O List of Knot

Ocean Plait Mat: A pleasing rope mat created started with a simple overhand knot.

One-Handed Bowline: The One-Handed Bowline is tied with one hand. It is identical to a normal bowline but useful if the other hand is occupied - or injured.

Double-Throw Ligature Knot (One Handed Technique): The Surgical Double-Throw knot is a standard ligature used by surgeons. This technique shows the end being pulled through the knot.

Surgical Square Knot (One Handed Technique): The Surgical Square knot is one of the standard ties used by surgeons. This technique shows the end being pulled through the knot.

Orvis Knot: The Orvis Knot is an excellent, simple knot for attaching fishing line to a hook.

Button Sling: The Otto Button Sling provides an adjustable sling which is adjusted by inserting the button at one end through the tightest loop along the sling's length.

Double Fisherman's or Grapevine Bend: The Double Fisherman's provides a secure method for joining two ropes of similar size. The knot is relatively compact and therefore better than some alternatives when retrieving a climbing rope.

Overhand Knot: The Overhand Knot is the simplest of knots. It makes a knot in the end of a rope which can prevent fraying and can act as a simple stopper knot.

Ashley (Oysterman) Stopper Knot: The Ashley makes a reliable bulky stopper knot in the end of a rope. This page also provides links to other stopper knots.