Knots and Rope: Figure 8 Bend (Flemish Bend)

A figure 8 bend is a convenient way to attach two ropes together, but it does have some drawbacks. The figure eight bend is also called a flemish bend, a double figure eight bend, and a rewoven figure eight bend.
This is video 6 in the knots and rope series: Figure 8 Bend
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[@fitdoc565]

Indeed, the flat overhand knot is much more preferable than the last knot you showed for joining two ropes.

[@koori049]

i use the death knot on my floss in the morning. it doesn't hold real well but no lives hang in the balance and its quick

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koori049 Thanks- sounds like dental floss might actually be a good use for the death knot

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Third!