How to Tie the Murrell Knot

About the Murrell Knot

Invented by Brent Murrell in 1995, the Murrell is an inversion of a classic Windsor knot. In its completed form, the tail end lays in front of the large end creating a playful layered look. The knot produced by the Murrell is triangular, small, surprisingly wide. Turn convention on its head with this unique and flippant knot.

KNOT SIZE 1/5

SYMMETRY 5/5

DIFFICULTY 3/5

NERD FACTOR 3/5

SELF-RELEASING

The Murrell Knot Tying Instructions

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Murrell Knot Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

STEP 1

Start with the small end of the tie on the right and the wide end on the left. The tip of the wide end should rest slightly below your belly-button (this will vary depending on your height and the length & thickness of your tie). Only move the active (small) end.

Step 2

STEP 2

Small end over the wide end to the left.

Step 3

STEP 3

Up into the neck loop from underneath.

Step 4

STEP 4

Down to the left.

Step 5

STEP 5

Around the back of the wide end to the right.

Step 6

STEP 6

Up to the center, towards neck loop.

Step 7

STEP 7

Through the neck loop and down to the right.

Step 8

STEP 8

Across the front to the left.

Step 9

STEP 9

Up into the neck loop from underneath.

Step 10

STEP 10

Down through the loop you've just created in the front.

Step 11

STEP 11

Tighten the knot by pulling down on the small end. Slide the knot up & adjust.

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