Davy Knot

Animation: Davy Knot

Usage

Popular with fly fishermen, the Davy Knot is simple and quick to tie.

History

The Davy Knot is attributed to Davy Wotton, a fly fishing pro from Wales who is now living in Arkansas. Davy invented the knot during a 1950's fly fishing competition when he was looking for a knot that could be tied very quickly.