Improved Clinch Knot vs. Fish N Fool Knot

Just how do the Improved Clinch Knot and the Fish N Fool 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 Improved Clinch Knot Efficiency Fish N Fool Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 107.5% 136.9% Fish N Fool Knot
Fluorocarbon 93.4% 101.4% Fish N Fool Knot
Braid 51.6% 138.9% Fish N Fool Knot
Average 84.1% 125.7% Fish N Fool Knot

Winner: Fish N Fool Knot

For a comprehensive comparison of fishing knots, check out the Fishing Knot Strength Chart to see how the Improved Clinch Knot and the Fish N Fool Knot fare against all other knots.