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Note: For illustration purposes only, the following photo-
graphs show this knot being tied into a simple swivel snap.
Please note that this type of snap should never be used for
critical applications as it could break under tension.

How to tie it:
1. Tie a standard figure 8 knot in the working end. Make
sure to leave enough extra rope on this end to complete
the “follow through” portion of this knot. With enough
practice, you’ll get a feel for how much extra rope is
actually needed.
2. Pass the working end through or around the object you
want the loop to encompass as illustrated in figure 15a.

Figure 15a.

3. Add a little slack to the figure 8 knot you tied in step 1 to
enlarge it slightly. This will make completing the remain-
ing steps easier.
4. Thread the working end back through your original fig-
ure 8 knot taking care to make sure you retrace the

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