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How to tie the Anchor Bend

Pass one turn round the post and then a second turn. Keep the second turn slack. Pass the bitter end round the standing end and through the first round turn. Continue round the standing end and finally tuck the bitter end under itself to complete the Anchor Bend.
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How to Tie the Anchor Bend Knot
The Anchor Bend Knot

Uses: The Anchor Bend is also known as the Fisherman's Bend (ABOK # 1841, p 309). It is an excellent knot to use for attaching an anchor line to an anchor.

Comparison: It is very similar to the Round Turn and Two Half Hitches, so similar that it is doubtful if there is much benefit in using one knot over the other. If either knot were being used to secure an anchor line to an anchor, most people would add an extra one or two half hitches. Many would also seize the bitter end to the standing end for additional security.

Disclaimer: Any activity that involves ropes is potentially hazardous. Lives may be at risk - possibly your own. Considerable attention and effort have been made to ensure that these descriptions are accurate. However, many critical factors cannot be controlled, including: the choice of materials; the age, size, and condition of ropes; and the accuracy with which these descriptions have been followed. No responsibility is accepted for incidents arising from the use of this material.

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Updated Jun 30, 2010

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