Fisherman’s Knot

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The Fisherman's knot is used to tie two ropes of equal thickness together. It is used by fishermen to join fishing line, and is very effective with small diameter strings and twines.

Tie an overhand knot, in the running end of the first rope around the second rope. Then tie an overhand knot in the second rope, around the first rope. Note the overhand knots are tied such they lie snugly against each other when the standing ends are pulled.

One problem with this knot is that it becomes very difficult to untie after being loaded. If you are loading the knot, such as in a hauling situation, use the Climber’s Overhand Knot instead.