Page 91 - Peter Randall - The Craft of the Knot

The Fisherman’s Knot is difficult to untie and will work best when tied in small
cordage. It is often chosen as a secure way to join two small lines of similar size.

DOUBLE FISHERMAN’S KNOT

The Double Fisherman’s Knot is a bend tied in the same manner as the Fisherman’s
Knot, with two Double Overhand Knots in place of the regular ones.

STEP 1 Lay two ropes parallel to each other and tie a Double Overhand Knot (see

Chapter 1) on each of the two sides.

STEP 2 Tighten up each Double Overhand Knot and pull the two ropes apart so that
they form a circle, further tightening the knots.

This bend provides more security than the Fisherman’s Knot, which you may need if
you use very slippery lines or they differ in size a bit. If you need more security than

that, you may consider using Triple Overhand Knots (see Chapter 1) to fasten the two
ropes. If more than a Triple is to be used in fishing line, it should be tied in the same
manner as the Uni-Knot (see further).

IMPROVED CLINCH KNOT

This knot is a useful fishing knot that works well with thin monofilament.

STEP 1 Pass the running end through the hook eye or other attachment point, then