How to Tie a Grinner Knot : The Best Way

Grinner Knot Essentials:

The Grinner Knot is a widely used and very reliable knot and one that is extremely useful in a wide variety of fishing situations. It is also known as the Uni-Knot.

A very reliable knot, the Grinner should be used if possible in preference to a half blood knot for attaching hooks, swivels and terminal tackle.

The Grinner can be used on a wide range of line diameters and maintains a high percentage of the lines strength. This knot is recommended for monofilament and is not recommended for braided lines.

Make sure that once you make enough turns on each side at least 5 to ensure it works effectively.

When to use the Grinner knot when fishing

  • Attaching eyed hooks
  • Connecting swivels and rings
  • Adding terminal tackle items
  • Best used with nylon monofilament and Fluorocarbon.
  • Not recommended for braided lines

A Step by Step Guide to tie a Grinner Knot

Step 1:

To tie a Grinner knot take your line and thread it through the eye of the hook or swivel and Make a loop by retuning the tag end back over the mainline.

How to Tie a Grinner Knot -Step 1

Step 2:

Now make five or six turns around the mainline and through the loop.

How to Tie a Grinner Knot -Step 2

Step 3:

Bring the tag end out parallel with the mainline.

Moisten the knot and gently bring the turns down neatly.

How to Tie a Grinner Knot -Step 3

Step 4:

Gently draw the knot down to the eye of the hook or swivel and trim the tag end.

How to Tie a Grinner Knot -Step 4

Watch the video of how to tie a Grinner Knot

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