Ashley Book of Knots by Clifford Ashley
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Book Reviews of Ashley Book of Knots
Book Review: Top notch reference on knots.
Summary: 4 Stars
Top notch reference on knots.
This book has no peer.
Nothing else even comes close.
Book Review: The "Bible" for ropework and knotting...
Summary: 5 Stars
Hands down, if you're into knots, rope work, sailing, etc...this is definitely a book to add to your shelf. Over 600 pages, it's got pretty much references to every knot you could think of, as well as a good history on rope and knots, and a great index to quickly find what you need. I've even found most other books or online resources I look at reference the "Ashley Book of Knots" number (ABOK#) when they're describing what to do. All in all a good investment.Book Review: The Root of All Knots
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the reference that seems to be used by all other knot books and web sites.
Although the book can be hard to understand when trying to tie knots, no colors, videos or animated gifs, it is quite useful when trying to identify a knot that I want to tie.
I knew what I was getting as I had read the libraries copy before making the decision to purchase so I am not at all disappointed with my book.
This is also an excellent book for reading if you enjoy tying knots.
If you have more than a passing interest in knots then you will want to consider buying this book.
Book Review: Ahsley Book of Knots is not the end all
Summary: 3 Stars
I recently bought the Ashely book of knots because I thought it would tell me how to tie every knot on the planet. I found it a bit confusing because it did not use colors to illustrate the knot ties. It was hard to follow most of the knot patterns. Also it did not have climbing knots used by most rescue people. I found a great site that does animation and colors: http://www.animatedknots.com/doublefishermansrescue/index.php . Perhaps if the book came with a DVD it would be better. I know it is an old book...but come on...we have new technology now!Book Review: The King of knot books
Summary: 5 Stars
If you need to learn knots, or just enjoy knot tying as a hobby, this book is essential for everyone.