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Snell Knot - Uni Version

How to tie the Snell Knot - Uni Version. This method of snelling a hook utilizes the Uni Knot. Hooks tied with a Snell Knot provide an even, straight-line pull to the fish.

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Snell Knot - Uni Version

 

Snell Knot Tying Instructions

  • Run a line through the hook eye and down the shank of the hook. Form a loop below the hook with the line.

  • Pass tag end of line around hook shank and through loop 4 to 6 times. Keep wraps tight to each other.

  • Work coils down shank to eye and pull tag end and standing line to tighten.

 

 

Swiffy Output
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