What is the Double Davy Knot used for?

Attaching flies and medium hooks with more security than the plain Davy; Swapping flies quickly while keeping good hold; Fishing for slightly larger species on the fly; Rigging discreet, sturdy terminals; Saving leader on trips with frequent fly changes.

How do you tie the Double Davy Knot?

The Double Davy Knot is the reinforced version of the Davy Knot, with an extra turn that increases security. It keeps the speed and line economy of the original but holds slightly larger hooks better. It's the choice for anglers who want the Davy's quickness without giving up extra firmness. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Double Davy Knot hard to tie?

The Double Davy 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 Double Davy Knot?

Even so, for very large fish prefer sturdier knots; Seat it well so the turns don't slip; Don't mix up the sequence with the plain Davy when adding the extra turn.

Double Davy Knot

Q: What other names does the Double Davy Knot have?

It is also known as Double Davy Knot, Davy Double Knot, Nudo Davy doble, Nó Davy reforçado.

A version of the Davy Knot with an extra turn, more secure for slightly larger hooks

Also called: Double Davy Knot, Davy Double Knot, Nudo Davy doble, Nó Davy reforçado

What it is for

Attaching flies and medium hooks with more security than the plain Davy
Swapping flies quickly while keeping good hold
Fishing for slightly larger species on the fly
Rigging discreet, sturdy terminals
Saving leader on trips with frequent fly changes