this stuff around, now I know what it can be actually used for!
Richard Sabo Great. Thanks for watching
Really interesting stuff. We have stacks of Stinging Nettle in the UK, pesky stuff but very versatile. I'll give cordage a go. Cheers for the lesson.
Good instruction. Process was made easy. Great job Marine!
I’ve always wanted to see how it was done! Now I know how! Thank you corporal!
Thank you Corporal for your service to our country I respect that first and foremost when will we see a video from Texas
This video is cool, useful and bad ass dude! Thx for the knowledge man! Your experience and expertise is unparalleled man! Have a great night Corporal!
Survival Lilly was showing how to use nettle ... then i saw you did too !! you have great info sir !!
Questions: 1) As it dries will it become brittle? 2) Is there a method of sealing Cordage in a preservative/anti insecticide; would a pine sap help?
For keeping it from drying out and to keep it dry I suggest making Fixin wax. Which is made 1 part BeesWax and 1 part oil. Meaning you use 1 pound of Beeswax and 1 part or for this being liquid use 1 cup oil. For the oil I suggest using Jojoba oil and Safflower oil as these are very low fat content. This cordage is a lot like Jute cord so yes given time, it will become very brittle. But being made from green material that will not happen for a while. The Fixin Wax will help preserve it longer. Also the Fixin Wax has many uses I would suggest you look it up as it is a very useful item to have in any survival/camping kit.
I suppose pine tar or pine tar mixed with bees wax.
Thank you for the idea and show and tell I’m work on my rope making
Again, good stuff! Good camera work too...
Thank you sir
Have you ever took multiple cords and spiced them together to make the thicker, stronger rope?
Thank you for your service.
Definitely got to try this in the summer!
Thanks I have some stinging nettle around my home...something new to try😁
So it’s the inner stuff used or the “bark”? I am pretty sure it’s the bark.
Probable or improbable for it to be over tightened. Would braiding be effective or detrimental prior to reverse wrap? Or reverse is just the fastest
Watching in 23 outstanding AF
Natural born teacher!
when ure teisting the fibers into two ply cordage try twisting a smaler lengh at a time and as you fold it over the other ply rotate you wrist so it twist tight in one movement also its much faster to roll the two plys together in parrelell on you leg and use the other hand to tention them tight and as it becomes tight it will naturaly twist into 2 ply on its own that way in one movement you can acheave 10+ twists
Can we use it to make candle wick and it is strong enough to make a bowstring?
Fantastic video sir.
Its always important to remember to remove the hairs on the shaft
I enjoyed every video I've watched of yours. Subscribed & thank you🇺🇸
👌 Great information!! I really like these!
If time is not important can you ret it like you do with Linen?
Their website does not have the Huntsman Light Pack. ??? Please do a video on it? How much? How do you like it?
Really nice video.. you're a great inspiration thank you
I am extremely allergic to the thorns. Would I be able to handle the fibers for cordage or are the formic acid and other compounds throughout the plant?
Also, I wanted to ask if you would consider doing a video about invasive species, such as Japanese Knotweed, Chinese Wisteria, Kudzu, and Bamboo, often seen in the southeastern US, and in other areas of the country as well. I have tried to do some research, but I don't always know which specific species some of the bamboo and kudzu are.
I did manage to positively ID the Japanese knotweed and Chinese wisteria. Would the Chinese wisteria make for good cordage or rope? Can you safely drink small amounts of water out of wisteria vines like you can grapevine vines, for hydration?
Some videos on UA-cam say Japanese Knotweed is safe to eat when it is young, but others say it is not. I have always wondered if the ornamental bamboo that crowds out native
species of plants is edible like the bamboo shoots in Chinese food. Or would certain species not be safe to eat?
Is there any definitive way to find out this information? I have never seen anyone in the bushcrafting/survival community make a video about those plants, even though they are abundant in many areas of the country.
a couple other vids i watched said to let the fibers dry then wet them because if you use them right off the plant the cord would shrink, is this true
Got a question for you Corporal, in a pinch could you maybe use this cordage on an improvised bow for hunting?
