To start the New Year, my resolution is to spread the word about some misinformation.
In some detailed instructions and videos very skilled tyers will say they use a "double half hitch" where the thread is wrapped around a half hitch tool for several turns. He then contends that this results in a Whip Finish. This is NOT true. I challenge everyone to prove it for themselves by trying it with a piece of heavy cord. HAPPY NEW YEAR !