The Liar’s Knot by M.A. Carrick6/21/2023 ![]() ![]() The name may also have been derived from the Carrack, a medieval type of ship. Or the name may come from Carrick Roads-a large natural anchorage by Falmouth in Cornwall, England. The Elizabethan era plasterwork of Ormonde Castle in Carrick-on-Suir shows numerous carrick bends molded in relief. There are several possible explanations for the name "Carrick" being associated with this bend. ![]() Its origins prior to that are not known with certainty. This knot's name dates back to at least 1783, when it was included in a nautical bilingual dictionary authored by Daniel Lescallier. The Carrick bend is known as the " Wake knot" or "Ormonde knot" when it is used as a heraldic badge. Īs with many other members of the basket weave knot family, the carrick bend's aesthetically pleasing interwoven and symmetrical shape has also made it popular for decorative purposes. ![]() It will not jam even after carrying a significant load or being soaked with water. It is particularly appropriate for very heavy rope or cable that is too large and stiff to be easily formed into other common bends. The Carrick bend, also known as the Sailor's breastplate, is a knot used for joining two lines. ![]()
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