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    Round turn and two half hitch knot

    A useful hitch, simple quick and very secure.

    1. Loop the working end round the fixing. Bring the working end round once again.
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    2. Pass the working end across the standing part.
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    3. Pass the working end behind the standing part.
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    4. Form the first hitch by passing the working end between itself and the standing part.
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    5. Make the first hitch tight then take the working end round the standing part
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    6. Form the second hitch by passing the working end between itself and the standing part. Work the two half hitches tight and snug against the round turn.
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