Knots Splices


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Beginning with a description of different kinds of rope and their uses, this practical guide illustrates, with step-by-step instructions and photographs, the 'how-to' of tying a wide variety of secure non-jamming knots - stopper knots, hitches, bends, loops, splices, decorative knots, whipping and seizing - for use both afloat and ashore.




Pocket Guide to Knots & Splices


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From the simple reef knot to the more complex Fisherman's knot, this colorfully illustrated guide will give you the knowledge to grasp the skill of tying knots.




Knots, Splices and Rope Work


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The book "Knots, Splices and Rope Work" by A. Hyatt Verrill is aimed at yachtsmen, travelers, campers, boy scouts, and other interested people. It tells about useful and ornamental types of knots and gives detailed guidance on tying them.




Knots, Splices and Rope Work


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Knots, Splices and Fancy Work


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This text-book gives in detail: Whipping, Spindle Eye, Bottle Knot, Catspaw, Lashing, Plaits, Sennit, Gaskets, Grommet, Splices, Hitches, Turk's Head, Russian Mat, Double Carrick Sennit, just to mention a few of the contents. This grand work is amply illustrated and will be an invaluable guide to those who have the salt of the sea in them.




Knots, Splices and Rope Work


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RYA Knots, Splices & Ropework (G-G63)


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The complete guide to knots for all knot enthusiasts and a must have for all boaters. This book is ideal for everybody, whether beginner or advanced, as it deals with knots and ropework from beginning to end. Many of the most useful knots are supported by informative. The first section deals with rope construction and maintenance, moving on to the basic knots which are essential to all boating activities. The authors then delve into blocks and tackles, lashings and bindings, splicing, and finally they move on to the more advanced, decorative knots, which are ideal for adding a unique touch to your boat, and they also make for lovely gifts. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association




Knots, Splices and Rope Work - A Practical Treatise


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Giving Complete and Simple Directions for Making All the Most Useful and Ornamental Knots in Common Use, with Chapters on Splicing, Pointing, Seizing, Serving, etc. Adapted for the Use of Travellers, Campers, Yachtsmen, Boy Scouts, and All Others Having to Use or Handle Ropes for Any Purpose.




Handbook of Knotting and Splicing


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Clearly written and amply illustrated with 208 figures, this classic guide ranges from simple and useful knots to complex varieties. Additional topics include rope splicing, working cordage, hammock making, more.




Gilbert Knots & Splices with Rope-Tying Tricks


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Learn to tie knots, splice rope, and use rope in magic tricks done by famous magicians! First published in 1920, Alfred C. Gilbert's (1884-1961) classic covers a variety of useful knots as well as trick knots that can be used in stage illusions and close-up magic.