Knots and Splices - Softcover

Toghill, J

 
9780906754115: Knots and Splices

Synopsis

Practical step-by-step guide to tying knots - essential information for all sailors and anyone wanting to tie knots. The book gives clear, step-by-step diagrams showing how to tie knots, splices and whippings. Each knot is shown in stages, the use for the knot is given and the good and bad points are highlighted for each knot. * How to tie the 10 knots everyone should know * Other useful knots * Splices and whippings How to choose the right rope for the right situation

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Review

"Colour diagrams are used to show yachtsmen how to get knotted,
step-by-step." -- Yachting Monthly, June 2007

From the Publisher

The knots that everyone should know
This little book explains with clear diagrams how to tie the ten knots that everyone needs to know. It also covers a selection of other knots and how to coil, whip and splices modern and traditional ropes. An essential guide for anyone with a boat of any type.

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