Fireman's chair knot
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| Fireman's chair knot | |
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| Names | Fireman's chair knot, Chair knot |
| Category | Loop |
| Related | Handcuff knot, Sheepshank, Tom fool's knot |
| Typical use | Makeshift rescue harness or handcuffs |
| ABoK | #1140 |
A fireman's chair knot (also known as the chair knot) is a knot tied in the bight forming two adjustable, lockable loops. The knot consists of a handcuff knot finished with a locking half hitch around each loop.[1] The loops remain adjustable until the half hitches are tightened.
