Tying a non-slip knot on a nylon classic banjo string.

Using a simple "granny knot" to produce a hoop on the end of a nylon classic banjo string. This type of hoop is used on tailpieces with pegs or hooks to hold the string.

[@Jarrahnut]

I have just purchased a banjo. I'm an old fellow, a complete novice, I haven't got a clue! .. and I've just got hold of a set of classic Nylgut strings (via eBay). You can perhaps imagine my horror, when I opened the packet ... no loops!! So ... just a few minutes ago, I stumbled on your wonderful video. Thank you so much! You've explained the process so very simply. You are a splendid chap! By the way, I was born in Watford during WW11. I have been living in Western Australia since 1969. I will have to look for more of your banjo video advice. Thanks again. Oh! I like your t-shirt. Cheers!

[@robertperry6134]

Excellent, I would advocate wetting the nylon as you tighten the knot - fisherman trick!

[@jeetray11]

They say 'Simple is the ultimate sophistication' and this video is yet another proof of it. I am going to try putting some nylgut on my 5-string steel string banjo. I will use your method. You are a god-send.

[@guitjolin]

Try a perfection loop. Best knot I've ever leaned for so many applications.

[@MattCookOregon]

Awesome! This is just what I needed. Trying it now...

[@Mrtpberry]

Thanks! Going to purchase my strings today!!!

[@ArtyoneT]

Works really well. Thank you.

[@bjornekbjornek]

I'm just about to buy a set of nylons for my banjo as I'm trying to get a more mellow sound. Stumbling upon your post here was perfect. Thanks!

[@kirkchapman436]

Worked on my Recording King with Presto tailpiece. Thanks! Now to file my bridge for my first nylgut set...

[@guywolff]

I sing the shanty "Can you tie a Bowlin a Bowlin HO " Evrytime I do a set .. this is way too easy ! Thanks for the heads up .. I love playing with Nygut strings .If you are playing in the north say a big hello to John Yeoman and my old frend Bill Sables both in Yorkshire !

[@countjockula]

I endorse this profanity-free method! :o)

[@monellerichmond7208]

Very useful. Thank you!

[@bernhardnizynski4403]

Just so simple!

[@Auriga37]

Thank you!

[@ukebox00oftheworld63]

Nice one 😊same principle for a banjolele?

[@Matersoup]

brilliant.

[@DavidLee-hj2sw]

Brilliant Thanks

[@martinharvey249]

Thanks for this.

[@slideroolz]

What is the tailpiece you show? Thanks

[@joeycovington4681]

Thanks!

[@jeffreyrainey1015]

Forgive me if you've mentioned this before in passing, but where in the U.K. are you from? I love your accent.

[@tomphillips6743]

thanks!