X XBEN Paracord Reflective 1000lb, 50/100/200/500/1000ft 4mm, 13 Strand Paracord Rope, Tactical Parachute Cord for Camping, Fishing, Clothesline, Hammock, Tent & Survival Bracelet

This 200 foot plastic spool is nicely packaged in a nylon storage pouch with a drawstring lock. I tested the reflective threads in a dark room, they do catch a light beam well for good night visibility. I have a lifetime of rope and cord experience with my hiking, camping, climbing and yachting. The feel of this cord is good - not soft and floppy like spaghetti, unlike the cheap paracord bundles sold at camping supply stores. In nautical terminology it is a medium lay sheathed line which has a density that will take knots well. BUT I am not going to believe it has a 1000 pound break strength. Only Kevlar or Dyneema inner strands would give that much strength in a 4mm line. More like 700 pounds, if the craftsmanship is consistent. Just as important is the rugged outer sheath of this line which will protect the inner strands from abrasion that can create a weak point. 200 feet is a lot as a supply of cord that sits in your garage. Always cut this with a hot knife or cut cleanly with a knife and then melt the ends with a flame to prevent unraveling. For the neatest job, wrap the line in some tape where you are cutting and melt it before removing the tape. That prevents any fraying of the ends.