| Killick hitch | |
|---|---|
| Names | Killick hitch, Kelleg hitch |
| Category | Hitch |
| Related | Timber hitch |
| Typical use | Attach a rope to an oddly shaped object. |
| ABoK | #271, #1733, #2162 |
The killick hitch ( /ˈkɪlɨk/) is a type of hitch knot used to attach a rope to oddly shaped objects. This knot, also known as the kelleg hitch, is an alteration of the timber hitch.
The killick hitch is used to anchor small boats, usually by using some odd shaped heavy object. It has common use among oystering ships because the anchor is more easily moved than with other methods.