rfwoodvt
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Our tennex slings have been known to snag and hockle quite a bit so we have been looking at ways to help them be more forgiving.
I've really been settling in on using the old fashioned rope serving methods found on tall ship riggings.
Anybody have any thoughts on processes and materials? How about suggestions for a good abrasion resistant material for the serving twine?
We've used waxed whipping twine, nylon mason's twine and Zing-it for servings thus far. Each has its advantages and problems.
Since the rope is braided then worming is not necessary. Parceling appears to allow more flexibility than straight served lines but we have decided that parcelling could probably be optional.
Speaking of parcelling , we've considered just parcelling the with a cordura of some sorts and no serving. Not sure how that would hold up though.
I welcome your input!
I've really been settling in on using the old fashioned rope serving methods found on tall ship riggings.
Anybody have any thoughts on processes and materials? How about suggestions for a good abrasion resistant material for the serving twine?
We've used waxed whipping twine, nylon mason's twine and Zing-it for servings thus far. Each has its advantages and problems.
Since the rope is braided then worming is not necessary. Parceling appears to allow more flexibility than straight served lines but we have decided that parcelling could probably be optional.
Speaking of parcelling , we've considered just parcelling the with a cordura of some sorts and no serving. Not sure how that would hold up though.
I welcome your input!