Great for survival bracelets, shelter building, gear repair, snares, traps and more, this cord is a "must have product" for campers, hunters, survivalists and backpackers. The Type III, commercial grade, 550 cord features seven individual inner core strands. Adding strength, these strands can also be used separately for any number of things such as sewing thread or as a fishing line. Features 50 feet of commercial grade paracord; essential equipment for campers, hunters and backpackers Useful for shelter construction, gear repair, building snares and traps, and more Constructed of seven individual inner core strands for added strength; core can be used for as sewing thread, fishing lines, and more Will not rot or mildew Overall length: 50&'; (15.25 m) Safe working load: 100 lbs. (45.36 kg)