A strong knot used to tie lines together that have a different diameter. The Albright Special can pass through rod guides when required. Some fly fishers coat the knot to make it even smoother and more secure.

Step 1

Make a loop

Start with the piece with the largest diameter, and make a loop. Take the other piece and put it through the loop.

Step 2

Make multiple wraps

Wrap the line around at least 6 times, while holding the first wrap.

Step 3

Wrap around the loop

After the last wrap, wrap the line around the loop itself.

Step 4

Tighten and cut off excess

Pull to tighten everything up, and then cut off any excess on both lines. You can optionally coat the knot and all the wraps to make it even smoother and more secure.