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How to Tie a Tie (Pratt or Shelby Knot)

THE PRATT (SHELBY) KNOT

Wide, a full polished knot best suited for spread collar shirts.

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 01

Start with the tie inside out, The wide end "A" under the narrow end "B".

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 02

Take wide end "A" over and under narrow end "B".

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 03

Pull the loop down and tighten.

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 04

Take wide end "A" over to the left.

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 05

Pull wide end "A" up, behind the loop.

How To Tie A Pratt Or Shelby Knot

Step 06

Bring wide end "A" through the knot and gently tighten. The tip of "A" should touch your belt buckle.

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