Burke Knot vs. Eugene Bend Knot

Just how do the Burke Knot and the Eugene Bend Knot stack up against each other? Here are the knot strength efficiency numbers for each knot as tested on monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braided fishing lines.

Line Type Burke Knot Efficiency Eugene Bend Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.8% 118.5% Burke Knot
Fluorocarbon 109.9% 97.6% Burke Knot
Braid 133.0% 112.1% Burke Knot
Average 123.9% 109.4% Burke Knot

Winner: Burke Knot

For a comprehensive comparison of fishing knots, check out the Fishing Knot Strength Chart to see how the Burke Knot and the Eugene Bend Knot fare against all other knots.