Fisherman’s Knot
Extract from Prepper's Guide to Knots • By Scott Finazzo • Published by Ulysses Press
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Prepper's Guide to Knots
Also known as: Waterman’s Knot, Angler’s Knot, English Knot, Halibut Knot
The Fisherman’s Knot is two identical overhand knots tied so that when they are drawn together they nest perfectly and the working ends lie in opposing directions. This is a common and secure way to join two ropes or cords of equal diameter together. When it is tied in rope, it can be untied, but in fishing line, it will have to be cut.
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To avoid slippage, many choose to tie the Double Fisherman’s Knot instead.
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You Will Need
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Step 1Tie a simple Overhand Knot in rope
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Step 2Tuck the working end of rope 2 through the Overhand Knot in rope 1.
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Step 3In rope 2, tie an Overhand Knot around rope 1.
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Step 4Pull each knot individually to tighten.
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Step 5Pull the ropes apart from each other, drawing the knots in together. If the knots do not nest perfectly, try tying the knot on rope 2 again going the opposite direction.
