Chain sinnet
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This article is about the method of shortening or storing a rope or cable. For the sewing stitch, see chain stitch.
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| Names | Chain sinnet, Chain shortening, Chain stitch, Chain braid, Crochet stitch, Daisy chain, Monkey braid, Monkey braid, Single trumpet cord, Single bugle cord |
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| Category | sinnet |
| Releasing | Non-jamming |
| Typical use | Shortening rope or cable for use or stowing |
| ABoK | #1144, #1145, #2868 |
A chain sinnet is a method of shortening a rope or other cable while in use or for storage. It is formed by making a series of simple crochet-like stitches in the line.[1]
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[edit] Tying
To tie:
- Create a loop in the rope. Then pull a bight of the working part through the loop, creating an overhand noose knot.
- Pull another bight of the working part through the loop of the previous stitch.
- Tighten the stitch to the desired degree by pulling on the both sides of the loop. Adjust the loop by pulling on the working end to keep it a reasonable size.
- Repeat steps 2-3 until the rope has been sufficiently shortened.
- To lock the sinnet, pass the working end through the final loop.
To restore the rope to its original length, pull the end passed in the last step back through the final loop and pull on the free end. The sinnet will quickly unravel. Note that the chain sinnet can only be released quickly from one of its ends.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ Clifford W. Ashley, The Ashley Book of Knots (New York: Doubleday, 1944), 209.
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