Page 283 - Buck Tilton - Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches 2 ed.

Use the main line to tie two half hitches (see
page 23) over the ends of both bights as shown in

the photograph. Slowly pull on both the main
parts of the line, taking care to keep the knot in
its proper shape and form. The two loops at the

ends of the knot need to stay approximately the
same size.

Eye Splice

USED TO CREATE AN EYE AT THE END OF A ROPE

For sailors, being able to create an “eye,” or a loop, at the

end of a rope was once considered a basic and important
skill. Although ropes with eyes can now be purchased, a

reliable one can be made with this technique. It only works
with laid ropes, and if the rope is hard-laid (see page 2) you

will probably need a tool to work the strands apart. Tucking
the strands three times works well with fiber ropes, but