Geoffrey Budworth

With over 150 knots and splices, The Handy Book of Knots is your go-to guide to learn how to secure, fasten, and tie knots with confidence. Just follow the simple, step-by-step photo instructions. Learn just one or two different knots from this book, and you will be glad you bought it. Learn ten, and it could make a difference in...

Learn how to apply the right knot in any situation - secure and strong enough for the job. Such skill can be essential to the safety and enjoyment of leisure pursuits, such as climbing, sailing, and fishing. In rescue, life can depend on it. Here, Geoffrey Budworth has selected over 100 of the best knots from his lifetime's experience of...

Knots have been around for thousands of years—even Neolithic man tied the reef knot, clove hitch and running noose. There are several thousand knots in existence and an almost infinite number of variations. This reference manual and practical handbook presents over 200 of the most essential knots. All the key knot types are covered, including bends, hitches, bindings, loops, mats,...