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trilobite Knot

The Trilobite Knot is a tie most commonly used to create a
key fob or a grip for a zipper. Tied in hand, the knot can
be difficult to complete. But tying it off a hook, as shown
below, makes it easier.
Knot Components: Historical Knot

1. Create an M-shape with the rope, two 2. Loop the tops of the bights over a hook
bights with a trough between. (left over right).

3. Hook the right running end left and 4. Hook the left running end back, right, and
under the left running end. over the right crook.

5. Circle one running end around the rope 6. Circle the other running end around the
above it. rope above it.