This is an essential guide to tying knots in splash proof ring bound format. This full colour, clearly illustrated book covers the top 10 knots everyone should know, plus coiling and throwing a rope, and whipping (stopping the end unravelling). It is part of of Fernhurst’s highly popular Companion series. All Companion books feature essential information - colour coded for instant access. Designed to withstand the rigours of on-board use, they are splash proof, ringbound and printed on durable laminated card. Everyone needs knots: sailors, fishermen, girl guides, etc. It features the 10 knots everyone should know. The colour sequences of the drawings show how to tie the knot, step-by-step. The use, good and bad points of each knot is highlighted.