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 From looking at this knot (which is pretty cool!), it looks like 
tightening the knot loosens the loop.  I like my objects tied on 
pretty tight to the bolt snap, so this one wouldn't work well.

erik tesnau wrote:
~
>A barrel knot works well with cave line.
>
>You can tie two individual loops if you like redundant attachment points.
>
>Barrel knots are very secure and next to impossible to untie after being
>loaded.  This is a slick looking knot - your buddies will admire you, the
>ladies will swoon, you'll have that knowing look ;~)
>
>Beware, you need three hands to tie it. Not for the dexterously challenged.
>Very difficult to tie small loops with it, but it can be done, with
>patience...
>
>
>Erik
>sumpcaver@at*.ne*
>
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