Page 24 - Peter Owen - Knots

• ~ CONSTRICTOR KNOT

This knot has grown in popularity in recent
years, and it has dozens of uses. It can be used
on the ends of ropes as permanent or
temporary whipping; it can be used to secure
fabric bags such as those containing bouquet
garni; it can be used in woodworking to hold
two pieces in position while the glue dries.
The knot is formed from an overhand knot,
trapped beneath a crosswise round turn, which
holds it firmly in place. The constrictor knot will
m
stay tied and grip firmly, and, in fact, the rope
may have to be cut free unless the last tuck is
made with a bight to produce a slipped knot.

Tile COlls/rictor knot is
popular as an all-purpose
knot becallse it is a firm kllol
which does/I'/ slip.

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