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Ossel Hitch

Posted on 14/01/2022 by KnotterJanuary 14, 2022
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Ossel Hitch or Net-Line Hitch

How to Tie the Ossel Hitch or Net-Line Hitch The Ossel Hitch is one of the lesser known hitches, but I think that as a useful hitch it is still worth knowing. In the video below, I will demonstrate how … Continue reading →

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Lobster Buoy Hitch

Posted on 09/11/2021 by KnotterNovember 9, 2021
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How to Tie the Lobster Buoy Hitch

How to Tie the Lobster Buoy Hitch In the video tutorial shown below, you will learn how to tie the Lobster Buoy Hitch. This video is part of the no chat series, so you will only learn how to tie … Continue reading →

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Bag Knots

Posted on 20/10/2021 by KnotterOctober 20, 2021
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There will be a couple more videos added shortly………………………. Knots for Tying Up Bags or Sacks Not so long ago, just about everything came in sacks and there were a number of ways of not just sealing a sack shut, … Continue reading →

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Weaver’s Knot

Posted on 20/09/2021 by KnotterOctober 20, 2021
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How to Tie the Weaver’s Knot The Weaver’s Knot is a really quick and easy knot to tie! For those of you that recognise your knots, you will see that the finished knot is the Sheet Bend (How to Tie … Continue reading →

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Ground-line Hitch

Posted on 25/08/2021 by KnotterAugust 25, 2021
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How to Tie the Ground-line Hitch The Ground-line Hitch is considered to be a little more secure than the Clove Hitch. So if you are looking for a good way of securing a line to a spar or stanchion, then … Continue reading →

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Mousing a Hook

Posted on 30/07/2021 by KnotterJuly 30, 2021
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How to Mouse a Hook I am not sure if it is still relevant today, but back in the day, mousing a hook increased the strength of the hook. In this day and age, a load should not be lifted … Continue reading →

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Remote Release Lift Hitch

Posted on 26/07/2021 by KnotterAugust 11, 2021
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Dangers of the Remote Release Lift Hitch OK, here we go, I just want you to be aware of the dangers of using the Remote Release Lift Hitch. If you are going to use this one to say, lower a … Continue reading →

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Reever Knot

Posted on 05/07/2021 by KnotterJuly 5, 2021
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How to Tie the Reever Knot or Reever Bend Another knot that to me is named a little incorrectly. The Reever Knot is really a Bend and I think in that case should be known as the Reever Bend. I … Continue reading →

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Surgeon’s Ligature Knot

Posted on 30/06/2021 by KnotterJune 30, 2021
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How to Tie the Surgeon’s Knot The Surgeon’s Knot is also known as the Ligature Knot and it is a knot that I find myself using more and more. If you can tie a Reef Knot, then you will find … Continue reading →

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Rope Repair

Posted on 23/06/2021 by KnotterOctober 20, 2021
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Emergency Way of Fixing a Damaged Rope OK, before we get into what to do to fix a damaged rope, lets just say this: DO NOT USE a damaged rope for critical load! However, having just said that, you may … Continue reading →

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Sack Knot

Posted on 17/06/2021 by KnotterJune 17, 2021
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How to Tie Up a Bag There is often a need to tie up the neck of a bag, but choosing the right knot for the job can be rather difficult. The problem is that some knots are just not … Continue reading →

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Mousing a Shackle

Posted on 09/06/2021 by KnotterJune 9, 2021
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Tips and Tricks on Making a Shackle User Friendly This is a guide on what you can do to a shackle to make a shackle more user friendly, and tips on what you can do for added security and peace … Continue reading →

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Diamond Knot

Posted on 08/06/2021 by KnotterAugust 30, 2021
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Single Strand Diamond Knot

How to Tie the Single Strand Diamond Knot I would say that once you have tied the Single Strand Diamond Knot a couple of times, then this is one decorative knot that you will not forget. The start of tying … Continue reading →

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Capstan Knot

Posted on 26/05/2021 by KnotterMay 26, 2021
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How to Tie the Capstan Knot The Capstan Knot works in the same way as the Crabber’s Knot, when it is first tied it is a Noose Knot. Once you have adjusted the size of the loop that you require, … Continue reading →

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Running Bowline

Posted on 19/05/2021 by KnotterMay 19, 2021
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Running Bowline

How to Tie the Running Bowline The Running Bowline is a great noose type knot to use on the end of a line. If you can tie the Bowline, then there is just one extra step to tying the Running … Continue reading →

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Hanson Knot

Posted on 12/05/2021 by KnotterMay 12, 2021
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Hanson Loop Knot

How to Tie the Hanson Loop Knot The Hanson Loop Knot is an excellent knot to learn, if you want to tie a loop in the end of a line. The Hanson Knot has a good reputation for being a … Continue reading →

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Sheet Bend

Posted on 03/05/2021 by KnotterJune 1, 2021
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Sheet Bend

How to Tie the Sheet Bend One problem with the Sheet Bend is that if it is not under constant tension, then the Sheet Bend can shake loose. However, if the two working ends are on the same side, then … Continue reading →

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Thump Mat

Posted on 22/04/2021 by KnotterApril 22, 2021
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How to Make a Thump Mat

How to Make a Rope Thump Mat In this little tutorial you will learn how to make a traditional sailors thump mat. Originally the thump mat was used on sailing ships to protect the wooden decks of the ship from … Continue reading →

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Sea Cadet Knots

Posted on 21/04/2021 by KnotterMay 3, 2021
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Reef Knot

What Knots Do Sea Cadets Learn? In the UK Sea Cadets need to learn basic seamanship in order to gain promotion. The knots listed below are the knots that Sea Cadets are required to learn in order to achieve Seamanship … Continue reading →

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Bell Rope Small

Posted on 20/04/2021 by KnotterApril 20, 2021
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How to Make a Bell Rope

How to make a Bell Rope (Black) There are many ways of making a bell rope. If you search this site How to Make a Bell Rope, you will see there are a number of posts on making a bell … Continue reading →

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Every effort has been made to ensure that the knots shown are correct. The knots shown should not be used for lifting heavy objects or life saving. Always seek professional advice when using knots and splices.

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