How to Tie a Hunting Stock

Tying a Stock
 
 
Tying a Stock

1. Place the tie round the neck with the long end passing through the slot. Secure it to the shirt by the front button.

Tying a Stock

2. Tie a square knot. Take the left end & place it over the shoulder.

Tying a Stock

3. Take the right end and pass it through the fold.

 
 
Tying a Stock

4.Tighten to leave a smooth looking knot.

Tying a Stock

5. Cross the ends as illustrated and hold with the second finger of the right hand.

Tying a Stock

6. Secure at this Point with a plain tiepin. This must lie straight after having secured both ends into the knot.

 
 

Most importantly, tying a hunting stock should not be rushed. Always leave yourself plenty of time to do it.

“A well-tied tie is the first serious step in life.”
Oscar Wilde (A Woman of No Importance)