What is the Hunter's Bend used for?

Joining two ropes of the same diameter securely; Splicing smooth or synthetic ropes where common bends slip; Rigging work and lashings that require a firm join; Situations where the join must hold up well under tension; General use on rope of the same thickness, as an alternative to the Sheet Bend.

How do you tie the Hunter's Bend?

The Hunter's Bend joins two ropes of similar thickness very securely, and it's especially good on smooth or slippery rope where other bends fail. Formed by two interlocking overhand knots, it's secure and symmetrical. It shot to fame in the 1970s and helped found an international knot-tying society. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Hunter's Bend hard to tie?

The Hunter's Bend is rated medium, in the Bends category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Hunter's Bend?

Can jam under tension, becoming hard to untie; Best for ropes of the same diameter — not the top choice for very different thicknesses; Always test with a light load before trusting it fully.

Hunter's Bend

Q: What other names does the Hunter's Bend have?

It is also known as Hunter's Bend, Rigger's Bend, Nudo del cazador, Nudo de Hunter, Nó de união do caçador. (ABOK #1425A)

Joins two ropes of similar thickness securely, good for smooth or slippery cordage

Also called: Hunter's Bend, Rigger's Bend, Nudo del cazador, Nudo de Hunter, Nó de união do caçador · ABOK #1425A

What it is for

Joining two ropes of the same diameter securely
Splicing smooth or synthetic ropes where common bends slip
Rigging work and lashings that require a firm join
Situations where the join must hold up well under tension
General use on rope of the same thickness, as an alternative to the Sheet Bend