Long Turks Head - 4 Bight x 21 Lead - How to Tie a Long Turks Head

[@KnottingKnots]

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[@mauricemason5095]

I hadn't tied this knot in a year & couldn't remember how. Since I wanted to do another knife handle with rawhide in this knot I was so glad when I found your video. It was even better than the other video that taught me the first time. I don't see how you could improve it. Thank you very much.

[@KnottingKnots]

@@mauricemason5095 Now that is the sort of comment I want on all my videos!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@arnegaratun8337]

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[@brokenthub19]

Your video is the most clear of all the Turk’s head videos I’ve watch.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks, what do you plan on using it for?

[@garymeers8201]

Best video on Turks Head braiding that I have ever seen. Thank you for the very clear directions.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! What are you planning on using this on?

[@sammoore9120]

I have watched a dozen or more videos on how to tie this knot. Yours is the first one which has not lost me. Thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

That is so good to hear! Are you able to 🎀 *Show Me Your Knot-Work* 🎀: bit.ly/yourknotwork would love to see it?

[@josephjetton273]

I really enjoy your videos. I once did this type of work as a young man in the Navy during the Vietnam war. I haven't done this since but would love to get started again. Thanks for doing these videos and sharing your talent.

[@donaldbrenno7096]

Thank you so much for your patience and excellent instruction. I have been trying to put a Turkshead on my walking stick for a while but I always got lost with other videos. Yours took me through to the end; my utmost appreciation. Don in Colorado

[@KnottingKnots]

This one can be a little tricky, I found that doing the 2 bight version, helped a lot in understanding the 4 bight version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqc Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@nixtrix86]

I've watched many videos, and looked at many step by step illustrations on TH knots. But, I just wasn't getting it. Your video just clicked, and I finally understand what I'm doing now. Thank you so much!

[@KnottingKnots]

............. and now, everything will be covered with a Turks Head 😉 😉 😉 Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@user-pn7wq9cl1g]

This video is the only one which takes the time to explain each step, even though it is a slightly repetitive pattern, while also acknowledging its repetitiveness. I am high-functioning autistic and I struggle to infer small steps or edge-cases when masters overlook them in tutorials, but quickly learn once I catch on to the overarching rules of the parent topic in play and how they're being applied and/or bent. This video was excellent from my perspective.

[@KnottingKnots]

I am glad that I was able to help you out G. I have to say that I do love this particular Turks Head. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@user-pn7wq9cl1g]

@@KnottingKnots I'm curious if you know any techniques capable of wrapping the intersection of a T-shaped item? I am currently working on a full-wrap for some steel tonfa batons and am not exactly sure how to decorate the point where the side-handle intersects to the rest of each baton.

[@KnottingKnots]

@@user-pn7wq9cl1g I wonder if you are looking for something like this: lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AM-JKLXA_7F30alXo9mFjXJY0TbMqOvnKRvMfXZRxa1pdY8jkZKdVwfbzznQPCJxbDAxVfRjpZHlVqOs4QtDFdPUrXgB-5c2UQptonVRssg9ErMEPPJffjQjrghTw1tGTeuSU-EUnjYxGIvOIp1v22H7J0Y4=w698-h900-no?authuser=0

[@KnottingKnots]

@@user-pn7wq9cl1g This is part 2: photos.google.com/share/AF1QipPPxKYg7G_GKbDnEna-WYLQnMrgYxA_v7QZx0fig_XR8UrL8uS374ik_eKSe8e1yw/photo/AF1QipNMeXxOv6l99e3SldieEHH6RLjFarooXOW6YQOn?key=WlRnUExVWkFhZDJSdFc2dS1sMG5zdmhYOXJVMmd3

[@finebourbon]

Thank you for two things in all your vids. #1 The dark brown background AND #2 using bright contrasting cordage. These, with your commentary, make it much easier to follow and learn. U dun good!

[@tesuji2000]

If, while the turns are loose enough, you push a bight through and use that to pull the rest of the working end through, the twists will be much less than using the needle. As the knot progresses this will be more difficult so using the needle will be easier but by then there is less to pull through and hence less twists . Really enjoyed these long turks head videos --- am continuing to work my way through all of you other vids, thanks

[@JuhoToukola-bn7jc]

I love the way you explain your process!

