The Albright special
[The complete guide to knots and knot tying — Geoffrey Budworth — p.70 — ] or Albright knot is a
bend used in
angling
Angling is a fishing technique that uses a fish hook or "angle" (from Old English ''angol'') attached to a fishing line to tether individual fish in the mouth. The fishing line is usually manipulated via a fishing rod, although rodless techniqu ...
. It is a strong knot used to tie two different diameters of line together, for instance to tie
monofilament
A monofilament may refer to:
* Monofilament fishing line, a type of thread
* A monofilament as used in a monofilament test in a neurological examination
* Monomolecular wire
Monomolecular wire is a type of wire consisting of a single strand of s ...
to braid. The Albright is relatively smooth and passes through guides when required. Some anglers coat the knot with a rubber based cement to make it even smoother and more secure.
As this is an angling bend, it is appropriate for use in fishing line such as monofilament, which is finer, more rigid, and more slippery than 'conventional' cords (e.g. braided rope or
paracord
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). Regular knots tied in such cord tend to behave unreliably; hence, one must take additional care when tying many
fishing
Fishing is the activity of trying to catch fish. Fish are often caught as wildlife from the natural environment, but may also be caught from stocked bodies of water such as ponds, canals, park wetlands and reservoirs. Fishing techniques inclu ...
and
surgical
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knots to prevent them from unraveling and
spilling. For the Albright special, it is important to wind the turns neatly around the loop of larger line and
dress
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the knot so that each turn sits tight.
For a more general-purpose bend to join more conventional lines of different diameters, see
sheet bend
The sheet bend (also known as becket bend, weaver's knot and weaver's hitch) is a bend. It is practical for joining lines of different diameter or rigidity.
It is quick and easy to tie, and is considered so essential it is the first knot given ...
(which, again, can be made more secure by
adding turns).
See also
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Sheet bend
The sheet bend (also known as becket bend, weaver's knot and weaver's hitch) is a bend. It is practical for joining lines of different diameter or rigidity.
It is quick and easy to tie, and is considered so essential it is the first knot given ...
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Surgical knot
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List of bend knots
This is a list of bends. A bend is a knot used to join two lengths of rope. They are used in a variety of situations, including climbing, sailing, and securing loads. Bend knots are classified based on their ability to be tightened or released, th ...
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List of knots
This list of knots includes many alternative names for common knots and lashings. Knot names have evolved over time, and there are many conflicting or confusing naming issues. The overhand knot, for example, is also known as the thumb knot. The ...
References
External links
Animated Albright knot video and Step by Step Procedure*
Fishing knots
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