Splices Different type of splices include: Short Splice - Used to join two pieces of identicle 3-strand rope Long Splice - Used when shrouds or stays are broken. "Splice the Main Brace!" Eye Splice - Used for making a permanent eye in 3-strand rope Sail maker’s Eye Splice - Used in the roping of sails Chain Splice - Used for splicing a rope to a chain Shroud Knot - Used for repairing broken rigging etc.