Knots, Splices and Rope Work

An Illustrated Handbook

A Hyatt Verrill, Paulette Macfarlan

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Dover Publications Inc.
10 April 2006

Reference; Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts; Ships & shipping: general interest

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This well-illustrated treasury of practical and ornamental knots ranges from simple-to-make squares, reefs, half-hitches, and bow-lines, to intricate rope-work projects, such as single and tucked crowns, rope buckles, and cask slings. Detailed instructions accompany the 148 drawings, which show how each knot, tie, or splice is formed, as well as its appearance when complete.

Author A. Hyatt Verrill was an adventurer, inventor, and editor of the popular early-twentieth-century magazine American Boy. His clear directions explain all manner of rope work:-Simple knots and bends-Ties and hitches-Nooses, loops, and mooring knots-Shortenings, grommets, and selvagees-Lashings, seizing, splices-Fancy knots and moreThis practical guide offers scouts, sailors, and campers a perfect instructional manual and a handy resource.

By: A Hyatt Verrill, Paulette Macfarlan
Imprint: Dover Publications Inc.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 214mm, Width: 135mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 135g
ISBN: 9780486447896
ISBN 10: 0486447898
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 10 April 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified