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== Etymology == | == Etymology == | ||
This knot's name dates back to at least [[1783]] when it was used by M. Lescallier in ''Vocabulaire des Termes de Marine''.<ref name="budcomp"/> Its origins prior to that are not known with certainty. There are several possible explanations for the name "Carrick" being associated with this bend. The [[Elizabethan era]] plasterwork of [[Ormonde Castle]] in [[Carrick-on-Suir]] shows numerous Carrick bends molded in relief. Or the name may come from [[Carrick Roads]] — a large natural [[Harbor|anchorage]] by [[Falmouth, Cornwall|Falmouth]] in | This knot's name dates back to at least [[1783]] when it was used by M. Lescallier in ''Vocabulaire des Termes de Marine''.<ref name="budcomp"/> Its origins prior to that are not known with certainty. There are several possible explanations for the name "Carrick" being associated with this bend. The [[Elizabethan era]] plasterwork of [[Ormonde Castle]] in [[Carrick-on-Suir]] shows numerous Carrick bends molded in relief. Or the name may come from [[Carrick Roads]] — a large natural [[Harbor|anchorage]] by [[Falmouth, Cornwall|Falmouth]] in Cornwall, England. The name may also have been derived from the [[Carrack]], a medieval type of ship.<ref name="budult">Geoffrey Budworth, ''The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots'' (London: Hermes House, 1999), 60.</ref> | ||
== Variations == | == Variations == | ||
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Unfortunately, with so many [[permutations]], the Carrick bend is prone to being tied incorrectly.<ref name="ashley262"/> | Unfortunately, with so many [[permutations]], the Carrick bend is prone to being tied incorrectly.<ref name="ashley262"/> | ||
===Capsized=== | === Capsized === | ||
[[Image:Carrick-bend-ABOK-1439-Capsized.jpg|thumb|right|Capsized Carrick bend]] | [[Image:Carrick-bend-ABOK-1439-Capsized.jpg|thumb|right|Capsized Carrick bend]] | ||
The Carrick bend is generally tied in a flat interwoven form and without additional measures it will [[Knot#Capsizing|capsize]] (collapse) under load into a stable but bulky form. This capsized form is more convenient to make, but is likely to be more difficult to untie than when seized. | The Carrick bend is generally tied in a flat interwoven form and without additional measures it will [[Knot#Capsizing|capsize]] (collapse) under load into a stable but bulky form. This capsized form is more convenient to make, but is likely to be more difficult to untie than when seized. | ||
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===Seized=== | === Seized === | ||
[[Image:Carrick-bend-seized-ABOK-1439.jpg|thumb|Seized Carrick Bend, Round seizing on left, multiple tight double constrictor knots on right.]] | [[Image:Carrick-bend-seized-ABOK-1439.jpg|thumb|Seized Carrick Bend, Round seizing on left, multiple tight double constrictor knots on right.]] | ||
In the interest of making the Carrick bend easier to untie, especially when tied in extremely large rope, the ends may be seized to prevent the knot from collapsing when load is applied. This practice also keeps the knot's profile flatter and can ease its passage over [[Capstan (nautical)|capstans]] or [[ | In the interest of making the Carrick bend easier to untie, especially when tied in extremely large rope, the ends may be seized to prevent the knot from collapsing when load is applied. This practice also keeps the knot's profile flatter and can ease its passage over [[Capstan (nautical)|capstans]] or [[winch]]es.<ref name="pawpock">Des Pawson, ''Pocket Guide to Knots & Splices'' (Edison, NJ: Chartwell Books, Inc., 2002), 114-115.</ref> | ||
The ends are traditionally seized to their standing part using a [[Round seizing]]. For expediency, a series of [[Constrictor knot#Double constrictor knot|double constrictor knots]], drawn very tight, may also be used.<ref name="tossguide"/> When seizing the Carrick bend, ''both'' ends must be secured to their standing parts or the bend will slip. | The ends are traditionally seized to their standing part using a [[Round seizing]]. For expediency, a series of [[Constrictor knot#Double constrictor knot|double constrictor knots]], drawn very tight, may also be used.<ref name="tossguide"/> When seizing the Carrick bend, ''both'' ends must be secured to their standing parts or the bend will slip. | ||
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==Decorative uses== | == Decorative uses == | ||
[[Image:Double coin knot-rotated.jpg|thumb|Decorative form made with doubled lines]] | [[Image:Double coin knot-rotated.jpg|thumb|Decorative form made with doubled lines]] | ||
In the decorative variation, both standing ends enter from one side and both working ends exit from the other. In this configuration the knot is known as the ''Josephine knot'' ( | In the decorative variation, both standing ends enter from one side and both working ends exit from the other. In this configuration the knot is known as the ''Josephine knot'' (macrame) or ''double coin knot'' ([[Chinese knotting]]). This form of the Carrick bend is found depicted in heraldry, sometimes with the tails of [[Charge (heraldry)|heraldic serpents]] woven (or "nowed") into this knot.<ref name="histsci">J.C. Turner and P. van de Griend (ed.), ''The History and Science of Knots'' (Singapore: World Scientific, 1996), 388.</ref> | ||
The knot can be tied using doubled lines for an even flatter, more elaborate appearance. | The knot can be tied using doubled lines for an even flatter, more elaborate appearance. | ||
==Security== | == Security == | ||
The fully interwoven diagonal Carrick bend is the most secure variation. All other forms are inferior<ref name="ashley262"/> and not recommended as bends.<ref name="budcomp"/> Given the possibility of tying the Carrick bend incorrectly, it is important to carefully check the knot each time it is tied. | The fully interwoven diagonal Carrick bend is the most secure variation. All other forms are inferior<ref name="ashley262"/> and not recommended as bends.<ref name="budcomp"/> Given the possibility of tying the Carrick bend incorrectly, it is important to carefully check the knot each time it is tied. | ||
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Although the Carrick bend has a reputation for strength, some tests have shown it to be as weak as 65% [[Knot#Strength|efficiency]].<ref name="budcomp"/> | Although the Carrick bend has a reputation for strength, some tests have shown it to be as weak as 65% [[Knot#Strength|efficiency]].<ref name="budcomp"/> | ||
==References== | == References == | ||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
==External links== | == External links == | ||
* [http://www.animatedknots.com/carrick/ Grog's Animated Knots: How to tie the carrick bend] | * [http://www.animatedknots.com/carrick/ Grog's Animated Knots: How to tie the carrick bend] | ||
[[Category:Bend knots]] | [[Category:Bend knots]] | ||
[[es:Nudo carrick]] | |||
[[fi:Grönlanninsolmu]] | [[fi:Grönlanninsolmu]] | ||
[[fr:Nœud de carrick]] | [[fr:Nœud de carrick]] | ||
[[it:Nodo di Carrick]] | |||
[[nl:Hieling]] | |||