R&W Rope Cotton Twine (1 LB)

A natural fiber, twisted twine with traditional look and feel. Used by sailors and knot tyers for bag lanyards, chest beckets and other fancy knotwork.
Sometimes referred to as seine twine, this cotton twine has a looser lay for easy handling and great knotability.

Stock sizes: #18, #27, #30, #36, #48, #60 & #72
Package Size: 1 lb balls

Size #	MM	IN	Approx yield per lb.	Approx. tensile strength (lb)
#18	1.5mm	1/16″	800 FT	40
#27	1.8mm	1/16″ +	600 FT	55
#30	2.0mm	5/64″	500 FT	62
#36	2.15mm	3/32″	400 FT	80
#48	2.6mm	7/64″	300 FT	96
#60	3.0mm	1/8″	240 FT	120
#72	3.2mm	1/8″ +	200 FT	144

Interested in learning more about knot tying? Try Barbara Merry’s book, Marlinspike Sailor’s Knots and Crafts. Try the #48 size to get started.