More details about the The Nail Knot
Uses: The Nail Knot was originally named because a nail was inserted as a guide when threading the line. Today, it is easier to use a small straw if you can.
The Nail Knot is an important fishing knot used to join two lines of different diameters and allows for line diameters to diminish down to the fly, i.e., it is useful for attaching your backing to the fly line, and your fly line to the leader, or tippet.
Tying it: There are several ways of tying this knot. The animation above shows the smaller line being threaded through the loops using a straw.
Alternative: Alternatively, the line can be threaded beside a nail (hence its name) or pulled through with a needle.
Advantages: The Nail Knot makes a smooth compact knot which will readily pass through the guides.
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