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Anchor bend

Technical visualAnchor bend
Anchor bendThree visual stages of an anchor bend: make two round turns through an anchor ring, bring the working end around the standing part and through the turns, then make a half hitch and set.123two round turnsaround + throughhalf hitch + set
Anchor bendThree visual stages of an anchor bend: make two round turns through an anchor ring, bring the working end around the standing part and through the turns, then make a half hitch and set.1two round turns2around + through3half hitch + set
Follow the anchor and rode manufacturer's specified arrangement where one is provided.

Also called a fisherman's bend in traditional seamanship.

Use

Attaching rope to an anchor ring or similar fitting.

Sequence

Pass the working end twice through the ring to create two round turns.

Bring the working end around the standing part.

Pass it through the two round turns.

Make a half hitch around the standing part.

Dress and set.

Secure the tail where the installation is intended to be permanent.

Limitation

Many modern anchor rodes use chain, shackles, splices or engineered connectors instead. Follow the anchor and rode manufacturer's arrangement where specified.

8. PRACTICAL SEAMANSHIP / BOAT SYSTEMS

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