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2. Nail knot - Wikipedia

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   The nail knot got its name because a nail or similar object such as a narrow straw is inserted as a guide when tying the knot. To tie the nail knot by hand is widely described as very difficult; therefore some anglers use a nail knot-tying tool. Such a tool can be fashioned from a partially straightened paper clip. [1]

3. Marlinspike - Wikipedia

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   Historically a separate tool, the marlinspike is integrated in specialized versions of folding rigging and pocket knives. Sailors who become proficient at knot tying, splicing, and sewing using the marlinspike are said to have mastered marlinespike seamanship, earning them the right to be known as marlin spikes or marlinspike seamen.

4. Marlinespike hitch - Wikipedia

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   Below is a basic method of tying. The knot can also be made by using the rod itself to form the loop, but the tying method does not affect the performance of the resulting hitch. Begin with an overhand loop, that is, a loop in which the working part passes over the standing part:

5. List of knot terminology - Wikipedia

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   The reef knot can capsize if one of its standing ends is pulled.. A knot that has capsized or spilled has deformed into a different structure. Although capsizing is sometimes the result of incorrect tying or misuse, it can also be done purposefully in certain cases to strengthen the knot (see the carrick bend [4]) or to untie a seized knot which would otherwise be difficult to release (see ...

6. This Ruffled Side Knot Is An Easy Way to Transform Your ... - AOL

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   Here's how to tie a shirt knot in 10 different ways. We have all the steps to make side, front, double, pretzel, and ruffled knots. One includes a bow!

7. Overhand knot - Wikipedia

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   Tying an overhand knot. There are a number of ways to tie the Overhand knot. Thumb method – create a loop and push the working end through the loop with your thumb. Overhand method – create a bight, by twisting the hand over at the wrist and sticking your hand in the hole, pinch the working end with your fingers and pull through the loop.