Mark, the videos you might be looking for are Bob Taylor Hand Wrapping 1, 2 and 3 on vimeo.

There's a couple of previous topics on here with links to the videos and discussion. In those threads people mention that what Bob is doing looks similar to the Rizzuto knot.

The Rizzuto looks like similar to the back serving knot.

The two previous posts are:

Finish a wrap without a thread loop?
and
Tying-off a Thread Wrap WITHOUT a Pull-Through Loop.

They both pop up with a search on here using the term Rizzuto.

Hope that's what you were looking for.

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Looks like a snelling or whip finishing technique to me.



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Ray - Yes, the BobTaylor Hand Wrapping videos are the ones I remember, and most probably the ones Mark is referring to. The back serving knot and the Rezzuto finish knot are exactly the same thing, just different names. It is the finish knot that Bob Taylor is using. It does exactly the same thing as using a tie off loop for ending a rod wrap. I think using a tie off loop would be faster and easier. In any case these finish knots don’t eliminate the tag bulge. Burnish the best you can and don’t let it bother you.
Norm

Mark, 1st time I was ever referred to as a "respected" rodbuilder! Lol, Thx

Thanks to Ray Morrison for being the first to locate the video that I was looking for. Thanks also to Ross Pearson for saving me the trouble of posting a link. Apparently, the demonstrator’s name is Bob Taylor; he certainly has a knack for dazzling onlookers! Also which may be apparent, is that most who are involved with rod building are not involved with building archery equipment; Bob’s technique for tying-off a thread wrap is also used for “serving?” a bowstring. Nonetheless, it is a very interesting and viable technique which can also be applied to ending a thread wrap.
As for the applicability for rod building, it MAY require more time than the popular, time-tested pull-through loop (which is also used in lieu of the BSK in archery). Bob Taylor is so comfortable and experienced using a BSK when tying-off a wrap that only an effortless 5 - 10 seconds are required. Admittedly, I fumble a bit with the process. Also noticed is that Bob wraps TOTALLY BY HAND = no rod supports or thread tensioners of any kind. This leaves and allows the loose thread spool to be manipulated during his tie-off procedure whereas most of us have the thread spools secured in a tensioner of sorts and / or rod supports (AKA the Norman Miller wrapping approach?).
The funny thing is that I replied to one of those “Rizzuto” topics over 3.5 years ago on this site; it must have been where I was introduced to these looples tie-offs. This site is truly amazing!!!
Even though I doubt that many (anyone?) will throw away their pull-through loops in favor of the BSK method, it is nonetheless an interesting and educational deviation from the status quo. I hope everyone will at least view the video, if for nothing more than information’s sake. Hopefully, we all remain here to learn.
Furthermore, I got to pay Ray $50.00 for being the first to (re)locate the video as promised; no matter if it was considered a brain-storm or brain-flatulence. Ray, thanks again and contact me via my personal email.

Mark Talmo
FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE.

Mark, if you tie the FG knot for connecting braid to a leader, you have probably seen and possibly used the Rizzuto knot to finish the FG knot. I use it all the time when tying the FG knot. The end result is the same as whip finishing a fly, which I do using my fingers rather than a tool.
Norm



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When I teach Flemish bowstring making that's rhe way we end the center serving. I swear the students to secrecy to add a bit of humor to a somewat boring procedure.

Gry Taylor
Lucerne Valley, CA

Looks to me like the Rizzuto knot is simply multiple passes of the tag end throgh an overhand knot loop. I use two overhand knots to finish my Alberto knots and have never had one unravel. The logic is that getting a tight wind knot out of braid is almost impossible, so having a tightly set overhand knot is too. The problem with the Rizzuto for braid is that it's so limp that it's hard for me to keep the loop open for multiple passes through it. Easier to just use two tightly set overhand knots.

I think if one uses the Forhan locking loops on single foot guides there is an opportunity to lock the thread without having a bulge, but I've yet to try it. Will do soon. If it works out it would be a lot quicker and simpler than the Rizzuto/serving knot.

I have never had a person look at one of my rods and ask "What is that bulge?"

Mark

You don't owe me anything.

I consider my finding the videos just a small repayment for all of your posts and everyone else's posts that have helped me, who builds limited rods as a hobby.

That's one of the great things about this site is all of the people willing to help each other.

Ray

Thanks for the replies.
Norman,
I use a FG knot for ALL my braid-to-leader connections; however I learned to use 2 half hitches to end the knot. Even though I have never had one of my FGs fail, I may experiment with the Rizzuto.
Guy,
You are one of the exceptions to my earlier statement “...most who are involved with rod building are not involved with building archery equipment”. I hope you took no offense.
Michael,
Nore have I had someone inquire or complain about "What is that bulge?" It is just unsightly to me; but it does draw attention to perfectly aligned starting and stopping points of multiple thread inlays.
Ray,
Your declining compensation is acknowledged and appreciated. Just remember that I owe you one! Thanks yet again.
While most of us (except Norman) might consider wrapping a rod by twisting it on our lap with one hand while cupping and feeding the spool of thread in the other to be awkward and difficult, I think it might actually benefit Bob Taylor’s loopless tie-off method. Additionally, he was working rather close to the end of the blank which made “reverse wrapping” those few rotations easier. Nonetheless, the BSK / Rizzuto / Bob Taylor method is quite interesting, intriguing, with a hint of magic. Now if there was just a way to conceal the tag end under the wrap, as with inserting an early pull-through loop…

Mark Talmo
FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE.

Mark, no offence taken. I consider your statement mostly true. I had a small business making and selling custom wood arrows for traditional archers, longbows and recurves. In fact, before I got a cresting lathe to turn the arrow shaft while paint was applied, I used my rod wrapping jig to do relatively simple thread art using metallic thread instead of paint.

Guy Taylor
Lucerne Valley, CA

Man that Bob Taylor vid was so fluid I literally ooed at how smooth and effective that was. I don't know if bulge makes that much of a difference, but that wrap was impressively low profile and looked solid. Even just his demeanor and craftsmanship demanded a certain appreciation and respect - it looked like breathing for him haha.

Guy,
If you are ever in the eastern LA area (I 605 / I 10), feel free to stop by and say hi. There do not seem to be as many rod builders here in SoCal as other parts of the country. I would have private emailed you but your address is hidden.
El,
I certainly agree that Bob makes it look quite effortless; that is why I thought it might be a viable alternative to a pull-through loop. But as stated, although I can do it, it’s not as easy for me; I want to be just like Bob when I grow up!

Mark Talmo
FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE.