Sailor's hitch
In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Sailor's hitch. From its origins to its impact on modern society, Sailor's hitch has been a topic of constant interest and debate. Throughout history, Sailor's hitch has played a crucial role in people's lives, influencing the way we think, behave and relate to the world around us. Through an exhaustive and detailed analysis, this article will seek to shed light on different aspects of Sailor's hitch, providing the reader with a complete and enriching vision of this topic of significant relevance today.
| Sailor's hitch | |
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| Category | Hitch |
| Releasing | Non-jamming |
The sailor's hitch is a secure, jam-proof hitch knot. A hitch knot is a type of knot that has the ability to fit to the size and shape of an object that it is being tied to.
The sailor's hitch is similar in function and appearance to the swing hitch.
The sailor's hitch can be used in such a way that allows a smaller rope to be attached to a large rope. The smaller rope should be pulled to the left while the bight should go through the final tuck to form the final product of a sailor's hitch.
This knot can also serve the purpose of a cleat hitch.
There is another variation of the knot with several more turns that is called the gripping sailor's hitch. The gripping sailor's hitch is commonly confused with the icicle hitch, but it has distinctions with the last tuck of the knot that allows them to be different.
The sailor's knot is used in the following circumstances:
See also
References
- ^ a b "Sailors Hitch Useful knot". Advameg, Inc. lovetheoutdoors.com. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
- ^ "The Most Useful Rope Knots for the Average Person to Know". Southee. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
- ^ "Sailor's Hitch". Notable Knot Index. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
- ^ "Sailor's GH, Icicle Hitch Confusion". International Guild of Knot Tyers Forum. Retrieved 24 March 2013.
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