Page 62 - Patrick Moreau, Jean-Benoit Heron Marine Knots How to Tie 40 Essential Knots

This is the most well-known non-sliding eye, which sailors regularly use
because it is effective in various situations.
It was originally used primarily for controlling tension on sheets of

square sails.
Later it was used to caulk hulls.

1 and 2 - Begin with the regular opening movement from the Overhand Loop: half hitch with the
working end passing over.
The cross of the half hitch is held between the left thumb and index fingers.
Then use direct braiding techniques, such as placing it opposite and going over, under.