16-20 PHOTOS

Feed tag end through hook eye and bring back up along standing line, making sure that the tag end crosses behind standing line. Keep this crossover pinched between thumb and index finger.

Wrap tag end around double line, moving toward hook eye.

Make 2 more wraps for a total of 3. In 3X and smaller, 5 wraps may be used.

Bring tag end back up through the first loop that was formed when the first wrap was made. The tag end should go through the loop as shown, over top of the lower portion of the loop and in between the standing main line and the upper portion of the loop.

Moisten knot and snug lightly by pulling on tag end. Draw knot down to hook eye by pulling the main standing line and holding the hook. When this knot is tied and tightened correctly, a click or "pop" will be felt.

Finished knot. Trim tag end to complete. This knot is also known as the Pitzen knot.

Knot photos and accompanying captions are courtesy of Frog Hair and Gamma Technologies. Visit www.froghairfishing.com for more information.

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