Some variants can be arranged into a roughly spherical shape, akin to a monkey's fist knot.

Different types of Turk's head knots are classified according to the number of leads and bights, as well as the method of construction.

There are three general groupings of Turk's head knots: The number of bights determines the shape found at the center.

[2] A two lead, three bight Turk's head is also a trefoil knot if the ends are joined together.

The Gilwell Woggle is worn by Scout Leaders who complete training courses to be awarded the Wood Badge insignia.