Part 2 of My Knot Series: the Square Knot

by ThatKnottyguy in Outside > Knots

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Part 2 of My Knot Series: the Square Knot

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The Square knot. Basically two overhands but with a twist. (Get It?)
NOT to be used to Hold critical loads, like a person.
I finally found my paracord!
Also called a reef knot.

Materials

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- Rope, or Paracord 550 as I have
- Hands

First Things First

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First your going to want to do an Overhand knot .  Don't tighten though. But, remember Right rope over left then under and up.

And Again

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Now, overhand knot again, Left Over right. Bring under, then back up.

Tighten and Done.

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Now, tighten up the knot and your done!
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