[@KnottingKnots]

You may also like some of these post on the Turks Head: igkt-solent.co.uk/?s=turks+head

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

This will be an excellent way to customize my father's walking stick. Especially liked the hint at the 20:00 mark on how to fix a trouble spot. Kept running into this error from a different method on tying a turks head knot. Would like a companion video for a 5 and 6 bight turks head know. Thanks for sharing.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! The problem with increasing the bights, is that it does become more complicated. It is probably best to make your own jig and follow a pattern. There is a link on this page to where you can use an online grid maker: igkt-solent.co.uk/turks-head-chart/ you are looking for a link called "advanced and simple knot grid"

[@michaelphoto325]

Great and easy presentation!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad you liked it! Do you plan on using it on something?

[@wesleylee4962]

Watched this video time and again as I don't have a regular need for this longer version. This is the least confusing example, (for me), to learn/follow. Thanks again.

[@KnottingKnots]

I actually started this channel, just so that I would be able to come back and refresh my memory on how to tie certain knots. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@wesleylee4962]

@@KnottingKnots Great Minds do run-alike!

[@th.burggraf7814]

There are a lot of people who put knottying videos online, but less than half a dozen stand out from this crowd. And you are one of them! You have a very personable way of explaining things and it is always fun to Watchers you tying. Thank you and best regards from Germany ...

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@djmj12714]

I keep coming back to this tutorial time and again for a refresher. I'm glad it's still here and you're still a knotter, vs. a nutter... 😅 Cheers m8! BTW... the cardboard roll that aluminum foil is rolled up on makes a great mandrel for tying these Turks Head knots on. It's stout enough to not get crushed when tightening the knot.

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks for your kind words. You may be interested in this blog post: igkt-solent.co.uk/make-your-own-turks-head-tool/ You will also find the formula for many different Turks Heads.

[@alisap.1802]

Best explanation of how to make a turks head knot I've seen to date. Thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

I am glad that you liked it! You would not believe how many takes it took, kept moving the work out of the cameras line of sight. Are you a knotter?

[@alisap.1802]

Johnny Debt I am new to paracord and have not been able to do a turks head knot after watching 4 other tutorials but I think this tutorial might get me there. I'll try later today.

[@KnottingKnots]

Maybe you should try this one, as it is a little easier. Then go onto the 4 bight Turks Head which starts the same and changes a little bit later: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbPiIKjhb6Be6M

[@alisap.1802]

Johnny Debt I will try that first.. Thank you.

[@djecpamba]

The first Turks head knot I ever tried was your two bight lanyard knot. Since then I have watched dozens of vids on turks head knots. I think it would have been instructive had you explained the expansion process, going from a two bight to a four bight knot, when you did the first over-over sequence. For me it has given me a better understanding of how the process works as opposed to simply following directions. All in all, a very good instructive video. Thanks Donald

[@KnottingKnots]

Hello Donald, many thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. I have to admit that I sometimes find it rather difficult to talk, tie a knot and also ensure that the work is visible to the camera. II think at some stage my Turks Head knot videos will be updated, to include comments left by other people. I assume that you are a decorative knotter?

[@djecpamba]

Hope my comment didn’t come across as critical. I started out wanting to wrap the walking stick I found in Yosemite 45 years ago and to my dismay/delight I discovered, to do it right, that it was not so simple. I’ve been learning, through videos and reading, to tie simple 2 bight knots and to expand to 4 & 6 bight knots as well as making longer Turks heads. There was a utuber, , knottactical, who stressed knowing how a knot flows vs simply following someone instructions. Similar to the “teach someone to fish” analogy. My focus is a combo of practical and decorative. Decorative only to the extent that I’m fascinated by THK’s. Next stop will be gaucho interweaves; I’m trying to learn something then build upon it. I don’t have the experience or the patience to video what I do, and I feel those of you who do take the time and effort to help others learn are owed a debt of gratitude. It annoys me when viewers nitpick and criticize with no view to being constructive in their comments. We are fortunate to have those of you out there who are willing to share your knowledge and skills. The upside for you, as I see it, is that in your efforts to teach you gain a better understanding. Hope you can continue to share as you learn. Donald

[@michaelgeelan79]

I made one of these a few years ago for a chest Becket and could not for the life of me remember how to do it again. It is a very well done video and the commentary is spot on. Thanks.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Glad you like it, do you have any pictures of your work that I can see?

