Rope making. The old way.

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garymalmgren
garymalmgren
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1392 posts
19 Sep 2025 10:11am
here is an interesting video on traditional hemp rope making.
gary
www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1084767357060519
woko
woko
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NSW, 1802 posts
19 Sep 2025 9:00pm
I recall reading in William Dampiers adventures that not only was water and food a constant consideration, but also sourcing timber for repairs and fibre for rope and sail material. Leather /green hide was also made along the way. Such a different way of life.
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