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in figs. I and 2 in an enlarged form. Fig. 3 is a fac- 

 simile of the actual knot when finished, as tied with 

 fine gut. 



Knot for Fastening Reel Lines to Casting- 

 Lines, &c. 



An engraving of the simplest knot for this 

 purpose is annexed, and the mode of tying it 

 will probably be better understood from the 

 diagram than from a verbal description. In 

 the case of stiff or dressed lines the small ter- 

 minal knot on the reel line can be omitted 

 with perfect safety. This knot has the ad- 

 vantage of being both tied and untied with 

 great ease and rapidity. 



Varnishes. 



Green Varnish. — A most convenient and durable var- 

 nish, for colouring leads used in all kinds of fishing is 

 made from powdered dark-green sealing-wax dissolved 

 in spirits of wine, or, better, in some of the spirit var- 

 nish for which the receipt is given below. This varnish 

 dries quickly. 



Rod and Tackle Varnish. — As a good varnish for rods, 

 and generally for varnishing lappings of hooks, &c., the 

 following, used and commonly supplied for the purpose 