[@michaelgeelan79]

This is the becket that I had made using the 4 bight turks head and some other assorted fancies....facebook.com/FiddlersGreenWoodcrafts/photos/a.407198406089960.1073741832.167578306718639/407198429423291/?type=3&theater. I will post the new ones one done.

[@KnottingKnots]

Some lovely craftsmanship. I have followed your page.

[@KBlaze13]

I've been looking for a clear, to the point, very well done video and you have done a tremendous job with this one. 2 Thumbs Up!!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks 😉 😉 😉 You may also like this blog post on tying different Turk's Head, there are also lots of Turk's Head Patterns to download: igkt-solent.co.uk/make-your-own-turks-head-tool/

[@CorwynGC]

I like that you describe what to look for, and find the next path. Many knotters just require memorization of over-under patterns.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@CorwynGC]

A small bit of both. I have recently acquired a sailboat, so I am scratching my knotting itch.

[@KnottingKnots]

Are you able to show me any of your work, as I do love to see other people knot-craft? You can drag and drop a photo here, please: goo.gl/mQgf8E

[@keithalanrichards4163]

Pretty nice instruction. I only had to rewind twice . Same spot, when you are at the bottom and turning up for the last pass. Right after your coffee sip. Anyway it went rather smooth for me I tied it within the time of the video. With the exception of the 2 rewinds. You didn't answer the questions in the comments so I figured you get to the length in the video. So not knowing that and wanting to tie with the video I started with only 12 feet and was only able to tie the one knot without doubling. Still very easy to follow. You taught me how to tie a Carrick Bend over a year ago when nobody else's video could. Rock on Johnny, rock on.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that it all worked out in the end. I plan to redo a few of the old videos, hopefully ironing out some of the issues. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@isabelhall]

Thank you for your very easy to follow video. I always had problems at the turns.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, the 4 bight version is just a tad more complicated than the 2 bight. What do you plan on using it on?

[@malachidashboard4748]

Best tutorial yet. You might add time lapse to your demonstration during the repetitive phases. I carve wooden spoon and scoops. Cheers.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for the tip! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@brianmorton8412]

It takes me back to my navy days I was a boatswain mate..I'm going to use the terks head knot on a pull up bar on my truck..thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

It is always good to hear that a particular knot is going to be put to use!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@GrizzWorks]

Easy to follow instructions, and I learned about the "always odd" rule! Thanks for your time!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. As for the odd number rule, I have since been told by one person that it is not true. Trouble is, I have been too lazy to test it. I assume that you are a decorative knotter?

[@cmoayves]

Enjoyed it because it is clear and simple. So helpful for a beginner.

[@KnottingKnots]

There is an even simpler version using s 2 bight Turks Head, maybe if you are just starting out, this is a good one to use? kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqc Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@cmoayves]

@@KnottingKnots , first I thank you for your response. I have been perusing the Ashley book of knots since 1980 when I bought a cheap softcover edition in an airport before boarding. For once, the trip on the plane was quite enjoyable. Since then, ABOK has served me well when I had horses and, of course when sailing. However, the turk's head has always been daunting. I recently occurred to me that, in the woods, nothing is pink and that if I tyed pink turk's heads on the handles of my tools, I might not be looking for them as much as I do presently. (Of course, to merely paint the handles is too simple). I decided to learn the art of the turk's head. To do it in style, I acquired a new hardcover edition of ABOK and haunted the internet where I found your channel. You must be thanked for all the work you put in these videos, all the knowledge you offer. I must add that I enjoy the candid ocomments.

[@KnottingKnots]

@@cmoayves I remember once hearing someone say "only a city boy uses camouflaged gear in the woods". I don't know if you know, but the 2 bight Turks Head makes a lovely knife lanyard: igkt-solent.co.uk/tie-bite-turks-head-lanyard-paracord/ You will also like this one, as it is pink 😉 😉 😉

[@XS1GOLIATH1]

I like it...why? Because its the best, instructions are crystal clear, what more could i ask for. Good job my brother.

[@KnottingKnots]

What do you plan on using this for?

[@XS1GOLIATH1]

@@KnottingKnots my Cree torch, knife, car bumper and Axe.

