Snell's Knot (Traditional)

The Snell's Knot is one of the oldest fishing knots and provides a reliable connection that maintains the strength of the fishing line. It is one of the strongest knotting techniques you can use to tie your needles directly to the leader or tippet line. When done correctly it becomes an almost unbreakable knot. It can be easily done with a little practice. It is the best knotting technique to learn how to tie needles to the fishing line (body). Can be made with braided, monofilament (including heavy mono) and fluorocarbon threads.

Steps for tying a traditional Snell Knot

The Snell line knot was originally invented for use with eyeless hooks, but today it is also commonly used with eyed, spade tip, EWG, offset, octopus, treble and other hook types.

• The Snell Knot aligns the rod or leader with the shank of the hook.

• Uni knot using node also in uni version You can do (Uni Snell knot).

• Can be used for offshore connections with live bait.

• You can tie it with rope or with heavy leaders.

• There is no need to provide additional support with adhesive.

How to Tie a Snell Knot?

1. Pull the line through the hook hole and down the body of the hook. Create a loop under the hook with the rope.

2. Wrap the loop around the hook 6-8 times. Hold each wrap in place and make the next wrap.

3. Moisten and pull both ends to tighten the knot and cut the end.

Snell Knot Alternatives

• Orvis Knot

• Single Nodes

• Trilene Knotleri

• Jansik Special

• Pitzen Knot

Snell Knot Variations

Double Snell knot- A double Snell rig is made by tying 2 Snell knots to 2 hooks.

Sliding Snell knot – This is done by tying the second wraps along the standing part of the rope and another rope carrying another Snelled hook. It helps adjust the distance between two hooks.

Egg Loop knot - A modification of the Snell knot in which wraps are made before passing the end of the rope through the eye a second time.

Improved (new) Snell nodes – More reliable.

Nail Snell knots – Uses nail knots

Snell Knot Advantages

• It is a simple knot. It is considered the strongest hook-to-line attachment due to its ability to distribute friction evenly throughout the system.

• Does not slip or come loose easily.

• It's done quickly.

Snell Knot Disadvantages

• Learning is difficult. It requires a lot of practice.

• Sharp-toothed fish can also break.