Similar to the constrictor knot, it also features an overhand knot under a riding turn.

A visible difference is that the ends emerge at the outside edges, rather than between the turns as for a constrictor.

The strangle knot starts with a round turn and the end is stuck under two parts.

If required, a loop may be stuck instead of the end, which makes a slipped knot that is one of the best for tying up sacks and meal bags.

With one or two additional turns the strangle knot makes an excellent temporary whipping for the end of a rope.This knot-related article is a stub.