[@KnottingKnots]

@@XS1GOLIATH1 ah yes, once you learn it, everything need a Turks Head 😉 😉 😉

[@ronfiveo]

I love the simplicity of your step by step directions. Keep up the good work. Jessie's right about this looking good on a whip. Thanks for your tutorials. :)

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I have seen some of Jessie's work and she is a very skilled whip maker. I assume you also make whips, do you have any that I can view?

[@ronfiveo]

Johnny Debt I don't have a website or anything but you can see some on Facebook under Ron May. Right now I'm just making them for friends for cost.

[@ronfiveo]

I posted from my phone but don't know if it got through. You may see some from my Facebook page under Ron May. Right now I'm making them for friends at cost, more or less. I'm no where near the point that I would feel comfortable in selling commercially yet. But some day..... :)

[@KnottingKnots]

Ah, just seen some of your wonderful work!! I have sent you a friend request so that I can follow your work.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, got it ;-)

[@JPSIII]

I followed this for my tiller on my sailboat. Starting with 7 wraps around a 1 1/2 piece of electrical conduit. Took approximately 70 ft of 550 blue paracord to double up the Turks head - - my first tie ever - - - thanks for the excellent thorough instruction -- my middle strand will be grey so I will cut a 40 ft piece just to be safe

[@KnottingKnots]

Good to hear that you will have a smart tiller!!! I am guessing that there will be even more Turks Head coverings on your vessel in the future?

[@mauricebean5239]

Johnny... many thanks for your excellent steerage. I have been fascinated by knot tying all my life... and after 26 yrs in the RN I am keen to try my hand at these more intricate knots/hitches/bends. I am currently trying to cover the stave to my parasol that I use when I'm knot tying and this is invaluable. Keep up the great work.

[@KnottingKnots]

Hey Shippers, glad to see you here. When did you serve in the RN? I was 76 to 95, ex PO Stoker. Glad that you like the videos and also for taking the time to leave me a comment. Oh, no, a thought just crossed my mind, what if you were a WAFU? Just lie to me, or break it to me gently if you were!

[@mauricebean5239]

@@KnottingKnots Hello John... I was in the RN from 72 to 98, and no I wasn't a WAFU, I was an RP!

[@KnottingKnots]

@@mauricebean5239 According to the time-stamp, it took you 4 years to reply, were you nocking out the Z's in you bunk all that time? 😉 😉 😉

[@mauricebean5239]

@@KnottingKnots No John, remember... I was an RP - it was usually the clankies who were always racked up in their pits and could only be roused on hearing the pipe "Generator failure, generator failure"!!!!!😁😆

[@mvanikumari1264]

This Turks knot with two colour combination of parrot green and is looking most beautiful.i liked it very much.last two or three I am unable to follow but I found it is easy to follow.i will try once again.thank you very much for such a nice and most beautiful Turks knot.

[@KnottingKnots]

a pleasure, glad that you liked it.

[@wayneshufelt3393]

Just wanted to say thanks for this video tutorial. It was very clear and easy to follow. I have never tried this big a project before and I actually added 2 more turns. In all, it took approx. 40 ft of one color and 20 ft of another and I would say about 10+ hours to complete. This covers 10 inches of my walking stick. Overall it was fun and a bit of work to tight in it all up. Will stick to three turns next time. Wish there was a way to send a picture. Thanks again, good stuff. Wayne

[@codywhittaker5509]

I did absolutely every single step and it came out exactly the same thank you for taking the time to say each and every step

[@KnottingKnots]

Doesn't that now feel good?? If you do it a couple more times you will not forget it. This really is a great covering knot, and you can make it as long as you want. When you have completed something, please do let me see it?

[@davestraughan2883]

Really good, I have been wanting to to learn how to make a bell rope for a long time, this is the first I have found of great use to me, great explanations on the tutorial. Thank you .

[@KnottingKnots]

You may also find this link useful regarding bell ropes: igkt-solent.co.uk/category/bell-ropes/ There are a number of different posts that will show you how they are made and also finished results.

[@rs9892]

Hands down the best video of this knot anywhere on the web. My dad used to tie these but died before I was able to learn from him. Thanks for the clarity and simplicity of explanation. Don't change a thing. Lovely -

[@MonotonyTV]

Funny how knot tying takes you back in time and you think of old memories!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@arnegaratun8337]

I really like what you show, you explain it in a very nice way

[@christopherwong6174]

A very clear, understandable walkthrough for a difficult knot. Good Show!

