Falconer's knot

Falconer's knot
CategoryHitch
RelatedHalter hitch
ReleasingNon-jamming
Typical useFalconry

The falconer's knot is a knot used in falconry to tether a bird of prey to a perch. Some sources show this knot to be identical to the halter hitch, but with a specific method of single-handed tying needed when the other hand is occupied holding the bird, which makes this knot very useful.

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