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Ossel knot

Despite its misleading name, this is another hitch,

also used by fishermen. Its structure is more similar
to a ground-line hitch than an ossel hitch, and it’s a

little more time-consuming to tie than either of
them, but it’s also more robust. Use it when you

need a secure knot that won’t slide easily.

1 Take a turn around the pole or spar, and pass the working end

diagonally over the standing part.