How to Tie the Surgeon's Knot
- Lay the two lines alongside each other, overlapping about 15 cm.
- Form a simple loop with both lines together.
- Pass both the tag end and the entire leader through the loop twice.
- Moisten and pull all four ends to tighten. Trim tags.
Pros
- Very easy and quick to tie
- Works well with lines of different diameters
- Reliable strength even when tied quickly
Cons
- Bulkier profile than the Blood Knot
- Not as streamlined through rod guides
Best Used For
Quickly joining leader to tippet in fly fishing, or connecting two lines of different diameters.
