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Palomar Knot

Line to hook, swivel or lure eye.

Last reviewed 26 September 2026 · Editorial policy

At a glance

What this knot is for

Joins
Line to hook, swivel or lure eye
Line types
Braid, monofilament and fluorocarbon alike. One of the few knots that works reliably across all three.

Reach for it when

  • Braid to hook or swivel connections
  • Anyone who wants one simple, strong all-round knot
Method

How to tie the palomar knot

  1. 1Double about 15cm of line and pass the doubled loop through the eye.
  2. 2Tie a simple overhand knot in the doubled line, letting the eye hang loose in the middle of it — do not tighten yet.
  3. 3Pass the loop at the end of the doubled line over the entire hook, swivel or lure.
  4. 4Moisten the knot, then pull the standing line and tag end evenly to draw the overhand knot down.
  5. 5Pull steadily until the knot seats tightly against the eye, then trim the tag end.
Palomar KnotPhoto: Wikimedia Commons

Work on a flat surface with enough line in your hand to pull the knot down firmly, and check the wraps sit neatly before you trim anything away.

Why it works

  • Consistently one of the stronger and most reliable connections for both braid and mono
  • Very simple to tie in poor light or cold hands once learned

Where it lets you down

  • The doubled line must pass fully over large lures or trebles, which can be awkward with bulky hooks
  • Fine wire hooks can be weakened if the doubled line is drawn down unevenly
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Alternatives

Knots that do a similar job

Improved Clinch Knot →Uni Knot →
Used in

Fishing methods that use this knot

Jig Fishing →Drop Shot →Texas Rig →Spinning with Lures →
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More knots worth learning

Improved Clinch Knot →Uni Knot →Double Uni Knot →Blood Knot →Surgeon's Knot →Surgeon's Loop →Figure-of-Eight Loop →Perfection Loop →
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Some waters restrict tackle or methods — barbless hooks, lead sinkers, certain rigs and line types. Confirm the rules of the water you are fishing before you use any rig or knot.