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62. Buntline Hitch

The Buntline Hitch holds exceptionally well when snugged up against the

object to which it’s tied, which makes it a favorite in jobs where the knot
will be subjected to a lot of shaking about, like flag halyards and dining
flies. It can also be used as a friction noose, like Two Half Hitches, to
tighten the stake end of guylines on tents and flies.

Uses: sail and flag halyards, sail sheets, tarps set flying, friction noose for guylines
Pros: very secure

Cons: difficult to untie

Instructions

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