Page 126 - Jim Whippy - Reeds Knot Handbook

The ossel knot is a hitch that is most often used at sea to tie
a smaller line to a larger one. It is relatively easy to tie and
is able to withstand severe weather conditions when afloat.
Traditionally this knot was used to secure the support ropes
attaching drift nets to the headrope. The word ossel comes
from the Scottish word norsel, which was a fisherman’s term
for a gill net. other useFul Knots

3
Bring the working end up again
and lay it next to the first wrap,
making sure it goes over the
standing part.

4
Make another wrap in the same
direction. Pull out a small loop
in the standing part of the cord
where it first crosses the main
rope.
5
Pass the working end through
the loop. Pull on the standing
part to trap the working end
and tighten the knot.

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