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Overhand Knot

Known as the simplest of all basic, and stopper knots, the Overhand Knot is
mostly used to prevent the unraveling of the end of the rope.

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The Overhand Knot

Instructions:

1. First, make a loop and let the end pass through it.
2. Tighten the loop so you could form the overhand knot.

3. Pull it tight if you want to make use of it as a stopper.