How To Tie A Sheep Shank Knot

This knot is often used for stopping a rope from snapping when there is a fray. This knot only stays when the rope is being pulled from either side.

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Step 1:

First off, make a 'S' with the rope making sure that there is rope left over on either side of the 'S'.

eyesee says: Dec 21, 2012. 1:22 AM

What is the role

Henge says: Dec 20, 2012. 8:18 AM

WARNING: This is a dangerous knot that is known to fail under pressure. It's recommended never to use this knot in a situation that personal injury can occur in the event of it's failure. Many campaigns exsist to eliminate this knot from the scouting repetoir. sorry.

Lorddrake says: Dec 20, 2012. 2:42 PM

The sheep shank will stay tied as long as there is pressure on the knot.

The problem is if at any point the tension is relaxed the knot will unravel.

Henge says: Dec 20, 2012. 8:19 AM

I like your instructable, though. Well done.

stringstretcher says: Dec 20, 2012. 6:57 AM

I'll comment! Nice easy explanation :P

I learned the sheepshank by making three loops and laying them over each other and them pulling the centers out! Your way is easier to explain!