How to attach

[StuM]

Originally Posted by thinwater

You can't untie a bowline under load.

Haven't tested it under heavy load, but the Midshipman's Hitch is reputed to be untieable under load according to Grog.

Midshipman's Hitch | How to tie a Midshipman's (Taut Line), Hitch | Knots

[StuM]

Originally Posted by hellosailor

There are a number of folks who believe in keeping a similar knife attached at the steering binnacle, in the cockpit, at all time offshore.

Count me in that group - although in my case it's a more expensive dive knife.

[Mirage35]

Thanks, folks. I’ve once again read a seemingly innocuous thread and ended up adding something to my “things to check” list for next spring. As if I needed more ...