[@KnottingKnots]

Funny you should comment on this one, was working on this actual TH yesterday. I am in the process of making a small black bell rope, which incorporates this TH.

[@henrinidaud5905]

Very clear and made simple

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it helped. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@KnottingKnots]

Forgot to ask, what will you do with it?

[@benporteranubisankh]

Seriously, one of the best tutorials for this knot! Thanks so much!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@duncanmckelvie4545]

Excellent. Very clear - and no irritating music!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@1Hossfly]

Wow, I must viewed 20 videos on Terkshead. This my friend is by far the "BEST". Because of this video I now can tie a terkshead knot. "THANK YOU".

[@somebodyelse50]

Did nine wraps on a few hatchet handles.... had to watch this and rewind a bazzillion times for each handle.... thanks very much for the video

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it helped! Glad to have helped out. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@saraanddean9511]

Great tutorial. Easy to see exactly what your doing! Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

What do you plan on covering with this TH?

[@RealMelodyBlue]

I love how you explain it in simple terms I can understand! So many others over complicate their tuts. Keep the tuts coming!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. I assume that you are a decorative knotter?

[@holyloktarw186]

Brilliantly done.

[@KnottingKnots]

Now you can cover everything with a long Turks Head. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@dereckrandell2458]

Great video, I'm going to attempt this on my walking stick. I was just wondering about the measurements you give at the end of the video, is there anyway I can calculate how much cord I will need for a 1 inch diameter walking stick and lets say by 3 inch length so I can multiply. Thanks 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@KnottingKnots]

I have a blog post that gives you a rough idea on how to calculate how much cordage to use when creating a Turks Head: igkt-solent.co.uk/turks-head-bights-leads-passes/ and 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 to you too 😉 😉 😉

[@dereckrandell2458]

@@KnottingKnots Just had a look at your site, very informative, the photos showing the difference between bytes, leads and passes made it all become clear. Thanks for your time in making these videos and I hope you haven't made me an addict.😁 Del

[@KnottingKnots]

@@dereckrandell2458 If you are on Facebook, you may also be interested in some of the groups listed in this blog post: igkt-solent.co.uk/facebook-groups-for-knotters/ If you do become and addict, I predict sore fingers and lots of frustration 😉 😉 😉

[@RealMelodyBlue]

Love how you explain everything in simple language thats easy to understand. Don't change anything!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks Melody, glad that you are getting something from these videos. Do you have any completed works that I can see?

[@JohnDay-d6v]

Spot on, many thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@davidheard3116]

Great Vid. just do the knot without the confusing theory, bights here leads there etc.!!! very easy to follow, thanks.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yep, there will be a non chat version coming shortly. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@CJsRopes]

Best explanation I have found!! Thank You!! .... and your dog ❤

[@KnottingKnots]

Sometimes people complain when they do not hear the dog or the clock chiming. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@SplitBean]

Your voice does not make me crazy. I am able to follow you. You are a very good teacher. Thank you so much. I have been wanting to try a longer knot. for my whips. Thank you so much :) I subbed you.

[@KnottingKnots]

Jessie, are you the person that does the whips? If so, I now live in fear as they are excellent quality!! I will have to up my game if I am going to do something that comes up to those standards. Thank for popping over and leaving a comment. It's the comments that help me to improve my channel.

[@SplitBean]

Johnny Debt yes, same person. I appreciate the videos. they help me be better too :)

[@lorenzowilliams1184]

Best tutorial ever.

[@KnottingKnots]

Are you able to show me any of your work, as I do love to see other peoples knot-craft or knotting solutions? You can drag and drop a photo here, please: bit.ly/yourknotwork

[@rachelriesscute4799]

Love this! I would love to see this done on something that needs to be tied on directly like a luggage handle. Thanks!

[@KnottingKnots]

Just imagine the the tube is your luggage handle. You may also be interested in the 2 bight version as it is slightly easier to do: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqcsi=uKyshLBR5JpKzZdL

[@caseyleenheer5203]

I found it very easy to follow. Great tutorial.

