asemery
07-23-2018, 12:25 PM
Simple monkey fist jig
Wrapping the cord your fingers is an easy way to make a monkey fist. The drawback is that there is a lot of excess cordage that slows the tightening process
I prefer to use a simple bit of coat hanger wire bent to accommodate the core you are using
https://i.imgur.com/IJlIFwm.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/9A0OpGv.jpg
Here is how I use the jig
monkey fist jig (https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Monkey-Fist-Jig/)
Wrapping the cord your fingers is an easy way to make a monkey fist. The drawback is that there is a lot of excess cordage that slows the tightening process
I prefer to use a simple bit of coat hanger wire bent to accommodate the core you are using
https://i.imgur.com/IJlIFwm.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/9A0OpGv.jpg
Here is how I use the jig
monkey fist jig (https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Monkey-Fist-Jig/)