Ashley's stopper knot

Meaning

Noun

A type of knot used to provide a symmetrical stop at the end of a rope to prevent it from pulling through an eyelet or other fixed opening. Also known as the oysterman's stopper.

Origin

One of many knots invented by Clifford Warren Ashley

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