Lobster buoy hitch

Lobster buoy hitch
CategoryHitch
RelatedCow hitch, Buntline hitch, Two half-hitches
ReleasingJamming
Typical useattaching lines to rings, eyes, posts, rods, and railings
ABoK#58, #1714, #1839
Untightened Lobster buoy hitch

The lobster buoy hitch is similar to the buntline hitch, but made with a cow hitch around the standing part rather than a clove hitch.

Like the buntline hitch, this knot is strong, secure and compact.