Knots - Hitches - Constrictor Hitch
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How to tie a Constrictor Hitch
![Constrictor Hitch Constrictor Hitch](../img/knots_clovehitch_010.jpg)
Repeat the first few steps of a Clove Hitch as normal.
![Constrictor Hitch Constrictor Hitch](../img/knots_clovehitch_011.jpg)
Do not pull the knot tight yet. Pass the working end (green end) over the top of the first turn.
![Constrictor Hitch Constrictor Hitch](../img/knots_clovehitch_012.jpg)
![Constrictor Hitch Constrictor Hitch](../img/knots_clovehitch_013.jpg)
Now pass the working end under the first turn as shown. Pull the end through.
![Constrictor Hitch Constrictor Hitch](../img/knots_clovehitch_014.jpg)
Pull on the working end (green end) and the standing part (long end of the rope) to tighten the knot.
Buntline Hitch | Clinch Knot | Clove Hitch | Constrictor Hitch | Cow Hitch | Figure of 8 Hitch | Fisherman's Bend | Killick Hitch | Klemheist Knot |
Marlinspike Hitch | Pedigree Cow Hitch | Pile Hitch | Prusik Knot | Rolling Hitch | Round Turn and 2 Half Hitches | Sheepshank | Timber Hitch | Waggoner's Hitch |