The Complete Book of Knots & Ropework

by Eric C. Fry

Book Overview

This guide demonstrates, step-by-step, how to tie 95 knots, hitches, plaits, bends, rope and wire splices, sennits and decorative ropework mats that should be useful to yachtsman and other outdoor sports enthusiasts. The nature of the rope and the lay are explained and uses suggested for each knot.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0715305743
• ISBN13: 9780715305744
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Length: 95 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 9.7"

Customer Reviews

The Complete Book of Knots and Ropework

Very good book on knots. Lots of pictures to explain how they are made. I would recommend this book.

Excellent opportunity for novice and experienced knot-makers

As a Scoutmaster, it is important to me to have the perfect knot for every occasion. In our Troop I have initiated a Knot-tying award that the Scouts can earn called the Order of the Knot. This book, which I keep as a reference, allows the Scouts to find new knots and practice them using the many photographs and very clear and understandable text. I have also found the information about decorative rope work interesting to try myself, and have found that it keeps me one step ahead of the Scouts, always "raising the bar" in their knot-tying education. I believe that there will always be opportunities to use the useful information in this book, and it will start the Scouts on a lifetime appreciation of this creative and useful skill. Mr. Fry has gone a long way toward opening a new vista for anyone who believes that rope can be fun and attractive, as well as useful!