What is the Sailmaker's Whipping used for?

Permanently finishing the end of twisted fiber rope; A long-lasting whipping on heavy-use rope aboard; Professional finishing of mooring line and sheet ends; Reinforcing rope ends subject to heavy abrasion; Ropework craft and restoration of traditional lines.

How do you tie the Sailmaker's Whipping?

The Sailmaker's Whipping is considered one of the most secure whippings for finishing a rope's end, because its reinforcing turns sit between the strands and lock the twine in place. Even if part of it gets damaged, it won't unravel entirely, unlike simpler whippings. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Sailmaker's Whipping hard to tie?

The Sailmaker's Whipping is rated hard, in the Whipping & Care category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Sailmaker's Whipping?

Needs a large needle (and a sailmaker's palm), making it hard to do in the field without tools; On braided or kernmantle rope, the needle is essential for passing the twine through; Takes longer to tie than the West Country whipping.

Sailmaker's Whipping

Q: What other names does the Sailmaker's Whipping have?

It is also known as Sailmaker's Whipping, Falcaceado de velero, Falcaça do fabricante de velas, Palm-and-needle whipping. (ABOK #3446)

A more secure whipping, with reinforcing turns that lock the twine in place and won't come undone even if damaged

Also called: Sailmaker's Whipping, Falcaceado de velero, Falcaça do fabricante de velas, Palm-and-needle whipping · ABOK #3446

What it is for

Permanently finishing the end of twisted fiber rope
A long-lasting whipping on heavy-use rope aboard
Professional finishing of mooring line and sheet ends
Reinforcing rope ends subject to heavy abrasion
Ropework craft and restoration of traditional lines