posted by Davin on Aug 16
The one requirement basic to all fishermen is the need for tying a line to the eye of a hook or swivel. Familiarize yourself with the simple procedure of using the Uni-knot here and then all other Uni-Knot applications become quite easy. 1 Turn the end back toward the eye to form a circle. With thumb and finger of the left hand, grasp both strands of line and the crossing strand in a single grip just forward of the hook. 2 Make six turns with the end around both strands of line and through the circle. (With light lines-say 2-to 12-pound test-you should make five or six turns. if using heavier line, four turns will be sufficient). 3 Maintaining the same grip with the left hand, pull on the end of the line until all the wraps are snugger tight and close together. Snugging down tightly at this stage is essential to maximum knot strength. 4 Finally, slide the finished knot tight against the eye of the hook by dropping the tag end and pulling solely on the standing part of the line. The excess end can be trimmed flush with the knot after final positioning. Information taken from Complete Book of Baits Rigs & Tackle.
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