reef knot

GPTKB entity

Statements (21)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf knot
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:square_knot
gptkbp:category knot
gptkbp:composedOf two overhand knots tied in opposite directions
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label reef knot
gptkbp:origin ancient
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:granny_knot
gptkb:thief_knot
gptkbp:symmetry yes
gptkbp:usedBy sailors
scouts
medics
gptkbp:usedFor binding two ropes of equal thickness
gptkbp:usedIn sailing
first aid
scout
gptkbp:weakness slips under load
can capsize
not suitable for joining ropes of different thickness
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:knot
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5