Page 233 - Bob Holtzman "The Field Guide to Knots How to Identify, Tie, and Untie Over 80 Essential Knots for Outdoor Pursuits"

1. Make a Half Knot, placing the working end of the rope to the right (henceforth, R1) over, then under, the
working end of the rope to the left (henceforth, R2), as if you are about to tie a Square Knot (opposite).

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