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The fisherman’s knot is easy to tie as it is simply made up of
two overhand knots. It is most commonly used to join two
lines of about the same thickness. You may also find this knot
referred to as the angler’s knot or the waterman’s knot, and it
is one of the oldest knots in existence.
The drawback with this knot is that it can slip if tied in
nylon monofilament or other types of slippery fishing lines, but overhand Knots and hItches
the problem can be overcome by tying the knot with more
turns. In its favour, it can easily be tied when your hands are
cold and wet, it is compact and it’s possible to trim the ends
close to the knot without it coming apart.

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Your ropes are now
joined by two overhand
knots. Pull on each rope
so that the two knots
slide along the rope until
they are next to one
another, which will give
you a secure hold.

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