Ebook: Handbook of knots and splices

This handbook is a practical and simple guide to all the basic techniques involved in tying hempen, synthetic, and wire ropes. Includes advice on construction, care, and strength of ropes; blocks and tackles; fancy work with ropes including mats and plaits; and splicing. All knots and ropework are described in detail and clearly illustrated in b&w drawings, including the Artificial Eye Splice, the Bale Sling, the Carrick Bend, the Clove Hitch, the Diamond Knot, the French Brownie, the Parbuckle, the Round Sennit, the Spanish Hitching, the Timber Hitch, more.