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a type of knot used by sailors.

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What is the most secure but simple method to bend two ropes?

fishermans knot *Correction - The Carrick Bend. The fisherman's knot is a simple whip to join a hook to a line. The Carrick Bend is secure, cannot be "spilled" and doesn't put undue strain on the ropes, decreasing their strength.


What the name of the knot that Amanda King can't untie on Scarecrow and Mrs King?

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Is a carrick bend properly tied if it is pulled taught or is supposed to be left open?

Pulled taut. It is left loose only for demonstrational purposes.


What does carrick mean?

Carrick mean a name.


Is a properly tied carrick bend if it is pulled taught or is supposed to be left Open?

According to the Ashley book of knots a "Carrick Bend" is properly finished when pulled tight. Also the most secure way, when used at sea, is to have the bitter ends opposite or opposed to each other.Think about it. It will not be proper if it is left in the "decorative" state. It use is to join two hawsers (large mooring lines/ropes) together.


When was Carrick Furnace created?

Carrick Furnace was created in 1828.


When was Lewis Carrick born?

Lewis Carrick was born in 1806.


When was Phil Carrick born?

Phil Carrick was born in 1952.


When was Alexander Carrick born?

Alexander Carrick was born in 1882.


When did Alexander Carrick die?

Alexander Carrick died in 1966.


When was Pat Carrick born?

Pat Carrick was born in 1941.


When did Samuel Carrick die?

Samuel Carrick died in 1809.