How to Tie the Buntline Hitch (ABOK 55)

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In today's tutorial, we show you how to tie Abok 55 (the buntline hitch) from Clifford Ashley's "The Ashley Book of Knots". If you want to follow along with us on our journey through this book, you can check it out here: amzn.to/3Adcdfy All affiliate proceeds help support our channel!
We like to keep our tutorials short for your enjoyment, so if you're still wondering about some uses, let us enlighten you.
The Buntline Hitch is a versatile knot commonly used in sailing and other activities where securing a rope to an object is required. Here are some of its primary uses.
Securing Lines on Ships: Traditionally, the Buntline Hitch was used to secure buntlines (ropes used to gather up the bottom of a sail) to the foot of square sails on ships. Its ability to hold under tension while being relatively easy to untie made it ideal for this purpose.
Attaching Ropes to Rings or Posts: This knot is excellent for attaching a rope to a fixed object, such as a ring, post, or eye. It's often used in situations where a secure and compact knot is needed, such as securing equipment, tarps, or lines to fixed points.
Safety and Climbing: The Buntline Hitch is also used in climbing and rescue scenarios. Its secure grip under tension makes it reliable for tying off safety lines or securing equipment.
The Buntline Hitch is valued for its simplicity, strength, and ability to hold well under load, making it useful in various situations beyond its nautical origins.
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Am I viewing this incorrectly, or does it appear to be that one ties a clove hitch onto the standing end of the rope after looping it around the anchor point?

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You are correct!

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@@How2Knots thanks for the quick reply!
I was in the boy scouts 20 years ago and decided it was time to try and remember all my knots and then learn some 'real' knots as well. I love quick guides like this.