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MAKING HITCHES
Barrel Sling
The Barrel Sling will hoist a barrel while keeping it upright.
1 Stand the barrel upright on the middle of a short length of rope,
and cross the ends together on top, making an Overhand Knot
around the barrel.
2 Spread the crossed parts of the Overhand Knot over the sides of
the barrel, then tie the ends together to serve as a hoisting sling. A
Fisherman’s Knot or Hunter’s Bend will work well to complete a
closed loop for hoisting.
Make sure that the sling is symmetrical on the barrel before lifting.
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