Modified Figure Eight Knot Loop

This knot jams tight and can be difficult to undo.

That makes for a secure lanyard, zipper pull, key ring fob, etc.

This is ABOK 533.

Form a Z shape with the right side end of your cord.

Bring loop 1 over the standing end of the cord.

bring working end (WE) over, under through the loop.

Grab the loop at * and bring it over, under and over.

Tighten slightly.

Grab loop with left hand and WE with right hand,.

Pull in opposite directions to capsize bight * into a sharp angle.

Standing end (left hand end) is now under the WE.

Turn knot over and tighten