Page 56 - Mario Bigon "The Morrow Guide to Knots"

COW HITCH

This knot, known also as the
lanyard hitch, is usually made
on a ring or post and is often
used to tether animals
temporarily. It is not a secure
knot unless the tension on the
two ends is equal. so its uses
at sea are limited.

Method
The end is inserted into the
ring from above (1). Passing
in front of the standing part
and crossing it. the end is then
inserted into the ring again
from underneath (2). Finally,
the end is passed through the
bight parallel to the standing
part (3). Pull the standing
part to tighten the knot.
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