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Parcelling see serving.
Parts, relating to a Turk’s head: this describes the number of strands seen if you could take a cross
section through the knot prior to any follow round. It should be noted that the number of parts governs
the length of the knot (see Turk’s head page 176).
Perfection loop: a popular old knot for anglers who, with practice, are able to tie it quickly.
Holding the line in your right hand, about 150mm (6in) from the end and with your left hand a further
150mm (6in) distant, form a bight in the line by turning your right hand under your left, and secure the
bight by sliding it along under your left thumb. Now take the working end in your right hand and make
a loose second bight over your left thumb and around the first bight. Pass the working end under the
first bight between the thumb and forefinger of your left hand, where you secure it (figure 97.1). Now
pinch the second bight and push it through the first bight (figure 97.2). To tighten the knot (figure
97.3), pull on the standing part and the second bight (that is, the large loop on the right).
figure 97.1
figure 97.2
