Jimi, in answer to your first question the knot you describe is a Turle
knot, the original method I believe. There are better ways to tie this
knot. In any event, it isn't as strong as more modern knots when used
with nylon. It was originally used with gut. Cheers,
Paul
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Paul Marriner
Outdoor Writing & Photography. Member OWAA & OWC. Author of Atlantic
Salmon, Ausable River Journal, Miramichi River Journal, and Modern
Atlantic Salmon Flies.


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