Absolutely!! Nettle and sinew have been my go-tos for years. Most of the bows i make come out at about 40-55 pounds (draw weight), and, with proper care, the nettle bowstrings can last for months.
GREATEST TEACHER!!!!!
Thanks Corporal
Would that cordage be strong enough for a bow drill?
bloody great video,mate
I grow up looking for golf balls. I got stung with them so many times. . ferns have the antidote on the under side of the leaves
I know of it,....its just rare around me,... never tried more than a few inches.
So I don't know how dependable and durable it is.
I have found slender rush to be good durable and long lasting fishing line and twist more pieces and its cordage.
I am unsure about grabbing plants along the road or at a park,...I'm not a rule breaker,.....I use what's on my 2 acre lot of wolverines and Sasquatch's,.... so watch out in Ohio.
When I make cordage?
1) I start out with extra short pieces at the loop,.... so the loop is strong.
2) I soak it in water for a few minutes.
3) I use bees wax on it and twist.
4) But you can start by tieing a knot,.....tie the excess to a tiny limb while sitting,... have the material in water pull it out and shake it off and drag it through bees wax and twist.
5) Test it like he did but first wet then dry.
See most materials not ideal cordage material.
Slender Rush is the best material I have tested.
And some tree barks.
When most materials dry they will break.
And oops I forgot what tree bars worked,.... cherry ? elm,...hickory,....but nothing go's to waste if it's not strong,....I weave it into my quiver.
For a shoulder strap its Tree bark,... for filler ,....fox tail,......plantain stems twisted up,.....or you can split raspberry runners and just weave them in.
See you have some serious hours in when you twist up cordage.
But the different cordage's are beautiful weaved in.
If the cordage pass's the wet and dry test its gold,.....the rest is quiver and basket weave.
I buy cheap string, thread, twine,... bank line,........but very rarely do I use 550 cord,.....because my whole life I have used Bailing Twine and even the polypropylene stuff.
I even unravel burlap and twist it up into braided or twisted cordage.
this is my specialty splicing
I live in the south of England, its all Nettles and Brambles!
I live in the NW... same here!
love this technique. Thanks for sharing
Thank you
This Is great stuff as usual.
Like the tutorials brother,
That's a great video 👍
Ware are you shoting this video from
this stuff is a great pain reliever from what i have heard can anyone confirm this please iv never used it before but thinking about it
Thank you sir.
Outstanding
I've had that stuff tare me up down on the river banks
Great Video!!!
Great video, i find that my fingers cramp up while doing this, so have to stop shake my hand and go again. lol Great video. I have never tried stinging nettle tho, so the needles wont poke thru leather gloves to sting you then eh?
Not Leather Carhartt gloves, but a bandanna will work also
hope you checked for ticks. stomping around in the long grass like that.....
*****
no doubt. when you got skin that tough and blood that toxic, no tic would ever dare ;-)
Looks like a Flemish twist
Brilliant
If you get on skin it is likepiison ivy, we used to get into a bunch of this stuff as kids until our father show us what to stay away from lol God Bless you
outstanding
good one
Thank you for watching
Would love an answer to the question below
Awesome
Thanks for the video! Good Information!
I still can’t believe Ray mayers didn’t use gloves
Put the leaves in some 90 proof for a pain killer.
great video thank you
G2G thanks ✊🏻
great
Awesome I'm going to try making cordage out of plants near me
I would recommend letting the fibres once separated from the pith to dry.
Just sayin’
thanks for watching
You should know, when nettle is in flower it is safe to handle without gloves.
+Steven Michaeli the hair tubes on the plant contain formic acid and burns the skin unless it is neutralized by boiling or if the plant is dried. I use gloves when harvesting it because my skin is irritated by it regardless. thanks for watching
Stinging nettle SUCKS but! You can use it even green if you dry it out for fire tinder it will light from just a flint amd steel!
Good2Go!
Hammer McKim hi to
nettle cordage lol takes too fucking long