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CAMPING KNOTS: Bends












                Square (Reef) Knot


                A  QUICK  AND  SIMPLE  BEND  FOR  TYING  TOGETHER

                TWO ROPES OR CORDS OF EQUAL DIAMETER


                This fundamental knot, known to many as the square knot,
                is more accurately called the reef knot. It is used for binding

                two pieces of cordage of equal diameter or two ends of the
                same  piece  of  cordage.  If  improperly  tied,  as  it  often  is,  it

                becomes  the  infamous  and  highly  insecure  granny  knot.
                Even  tied  correctly,  the  square  knot  loosens  easily  and
                should  not  be  used  as  a  bend  where  security  is  required.

                Knot tyers involved in many different pursuits use this one.
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