Page 39 - Colin Jarman "Essential Knot Book"
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08 LIGHTERMAN’S HITCH
This Hitch, also called a Tugboat Hitch and a ‘No-name Knot’, is particularly
useful when taking a tow as it can be released under even the greatest tension. To
form, take a round turn on the samson post then pass a bight under the standing
part and drop it down over the top of the post. Take another turn (not a round
turn) on the post then again pass a bight under the standing part and drop it down
over the post. This process can be repeated as often as required to prevent
slipping under load.
The photos show the hitch being used to secure a spring to a sheet winch.
