Page 17 - Eric C. Fry - Knots and Ropework

There are two methods of forming Ihe Carrick bend and the first,
Figs 1 to 3, is in many ways similar to the reef knot, even to the 6
extent that a minor error will result in a granny knot. It is a useful
knot for joining two ends, particularly of large ropes and will not Carrick
jam.
The tails should be seized to their respective standing parts and, Bend
although the knot has been shown flal for photographic clarity,
the two bights will take up positions at right angles to each other,
when under load.
Figs 4 to 6 show the alternative Carrick bend, which being a
'flat' knot by its nature. will not take up the right-angular position,
and is used as the basis for the Carrick mat, when it is doubled
and followed around as many times as required.
It is also the basis for the decorative diamond knot shown in
Knot 7.

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