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Clinch Knot

When taut round anything the Clinch Knot jams the end. It is used for securing cables to anchors.

Clinch Knot illustration

How to tie a Clinch Knot

Video: Clinch Knot

Learn how to tie a Clinch Knot.

Clinch Knot tying illustration

  1. The end is bent close round the standing part till it forms a circle and a half.
  2. Then it is securely seized at 'a', 'b' and 'c', thus making a running eye.