--- product_id: 7219038 title: "Why Knot?: How to Tie More Than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots!" brand: "philippe petit" price: "242.80 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7219038-why-knot-how-to-tie-more-than-sixty-ingenious-useful store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Why Knot?: How to Tie More Than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots! **Brand:** philippe petit **Price:** 242.80 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Why Knot?: How to Tie More Than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots! by philippe petit - **How much does it cost?** 242.80 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7219038-why-knot-how-to-tie-more-than-sixty-ingenious-useful) ## Best For - philippe petit enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted philippe petit brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Why Knot?: How to Tie More Than Sixty Ingenious, Useful, Beautiful, Lifesaving, and Secure Knots! - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61qUjCEGQPS.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The man has credibility as well as knowledge *by L***D on Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2022* I have long admired this courageous and irrepressible Frenchman. A man who followed his heart and passion at great risk to himself. Some reviewers criticized him for self-promotion, but it doesn't distract from the book. To do what he's done takes unbelievable self confidence and focus. The fact that he has used every knot in the book in pursuit of his craft/art lends it full credibility--talk about "real world" testing! I wish I could give it 5 stars but some of the repeated criticisms are valid. The tiny print--what's with that? Another reviewer called out the omission of the tautline hitch. The index lists it on page 114 but it's not there. I've used that knot all my life because it's so useful. My own gripe is the poor explanation of the "threading the needle" trick on pages 136-137. Reading it a dozen times and trying to do it with a cord just left me frustrated and confused. I found it clearly explained on You-Tube. But, that's a quibble because Philippe Petit wrote an overall helpful and useful book. He is a truly remarkable and fearless man. His passion for life, for learning, for adventure, and for wanting to pass on his knowledge comes thru in his book. I bow in respect to Monsieur Petit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Make sure the red string is inside the cover, if you bought a used book *by N***E on Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2022* The book itself is great, has quality paper in all its pages, and knots are well explained.One caveat: Before you buy you buy this book used, even if listed as very good condition,you might receive it in the mail without the little red cord. Important that you contact the seller before buying it to make sure the bookseller verifies the red cord is inside the front jacket cover. In front of the book is an instruction to immediately remove the red cord from the front cover before starting to read the book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent resource, clearly written by an expert plus "rope" included so you can learn immediately. *by J***. on Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2017* I'm a sailer...ok, I'm more of cook / bartender on the sail boat but I help out now and again. I've always been a bit mystified as to how different knots are done. I've look at "text" books about them but nothing stuck. But this one has a red string inside and it is SO helpful. I can now ties many, many knots and was surprised to find that so many knots are based on the same basic principles.Also, there are not so many in the book that you get confused. Rather, the BEST knots for each problem is detailed. The author is an expert and we all benefit from his years of experience and clear instructions. Plus we can "play along" with the rope. I just put it beside my coach and each night, I'd teach myself a new knot. First I'd go back and try to do all the knots I'd learned up to that point and then add a new one. This made me actually learn each knot. When you're at sea and something comes undone, you have to know exactly what to do immediately. This little gem of a book has helped me do just that and become a better "hand".Also, the would make a good gift for any sailor....or Boy / Girl Scout....outdoorsman...etc. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7219038-why-knot-how-to-tie-more-than-sixty-ingenious-useful](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/7219038-why-knot-how-to-tie-more-than-sixty-ingenious-useful) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*