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figure 56.2
Drummer’s plait see chain plait.
Duncan loop: this is a sliding loop that allows the lure to have action in
the water, but slides down and tightens under pressure from a fish.
Form the loop by passing the line through the eye of the hook to make a
bight of about 20cm (8in) for the tying of the knot. Turn about half of the
working end down back towards the hook, thus forming a second bight,
then take the end up and take five turns (figure 57.1) around both sides
of the first bight. Make sure that the working end passes through the
second bight (figure 57.2).
To tighten the knot, hold the hook with a pair of pliers and pull steadily
on the working end until the loop and knot begin to tighten. Under
normal pressure the knot will be secure and not slide, but when fighting a
fish the loop will slide down and tighten against the eye. You can reopen
the loop with your fingers for further use.
figure 57.1
