425 paracord, type II
Three millimetres, three inner strands. A quieter cord that gives a finer weave without dropping to jewellery scale.
Why it exists
425 is the sensible middle. It knots more tightly than 550, so patterns with many crossings stay defined instead of turning into a solid block, and the finished piece is noticeably lighter.
Typical use
- Narrow bracelets and children's sizes
- Detailed patterns where 550 would look coarse
- Inner cores for wider work
- Small dog collars and cat collars with a safety fastening
Mixing sizes
Mixing 550 and 425 in one piece works if the thinner cord takes the detail and the thicker one the structure. Mixing them within the same knot rarely looks deliberate.
Buying
The range in single colours and patterns is listed here: 425 type II cord (https://www.123paracord.co.uk/paracord/paracord-425-type-ii/).