[@sambarmankennels7355]

Well explained and demonstrated. Very instructive.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@richardkinney9710]

Thank you for the detail instructions. This should give me something to do while at car shows.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! You may also be interested in the 2 bight version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqcsi=zmGScYAof6i0f-xj

[@jamesledbetter125]

Thanks so much for taking the time to explain this 4x12 lead knot. I have watched soooo many videos on this and yours is the best by far. the other videos are of really bad sound quality, not enough lighting, not showing close enough to see what going on. i made this knot first time around from your instruction.... woo hoo. also there was something you said about having UNEVEN amount of turns on the mandrel, I'm sure that little tid bit of information is very important ! It would explain why i kept screwing it up. Why it kept coming out wrong. Thanks again, i will be a subscriber with a thumbs up.

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks for you comment 😉 😉 😉 I now have to wonder what you will be decorating with this Turk's Head?

[@danilolacson-n7s]

Excellent instructions. Tnx

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! What do you plan on using it for?

[@hayesoneal3104]

Great video!!! I've been struggling with this knot and couldn't figure out why then I heard you mention the "always odd" rule. Untied what I had already done from watching a different video and started over with an odd amount of turns and breezed right through it. Thanks your video helped me figure out exactly how to tie this knot.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! I just love this one for covering hiking staff, just makes them look so much better. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@roberthoffman7130]

Learned something here...thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

and now everything that move will be covered with a TH?

[@johnbumbledore]

Glad you explained the why of you over and under patterns. Few videographers do that. I did however notice that while the knot you wove during the video was indeed a 4 bight by 21 lead turk's head, the finished green and red knot from the beginning and end was only a 4 by 17 turk's head. Well done overall with the explanation of the pattern and how and why it changes on each traverse up or down the mandrel. Enjoyed your narration and commentary.

[@KnottingKnots]

Well spotted, you are not the only one. I think what happened was that I tied the TH and then did the intro, untied it and ended up with less leads. In most cases these days I video tying the knot and then when complete do the intro. Less margin for error. Have I ever seen any of your work, would love to see?

[@VincentBrayshaw]

How do you get the lengths of the paracord worked out before actually doing the knot

[@KnottingKnots]

In this post you will see a guide on how to work out roughly the amount of cordage needed (about half way down) igkt-solent.co.uk/turks-head-bights-leads-passes/

[@VincentBrayshaw]

Thanks for your very detailed reply. I’m hoping to put a paracord grip on the walking staff for my grandson. It’s the first time I’ve ever done this so I’ll save this reply and use it for reference Thanks Vincent

[@KnottingKnots]

@@VincentBrayshaw I would say that there is an easier one to get started on, it is the same as the one above but with 2 bights rather than 4. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqcsi=aHLbo9-6vloar9j5

[@melissadumarce3037]

Thanks for the demo. You're easy to follow.

[@KnottingKnots]

............ and now, everything will be covered with a Turks Head!!! ;-)

[@stevent3781]

More paracord videos! Very good

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@charlieparsons420]

Very well done Thank you

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks, what do you plan on using it on?

[@dennisgilpatrick5460]

I greatly appreciate the clarity and concise nature of your instructions in this and all your other posts.

[@Delboyu2525]

Excellent tutorial. Very easy to follow.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it Derek. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@captainwhistling6586]

Hi Johnny!!! I m french and m'y english is really poor... instead i understood all you said in your videos.il t s wonderfull... i really like your intonation and energy and your explication are very clear... thank you à lot!!!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for your kind words. I do this quite deliberately, as I have one follower who is blind. He listens to the video with his granddaughter, who watches. She then corrects him, when he does it wrong!! Hopefully the Google translation works also - Je le fais très délibérément, car j'ai un disciple qui est aveugle. Il écoute la vidéo avec sa petite-fille, qui regarde. Elle le corrige alors, quand il le fait mal !!

[@captainwhistling6586]

Johnny Debt wow...😮 this man can do this without his eyes ?? I accord him all my respect!!! And you re a good person To do that for him... Greeting

[@KnottingKnots]

Cheers!!

[@captainwhistling6586]

Johnny Debt just a little question.. if i made at the beggining 4 cross, what turkish head knot i got?

[@KnottingKnots]

Just have a go and see what happens. Are you on Facebook, as there are a couple of groups that may interest you. I do know there are some French knotters in the group.

