Tom fool's knot
| Tom fool's knot | |
|---|---|
| Names | Tom fool's knot, Tom fool knot, Conjurer's knot, Bow knot |
| Category | Trick |
| Related | Handcuff knot, Sheepshank, Fireman's chair knot |
| ABoK | #1141, #2290, #2291, #2534 |
The Tom fool's knot, also called the conjurer's knot or bow knot, is sometimes considered a handcuff knot but is somewhat inferior for this purpose to the knot which usually bears that name.: 208 It is a good knot with which to commence a slightly fancy sheepshank.: 210 It is also used as a trick knot due to the speed with which it can be made.: 406