Offshore
Swivel Knot --- (Attaching swivel or snap to double-line leader) |
1. Slip the loop end of double-line leader through the eye of swivel.
Rotate the loop end a half-turn to put a single twist between loop and swivel eye. |
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2. Pass the loop
with the twist over the swivel.
Hold the endof the loop, plus both legs of the double-line leader with one hand.
Let the swivel slide to other end of double loops now formed. |
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| 3. Still holding the
loop and lines with one hand, use your other hand to rotate the swivel through center of
both loops, at least six times. |
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4. Continue holding
both legs of the double-line leader tightly, but release the end of loop.
Pull on the swivel and the loops will begin to gather. |
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| 5. To draw the knot
tight, grip the swivel with pliers and push loops toward the eye with fingers, while still
keeping standing lines of the leader pulled tight. |
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