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Uni Knot (Grinner)

If you could only learn one knot, make it this one. Works for pretty much everything.

Where it earns its place

Detail
Knot strength 90% of line strength
Difficulty Easy
Disciplines Coarse, Sea, Fly
Best for Hooks, Swivels, All-Rounder, Snag Fishing

How to tie it

  1. Thread the line through the hook eye and pull about 20cm through.
  2. Fold the tag end back to form a loop alongside the standing line.
  3. Wrap the tag end around both lines and through the loop 5-6 times.
  4. Moisten and pull the tag end to tighten the wraps.
  5. Slide the knot down to the hook eye and pull the standing line to lock.

Want to watch it tied? Animated Knots has the uni knot (grinner). In the app the same steps sit beside the rig you are tying.

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