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as when a kite or garden trellis is assembled, and it holds
 nicely in synthetic or natural fiber cord. It is similar to but
 slightly less complex than the constrictor knot (see page
 85). This knot is typically tied in short pieces of rope or
 cordage since longer pieces are unwieldy and unneces-
 sary to get the job done.



 Transom Knot: Step 3  Transom Knot: Step 4






























 Cross the horizontal piece a second time. Take   Take the working end underneath the stand-    StatIOnarY hItCheS
 the  working  end  underneath  itself  where  it   ing part where it forms part of the original loop
 crosses the horizontal piece.  (as shown in the photograph) and tighten by
        pulling on both ends of the rope.






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