This is the perfect companion to the “Guide to Knots.” It has an incredible amount of extremely useful information on knots, hitches, splices, fancy work, block and tackle and something that most knot books leave out — wire rope — its splicing, care, how to work with wire rope, eyes and coiling

It describes the construction of rope and details its care. Also included are tables of the breaking strenths and weights of various ropes.

Whether you want to learn more about standard rope or the handling of wire rope, this book, along with the “Guide to Knots” is perfect for you.

Handbook of Knots and Splices, Charles Gibson
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