Page 55 - Maria Constantino "The Knot Handbook"

ANGLER'S LOOP

(I) (ALSO KNOWN AS PERFECTION LOOP)
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... s its name suggests, this loop is frequently used by fishermen. It can be tied in string, as
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A well as in fine synthetic line, but many argue about its merits when tied in rope. It is a
bulky knot, difficult to untie and prone to jam - even on dry land! However, it is a very
secure knot when tied in synthetic rope and will stay tied
even in bungee (elasticised) shock cord, as demonstrated
here. It is also a useful camping knot that secures tent I
ropes to pegs. -,
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Firmly hold one end • \ I /. ,.r ><
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Make an overhand loop -, ...... , '
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with the standing part. . --~
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Bring the short, working Make a bight in the
2 end over and lay it across 3 working end and pull it
the initial loop. \ ~ J / 1>·,- . i i through the loop. Notice how
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knot with a draw loop, see • i~·l· /-.. ,<.
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