How to Tie a Palomar Knot Step by Step

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Written Instructions — Palomar Knot

Double the line Fold 6 inches of line back on itself to create a doubled loop.
Pass through eye Thread the doubled loop through the hook eye from front to back. Pull a few inches through.
Tie an overhand knot With the doubled line, tie a simple overhand knot. Leave it loose — the hook should dangle below freely.
Pass hook through loop Take the entire hook and pass it upward through the doubled loop.
Wet and tighten Moisten with saliva. Pull the main line to slide the overhand knot down and seat it against the eye. Trim tag end.

Always wet the knot before pulling tight — dry tightening generates heat that weakens monofilament.
Works on braided line without modification — one reason it's a universal go-to knot.
If the hook eye is too small to pass a doubled loop through, use the Improved Clinch instead.
For larger lures, double the line and thread it through twice before tying the overhand knot.