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I have made this knot 100 times and can tie it in a few minutes, including the bimini.

How to make SIG knot

I have destructively tested it dozens of times but the braid before the Bimini or the Leader always breaks before the knot.

I use a double overhand knot as the stop knot instead of the two turn uni so that all tags and lines run parallel to the main line.

The knot is tiny and stands up to frequent casting because the leader tag end points to the reel. (Unlike an Albright or Reverse Albright where the leader tag-end goes out through the guides first.)

The SIG looks nutty but really works. It takes practice but is very strong. Using 50# braid and 50# fluoro, I regularly pick up 40-45 pounds of weight.

Since Japan Tackle is the only place I can find instructions for this knot, if anyone is really interested I will take photos of how I tie the stop knot.

Attached is a photo of the SIG after bring 2 BFT to the boat after a combined 3 hr fight.