Pocket Guide to Knots & Splices

by Pawson, Des

• ISBN13: 9780785814467
• ISBN10: 0785814469
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2001-11-01
• Publisher: Book Sales

Summary

Knots have been a part of nature and human life since the beginning of time and the art of tying them is an invaluable skill to possess. From the simple reef knot to the more complex Fisherman's knot, this colorfully illustrated guide will give you the knowledge needed to grasp that very skill.

Author Biography

Knots matter to Des Pawson. His passion started at the age of seven when he was given a book with some knots in it. Since then he has made knots and ropework his life by running his own ropework business for the last 25 years, demonstrating his skills, and talking knots at Boat Shows, festivals, exhibitions, and museums in the UK, Europe, and the USA. His work has been featured in many magazines and newspapers. He has also appeared on radio and television, and has written extensively about knots. In 1982 he was the co-founder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers and in 1996 he opened his own Museum of Knots and Sailor's Ropework. He continues to talk, write, and research about knots, with rope never far from his hands

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 5
Introduction	p. 6
Equipment	p. 16
Basic Techniques	p. 28
The Knots	p. 34
Stopper Knots	p. 36
Whipping and Some Variations	p. 72
Binding Knots	p. 96
Bends	p. 110
Hitches	p. 126
Loop Knots	p. 160
Lashings	p. 178
Plaits and Braids	p. 190
Splices	p. 204
Decorative Knots and Fancy Knots	p. 220
Glossary	p. 254
Bibliography	p. 256
The International Guild of Knot Tyers	p. 256
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