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Title: Handbook of Knots Condition: New Author: Raoul Graumont Format: Paperback ISBN-10: 0870330306 EAN: 9780870330308 ISBN: 9780870330308 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Genre: Sports & Hobbies Release Date: 30/07/2009 Description: This handbook serves as a practical guide for all phases of knot techniques—both practical and decorative in purpose. Much more than a reference work, the handbook leads the interested reader to the mastery of an artistic and absorbing hobby. Common types of work knots, such as hitches, sheepshanks, and bowlines are demonstrated along with a good explanation of blocks and tackle. There are sections on sennet braiding, ornamental designs, lashings, securing hawsers, boatswain’s chair, hammock making, and various ties which provide an excellent foundation for understanding and executing general knot work and weaving. The detailed illustrations and clearly written text in this small book make knot tying easy for the beginner. More than 400 knots for all types of outdoor activities, crafts, trades, hobbies, and handicrafts are indexed by name and use, and illustrated Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: US Item Height: 177mm Item Length: 114mm Item Weight: 200g Release Year: 2009
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