[@patrickforman9177]

Well explained and easy to follow

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@McArid]

hey, I am getting into leather braiding and turks heads are a thing there. you helped a lot to understand how it works. Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

The only time I have worked with leather, was to make a leather ditty bag. All cordage was hard lay cotton. I am sure that leather does make a lovely Turks Head wrap. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@drewdowns7044]

Definitely the best/easiest video to watch tying this knot! The accent helps too! Ha

[@LesDyer]

Many thanks! I liked it because you were able to show a hopeless case like me how to tie the Truks Head. Now my walking stick will have style. :)

[@KnottingKnots]

If you like covering knots for your hiking sticks, you may also like this one: igkt-solent.co.uk/zigzag-hitching/ there are also other covering knots on that site and also here on my KZbin Channel. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@MrRlt666]

Making progress. About 15 tries the first time I did this and only 2 the second time. I find a little masking tape helps a lot.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, also looking back on this, I think I need to make another video. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@conniewilliams3420]

I like your instruction. I found it easy to follow and understand. Thank you!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it. I am sure now you will be covering everything with a Turks Head? Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@bobbykeith7086]

Good visual explanation; I am having to knot on the actual walking stick due to irregularities in the handle.

[@KnottingKnots]

Oh bloody hell!!! That means that you have a 6ft plus staff flying around the room! I had a lot of close shaves with the china when I was doing one once. If you can, drag and drop me a photo here: bit.ly/yourknotwork

[@64Rosso]

well done! simple and clear, as always... I'll follow your method to make the slider for my my ditty bag lanyard 🙂

[@KnottingKnots]

I love a ditty bag, you may be interested in this: igkt-solent.co.uk/category/ditty-bags/

[@64Rosso]

@@KnottingKnots thank you!

[@1980thehammer]

Yep, sure do know what it's like working with long things!!🤣😂💪 brilliantly explained again. Could you explain why it needs to be odd numbers? Cheers mate!

[@KnottingKnots]

Since making the video, someone told me that it does not need to be odd numbers. I have never tested that out, as to this day I always do it with odd numbers. I guess I live in fear of getting it wrong, only to have to undo it all and start again! Give it a go a let me know? ;-)

[@1980thehammer]

@@KnottingKnots I live in fear myself! That's why I would not try it either! 😅

[@KnottingKnots]

@@1980thehammer I am not sure if this helps, but if you search for Turks Head Chart you should be able to find a chart that shows what bights and leads are possible and impossible.

[@1980thehammer]

@@KnottingKnots cheers for the info! I will try that out. I watched your video on bights, leads. Brilliant!!

[@bobbykeith7086]

I have just finished my long turk's head built on the walking stick. It was difficult but after 12 attempts, I got it. In your video, it would be helpful on the turn-arounds(change directions) to show where the cord is going before you turn the pipe around. This is where I got lost. I left you a pic where you requested.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, I was planning to do that. Are you able to show me any of your work, as I do love to see other peoples knot-craft or knotting solutions? You can drag and drop a photo here, please: bit.ly/yourknotwork

[@petefromoz7053]

Great video mate, I've made the long turk's head once off a diagram years ago when I was at sea. I think I'll give it another go. I love the way you explain the process. Thank you from Australia

[@KnottingKnots]

When you say at sea, what ship mate?

[@petefromoz7053]

I was a merchant seaman for 30 years, 12 years on cargo ships (bulk carriers, tankers container ships etc) and 18 years on supply boats taking cargo out to oil rigs

[@KnottingKnots]

@@petefromoz7053 Good to meet you Pete, I personally am ex RN. I have to say I would do it all again.

[@petefromoz7053]

@@KnottingKnots My old man was ex RAN and he was a LSQMG and he talked me into to joining the merchant navy. I miss it especially the blue water jobs. I got hooked on ropework early and learned many knots from diagrams. I loved making pilot ladders, wire splicing, sewing canvas bags and canvas covers using a palm and needle, various rope mats, monkey's fists, bell ropes etc. I always have rope and paracord close by to practice on.

[@MonotonyTV]

@@petefromoz7053 I am an old stoker and never really tied a knot during my whole naval career. It was only after many years that I go interested in knots. I started off learning decorative knots, then got sucked into practical knots. The main reason for this channel starting, was so that I could remember how to tie them.

