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Effect

Quick Release Double Knot

Harlan Tarbell · The Tarbell Course, 1926

Time
2 min read + 10 min practice
Materials
In the library
Prerequisites
None

This is a real double knot, but you easily make it into a slip knot which can be released quickly.

Performer ties the ends of two handkerchiefs together in a double knot. At his will, the knot unties quickly.

How it is done

The method, 6 drawings and all it needs, inside the library.

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