What is the Surgeon's Loop Knot used for?

Create a fixed loop at the end of the leader or line for loop-to-loop connections; Attach swivels, eyed hooks, or lures quickly and interchangeably; Rig leaders in fly fishing; Form loops for hanging sinkers or droppers; Give you a strong emergency loop when you can't recall more complex knots.

How do you tie the Surgeon's Loop Knot?

The Surgeon's Loop is a fishing knot that forms a fixed loop at the end of the line, made by doubling the line back on itself and passing the doubled end through the loop twice before tightening. Simple and strong, it creates a reliable ring for attaching lures, swivels, or making quick loop-to-loop connections. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Surgeon's Loop Knot hard to tie?

The Surgeon's Loop Knot is rated easy, in the Fishing category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Surgeon's Loop Knot?

The doubled loop can slightly reduce the line's strength if not tightened well; wet it and cinch it down firmly; Set the loop to the right size before locking it, since it's hard to adjust afterward; Trim the tag end close so it doesn't snag on vegetation or rod guides.

Surgeon's Loop Knot

Q: What other names does the Surgeon's Loop Knot have?

It is also known as Surgeon's Loop Knot, Surgeon's Loop, Surgeon's End Loop, Double Surgeon's Loop, Lazo del cirujano, Nudo de lazo del cirujano, Nó de laço do cirurgião, Alça do cirurgião.

Forms a fixed loop at the end of fishing line (double the line and pass it through the loop)

Also called: Surgeon's Loop Knot, Surgeon's Loop, Surgeon's End Loop, Double Surgeon's Loop, Lazo del cirujano, Nudo de lazo del cirujano, Nó de laço do cirurgião, Alça do cirurgião

What it is for

Create a fixed loop at the end of the leader or line for loop-to-loop connections
Attach swivels, eyed hooks, or lures quickly and interchangeably
Rig leaders in fly fishing
Form loops for hanging sinkers or droppers
Give you a strong emergency loop when you can't recall more complex knots