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Article: Orvis Knot.(Sportsman's Notebook; Knot of the Month)(Brief article)
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- Field & Stream (West ed.)
- Article date:
- March 1, 2007
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Byline: John Merwin
A good connection for weak line
Use this knot for tying small flies to light leader tippets, or spinning lures to light- or medium-size nylon monofilaments. It is usually 20 to 30 percent stronger than the popular improved clinch.
Step 1
Extend 6 to 8 inches of line through the hook eye. Form a large loop with the tag end on the far side of the standing line.
Step 2
Form a second loop by bringing the tag end ...