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Englishman's Loop
A fixed loop tied with two overhands, also called a fisherman's eye. The loop stays open. It is bulkier than a bowline and easier to inspect.
Use it for
A fixed loop tied with two overhands, also called a fisherman's eye. The loop stays open. It is bulkier than a bowline and easier to inspect.
This line
This is rope, netting, or a special leader join. Do not substitute braid main line unless the steps say so.
Avoid when
A lure that must swing on light line. Use a non-slip loop.
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Englishman's Loop
Step 1
Form the loop you want to keep.
Step 2
Tie an overhand around the standing part with the tag.
Step 3
Tie a second overhand around the standing part.
Step 4
Slide the two overhands together.
Step 5
The loop stays open.
The drawing follows this tying order. Pause, step, or scrub to stay with the words. The standing line runs to the reel. The tag is the short end you trim. Skin-hook means the point lies flat in the plastic, not out where grass can grab it.
Common mistakes
- The two overhands not seated against each other.
- One overhand only.
Used on
This knot is for hard baits more than a soft-plastic rig.