Page 185 - The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots

DOUBLE SHEET BEND

Purpose

This is the reinforced knot hinted at by Stuart Grainger in his cautionary verse
(see the previous page), for use when a common sheet bend might have a

tendency to slip or spill. It is similar in design to the double bowline (page 74).

Tying
Tie a common sheet bend and then tuck the working end a second time (figure

1). Ensure both wrapping turns lie neatly alongside one another and then tighten
the knot (figures 2–3).