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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