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TILLER/B O A T HOOK CO VERING

A B C

French hitching; Moku hitching; hitch St Mary’s hitching;
always hitch in the alternate strands in always hitch the strand
same direction opposite directions. at the top, all hitches in
the same direction.

Moku hitching, or in the middle When you have finished
of the longer piece and holding hitching, use one of the strands
the short length in place for St to make another constrictor knot
Mary’s hitching. Then you can to hold the end(s) secure. Finish
start making your half hitches. each end with a Turk’s head
As always, keeping an even covering the constrictor knot.
tension is the key to good Things can be a little more
looking work. Fine line has a complicated if you like the idea
tendency to cut into your hands of making a selection of hitching
as you tighten each hitch, so if styles on a single piece. If in
you intend to cover a long length doubt, allow a little extra line to
it would be a good idea to wear start with. Also, I find it’s easier
gloves or finger protection of and neater to change from a
some sort. I find a short piece of method using 2 or 3 strands to
bicycle inner tube works well if one that uses fewer strands
the line I am using is anything rather than adding extra strands.
but white, other people take You may still need to cover the
preventative measures by transition point with a Turk’s
wrapping some tape round the head.
fingers that take most of the Varnish or paint the finished
punishment. job if appropriate.

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