Maritime Master - Knots

Master every essential rope knot with interactive 3D animations, designed for sailors, climbers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Maritime Master – Knots brings rope craft to life with a full library of 45+ knots rendered in real-time 3D. Watch the rope tie itself step by step, rotate from every angle, and build genuine understanding before you pick up real rope.

Loops
Bowline · Alpine Butterfly · Bowline on a Bight · Portuguese Bowline · Spanish Bowline · Water Bowline · Running Bowline · Perfection Loop · Dropper Loop · Fireman's Chair · Slippery Eight Loop · Scaffold Knot · Double Figure Eight Loop · Snare

Hitches
Cleat Hitch · Clove Hitch · Round Turn & Two Half Hitches · Anchor Bend · Rolling Hitch · Trucker's Hitch · Boom Hitch · Cow Hitch · Crossing Knot · Half Hitch · Highwayman's Hitch · Munter Hitch · Prusik Hitch · Strangle Knot · Midshipman's Hitch · Cat's Paw

Bends
Reef Knot · Sheet Bend · Carrick Bend · Double Sheet Bend · Surgeon's Knot · Simple Simon Under · Double Ring Knot

Stoppers
Figure Eight · Overhand Knot · Double Overhand · Stevedore Knot

Utility
Sheepshank · Heaving Line Knot

Decorative
Monkey Fist · True Love Knot

Interactive 3D Viewer
Rotate, zoom, and pan each knot in real-time 3D. Scrub through the full tying sequence from loose rope to finished knot, then watch it tighten into its final dressed form.

Step-by-Step Instructions
Numbered tying steps for every knot so you always know exactly what to do at each stage.

Rich Knot Data
Usage notes, history, strength information, safety warnings, memory mnemonics, and COLREGs relevance where applicable. Ashley Book of Knots reference numbers included for every entry.

Difficulty Ratings
Every knot rated 1–5 so you can start simple and advance at your own pace.

Favourites
Pin any knot to the top of your library for fast access on deck, at the crag, or by the water.

Search & Filter
Browse by category or search by name, Ashley number, or description.

Whether you're studying for a maritime qualification, brushing up your seamanship, learning rope craft for climbing or camping, or just want to tie better knots — Maritime Master – Knots is your always-available pocket reference.

For study and revision only. Not for use in safety-critical or operational situations. Always use official publications and certified equipment at sea