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Maedate Knot

A maedate is a crest worn on the front of a samurai’s
helmet. Although most maedates were constructed of
metal or horn, a handful of the earliest were constructed
of rope. The Maedate Knot emulates their appearance.
Knot Components: Handcuff Knot + 180 Degree Rotation

1. Make a counterclockwise loop (right 2. Then make a second counter-clockwise
rope over left). loop over the first.

3. Rotate the overlapping edges of the 4. Pinch your thumbs and forefingers
loops 180 degrees. through the front and back loops.

5. Grip the rotated loops and pull them 6. Carefully adjust the knot until firm.
apart.