In this video, Casey explains how to tie a CATS PAW KNOT.
Introduction
Good day guys, Casey here from Lured In Fishing.
Today I’d like to show you a really simple connection for attaching a loop of nylon to a piece of dacron or a braided loop—especially when using a wind-on leader.
This knot, called the Cat’s Paw, is perfect for connecting your doubled line to your dacron loop.
Step 1 – Join the Loops
- Take your loop of nylon and pass it through your loop of dacron.
- Pull through the remainder of your dacron line (or your wind-on leader if attached).
- Pull it down slightly to create space for the next step.
Step 2 – First Pass
- Take the nylon loop and pass it back through the dacron loop.
- Insert two fingers into the nylon loop to hold it open.
- Pull the dacron line through the nylon loop.
Step 3 – Second Pass
- Repeat the same process:
- Pass the nylon loop back through the dacron loop.
- Hold the nylon loop open with two fingers.
- Pull the dacron line through.
Step 4 – Third Pass
- Repeat the process a third and final time:
- Pass the nylon loop back through the dacron loop.
- Hold open with two fingers.
- Pull the dacron line through.
Step 5 – Tighten the Knot
- Make sure both loops are even with no slack on either side.
- Lubricate the knot to reduce friction.
- Pull everything together gently, then snug it down firmly to form the Cat’s Paw.
Final Result
You now have a strong, reliable Cat’s Paw knot—ideal for connecting a dacron loop or wind-on leader to a doubled nylon line. move naturally and helps prevent bibbed lures from veering to one side.
If you missed the HowTo B2B uni knot video see below