[@lorenzowilliams6127]

Beautiful job. You explain it very well.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. I assume that you are a decorative knotter?

[@APBO3user]

Thank you for the video. I have never been able to do a turks head till now.

[@MonotonyTV]

You may also find some of these blog posts on the Turks Head useful: igkt-solent.co.uk/?s=turks+head&x=0&y=0

[@onslowkeeping7086]

Hello John I watch your weaving of the short and long Turks head. I watch you faithfully at least 3 to 4 hours every day when ever I get some slack time I am a retired MM and 81 + yrs old. I find that your explaining how to weave or tie is very fascinating and easing to follow. The weaving is super , but tying the Ten strand Mathew walker I can't seem to get the formation right. Honestly John l watch you day in and day out and sometimes the same one over and over and over. Keep up the great work and I love every minute of your programs. I would love to know how to get some of your working tools and knowledge. keep safe and stay healthy. All the best.

[@KnottingKnots]

I would recommend a copy of Des Pawson's Book, here is a link to a review of that book: igkt-solent.co.uk/knot-craft-rope-mats-book-review/ When it comes to tools, what country are you in, as I may be able to point you in the right direction?

[@Georg_Thorsen]

Thanks a lot! Learn you video, and make wrap on tomahawk - present for my old frend!

[@KnottingKnots]

There is nothing better than a receiving a gift like that. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@jerrylamontagne553]

I want to use leather cord to do the same thing on my walking. Want particular leather cord would you recommend

[@pwhite1157]

Very nice video. Good work.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@johnbalchin-cg1gy]

Hi having watched your video i am considering doing 3 colour turks head along a 15" copper pipe. Can i do it as one continuous turks head or better to do 3 shorter ones

[@KnottingKnots]

If memory serves me correctly you can make this one longer if you increase the initial turns by odd numbers. I would also like to suggest that you consider Coach Whipping this video by John should help with that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWWbYZZmj91sl7csi=J8bwjv4B0DL176-T

[@timmcdaniel7554]

Great project!

[@ChristianYri]

Love it. Great video 🤘🏻

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@ivanfalta5683]

The best explanation I've found, congratulations and thanks for sharing👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it, I also did a two bite version here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqc Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@eddiegoodman9267]

Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

What are you going to decorate with this one?

[@mikesmith4948]

Great video

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@anthonyrosato6052]

Thanks for the superb video. I am just learning about making these wraps and haven't gotten very far yet. Is it necessary to use a pipe section to weave the wrap? Can the wrap be made around the object (walking sticks that do not have perfect circular cross sections) directly? Thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, it can be made directly onto your walking stick. Sometimes I find it easier to make it on a pipe that is a larger diameter than your intended target. Just slide it off your pipe and then onto your stick. Then go round and gently tighten up until it is rock solid. You may find the 2 bight Turks Head a little easier to start with: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3ixoJemf7mXrqcsi=RyNIWVmdy7Uh1PwO

[@michaeldrouin3068]

Thank you, finally someone explains it in English.

[@alalineman1]

great video, I never knew the space bar would pause a video.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, that is a nice little trick, I often use it when watching something that is really complicated!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@MORGAN1001000]

Brilliant straight forward tutorial at last, thank you 😊

[@KnottingKnots]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am glad that you liked it. I love to see other peoples work, do you have any that I can view?

[@LeonASinner]

Such clear instructions, can you explain to me though where the extra two nights come from I've watched both your 2 bight and this one and I can see you do something different but I'm not sure what

[@LeonASinner]

For Pete's sake, as soon I wrote the comment it clicked on my head. I'll leave the comment, you deserve the praise.

[@laven111]

Very good video thanks

[@wesleyalee]

Nicely done, but the much needed detail/fact that "... the initial number of turns needed to be an odd number..." would have saved me many failed/confusing/frustrating attempts at longer versions of this knot. Again, Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

I thought that information was actually mentioned in the video. I have now pinned your post to the top, so as to help other viewers. I take it then you are a frustrated decorative knotter?

[@KnottingKnots]

You had me panicking, it does say in the description above and also mentions it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnbIgomrpdilZ8km33s. Phew, I feel better, but that does not cure your frustration ;-)

[@MabelTyingTuts]

wesleyalee You can use any number of turns. It doesn't need to be an odd number.

[@raymondlilley8037]

Looks great

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks!