WHAT IS 425 PARACORD Our 425 Type II Parachute Cord is STRONG! Made with 100% raw nylon materials combined with a minimum of 425lb breaking strength, this Paracord is soft and easy to work with. 425 cord is one size smaller than the traditional 550 cord. WHY YOU NEED IT!! Paracord has literally 100's of survival applications as well as many apparel applications. Whether you carry it around in your pack, using it for crafts or survival, or maybe wearing it on your wrist, paracord is the one thing you do not want to be without. OTHER DETAILS Approximately 1/8" in Diameter with 3 Inner Core made of 100% Nylon Strands. Also its quick drying all weather conditions. VERIOUS COLORS Our Bored Paracord brand 425 cord comes in over 30+ solid color. You are sure to find the perfect color for your next paracord project!!