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Summary: Lot's of esoteric Knots, Not very useful as a reference
Review: I found the diagrams difficult to follow although the color photographs were well done. This was akward to use as a reference manual. I would prefer a spiral bound book which faclitates tying of the knot while the book is open.It is difficult to follow the knot and keep this book open to the appropriate page.I ended up returning this book for a credit.
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Summary: The best of the smaller books on knots
Review: I was truly surprised by Pawson's book. From the reviews of others, I was expecting a good deal, and hoped it would be as good as Morrow's Guide to Knots, but adding some information not included in that very good book. When the book arrived, it seemed so slim (actually 160 pages, however) and compact, I couldn't see how it could compare.However, it's a marvel in presenting a wealth of information very clearly. I think it is considerably more informative than the Morrow book, and also gives clearer explanations and illustrations. It has very many useful knots that Morrow and most other small books do not have, such as the Alpine Butterfly, Ashley's Bend, Buntline Hitch, and the Klemheist knot, gives good information on splicing that Morrow completely omits, and has a lot of useful tips everywhere. The illustrations are truly first rate. I was surprised though at the omission of the tautline hitch or Tarbuck knot (either would have sufficed). Indeed there were no "ratcheting" loop knots given that slide open or closed to the degree desired, then locked -- a truly useful class of knot that shouldn't have been omitted. If another knot had to go to make room, the only two that could have gone, in my opinion, are the Jury Mast Knot and the Thief Knot. (Admittedly, the Thief Knot is interesting, and I guess that if you need the Jury Mast Knot, you REALLY need it. But that's not one person in 10,000 these days.) Morrow's is probably more complete for the fisherman. I highly recommended "The Handbook of Knots" as a first book on knots, and for most people it will really be all that they ever need, except for the sliding loop knot omission. But if you do need a sliding knot, the Tautline Hitch is actually a Rolling Hitch tied on its own standing part after looping around the object being hitched, so since the book gives the Rolling Hitch, if you know this relationship between the knots, then you're all set and probably won't ever really need another book. Unless you become fascinated by the subject, in which case you'll need Ashley's book. Overall, Pawson's book sets a new standard among the smaller, conveniently-sized, highly practical knot books.
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Summary: This is a Great Book!!
Review: I've enjoied this book to the maximum. It is a complete reference for the amateur & the serious crafter&sailor. I recomend it!!
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Summary: An indespensible knot work book!
Review: Mr. Des Pawson's HANDBOOK OF KNOTS is an intelligent compendium of the most practical and used knots to be found on a construction site, camping ground, sailing ship, or diver's barge. Mr. Pawson demonstrates both his wisdom and practical expertise in its design as the book is compact and slim enough to slide into the pocket of one's coveralls or overalls and easily withdrawn with one hand as you hang on aloft with the other. If the book were made totally waterproof then it could not be more improved upon for those miserable rainy days at the docks or out in the harbor. This very useful book ought to be found in every prudent riggers tool bag.
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Summary: An indespensible knot work book!
Review: Mr. Des Pawson's HANDBOOK OF KNOTS is an intelligent compendium of the most practical and used knots to be found on a construction site, camping ground, sailing ship, or diver's barge. Mr. Pawson demonstrates both his wisdom and practical expertise in its design as the book is compact and slim enough to slide into the pocket of one's coveralls or overalls and easily withdrawn with one hand as you hang on aloft with the other. If the book were made totally waterproof then it could not be more improved upon for those miserable rainy days at the docks or out in the harbor. This very useful book ought to be found in every prudent riggers tool bag.
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Summary: Good....and simple
Review: Not overly complex or too simplistic, this book covers the basics. Color photgraphy is good. In some areas more detail would have been appreciated. Overall, a gem!
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Summary: easy to follow - an excellent book
Review: Pawson's _Handbook of Knots_ is indespensible to the marlinspike sailor, and a useful tool for those who just want to know more about ropework. The book is organized by type of knot (stopper knots, binding, bends, hitches, loops, plaits and sennits) and has quite a bit about rope care, use, and splicing. The diagrams are simple and the instructions easy to follow. Highly recommended.
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Summary: Good knot book
Review: There are a lot of knot books out there, and this is one of the best. It also contains information on splicing ropes, which is suprisingly absent from about 90% of the other knot books out there.
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Summary: Good knot book
Review: There are a lot of knot books out there, and this is one of the best. It also contains information on splicing ropes, which is suprisingly absent from about 90% of the other knot books out there.
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Summary: clear instruction great photographs good book for all
Review: This book is good for all but it is great for first timers. Has most of the knots you could want...but of course not all. I'm still looking for a knot book to compliment this one. I've been looking at a lot of knot books and this one is a very well rounded book. If your going to only have one knot book..this is the one
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