Double Englishman’s Loop
Also called Double fisherman’s loop
The Englishman’s Loop tied with double overhands. Very secure, very hard to untie.
- Difficulty
- ●●○ Intermediate
- Security
- Very high
- Untying
- Very hard
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- 1The standing part runs in from the right.
- 2Near the loop, the standing part ties a double overhand knot round the end.
- 3The rope goes round to form the eye and comes back as the end, through that first knot.
- 4The end ties its own double overhand round the standing part.
- 5Pull so the two knots slide together and lock.
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Use it for
- A permanent loop in slippery line or cord.
- A loop that must not slip under repeated loading.
Watch out
- Treat it as permanent once loaded.
- Dress the wraps neatly so both knots nest together.
Untying
Usually you cannot after a heavy load.