Quick Snell Knot - The Fisherman

Quick Snell Knot

Quick Snell Knot

Snelling a hook assures it will be attached firmly – and perfectly aligned – to the main line. This knot is exceptionally strong and, because it rarely ever slips or fails, many anglers favor it when targeting large or powerful fish.

1
With a 24-inch piece of line, form a large loop and pass end through eyelet of hook.

2
Coil the forward end of the loop around the standing line and the shank of the hook. Pull the forward line to cinch the coils and tighten.

3
Completed Quick Snell Knot.