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French bowline



Also known as

Portuguese Bowline

What is the French Bowline?

The French Bowline knot is a variant of the regular Bowline.

The French Bowline, what is it used for?

You can use the French Bowline to create two adjustable loops in the end of a line. The French Bowline can also be used to make a Bosun's Chair.

Remarks

It is best to adjust the loops before tightening the knot.

What is the difference with the regular Bowline?

The regular Bowline consists of just one loop, where the French Bowline consists of two loops.