Description
Popular with fly fishermen, the Davy Knot is simple and quick to tie. The Double Davy includes an extra turn for added security.
History
The Davy Knot and Double Davy are 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.
Strength/Reliability
The Double Davy includes an extra turn for added security — making it more reliable than the standard Davy Knot.
Related
Common Uses
- attach a fly or hook to a leader with extra strength.
- tie a small, strong knot for larger flies where more security is needed.
- connect a hook to a fishing line quickly with added reliability.
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