# Perfect Knot Picking Tool
**URL:** https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830
**Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance
**Created:** [October 16, 2024, 9:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830 "2024-10-16T21:09:47Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
**Page:** 1
### Author:  [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 9:09pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/1 "2024-10-16T21:09:47Z")
I have one of these in my toolbox for its intended use, but the other day it dawned on me that this would be perfect for picking axle knots and not destroying anno, and I’ll be dipped, I was right. It’s SUPER handy having the hook to dig right into the knot. They are available all over, not just from the jungle warehouse
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### Author:  [@KirbyRobot](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/KirbyRobot)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 9:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/2 "2024-10-16T21:28:54Z")
a 0.5mm tip mechanical pencil also works great 🙂
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### Author:  [@rkalajian](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/rkalajian)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 10:28pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/3 "2024-10-16T22:28:19Z")
I use the plastic pick from my Swiss Army Knife.
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### Author:  [@Lido](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Lido)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:03pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/4 "2024-10-16T23:03:56Z")
Those look great. How strong are they? I always seems to have axle knots that bend or break anything plastic. [Stringbuddyseth](https://www.instagram.com/stringbuddyseth/) designed something really nice that won’t bend and though I guess it could scratch ano, he rounds the point off to reduce that possibility.
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### Author:  [@Fun\_Dad69](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Fun_Dad69)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:12pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/5 "2024-10-16T23:12:05Z")
Idk I just use a toothpick
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### Author:  [@JSERR](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JSERR)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/6 "2024-10-16T23:21:38Z")
I have a throw key, but I often misplace it and wind up using tooth picks and plastic spudgers. This looks awesome.
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### Author:  [@kevinm](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/kevinm)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:25pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/7 "2024-10-16T23:25:55Z")
Nylon zip tie.
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### Author:  [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:43pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/8 "2024-10-16T23:43:52Z")
Yeah that’s my typical go to at home
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### Author:  [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/9 "2024-10-16T23:45:11Z")
In my experience it is plenty strong
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### Author:  [@Pox](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Pox)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/10 "2024-10-16T23:45:19Z")
mallet
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### Author:  [@SlowThrow](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SlowThrow)
#### Post date: [October 16, 2024, 11:45pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/11 "2024-10-16T23:45:34Z")
Now we’re talking
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### Author:  [@danotje](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/danotje)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 2:28am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/12 "2024-10-17T02:28:26Z")
Paper clip with the end bent out. I have a magnet on the fridge where it resides. Simple and accessible.
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### Author:  [@Yooo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yooo)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 2:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/13 "2024-10-17T02:41:08Z")
I use a shish kabob skewer. Works great!
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### Author:  [@yocolas](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yocolas)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 3:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/14 "2024-10-17T03:09:31Z")
did none of you use a tweezers?
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### Author:  [@sammy\_j](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/sammy_j)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 5:18am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/15 "2024-10-17T05:18:33Z")
I just get extra toothpicks from restaurants with the fun little flag end and wrap some old yoyostring around em and use those. 10/10 would recommend
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### Author:  [@Drifter](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Drifter)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 7:12am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/16 "2024-10-17T07:12:58Z")
My fave is the hooked toothpick. 75 pieces for $1.25.
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### Author:  [@Ferrari607](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Ferrari607)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 7:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/17 "2024-10-17T19:56:19Z")
Actually looks pretty good I’m going to order. Can use for other things around the house to in case I don’t like them. Thank you!
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### Author:  [@Gr3g](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Gr3g)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 8:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/18 "2024-10-17T20:04:07Z")
My kids usually have lego lying around so I mostly use lego katanas 😆
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### Author:  [@VidTrent](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/VidTrent)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 8:05pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/19 "2024-10-17T20:05:51Z")
You convinced me, I just bought a pair, they’ll be here tomorrow! Thanks for sharing! I have been using some very well made tweezers but these look like a much better tool for the job and I won’t have to worry about scratches.
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### Author:  [@knotgreen](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/knotgreen)
#### Post date: [October 17, 2024, 8:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/perfect-knot-picking-tool/411830/20 "2024-10-17T20:06:00Z")
> **[Amazon.com: 3.5 Inch Bamboo Skewers 100PCS Food Appetizer Toothpicks Wide Flat...](https://www.amazon.com/Appetizer-Toothpicks-Cocktail-Marshmallow-Grilling/dp/B09ZQLQX4X)**
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> Amazon.com: 3.5 Inch Bamboo Skewers 100PCS Food Appetizer Toothpicks Wide Flat Paddle Bamboo Wood Picks for Cocktail, Marshmallow, Fruit, Grilling, Drink, BBQ, Barbecue, Yakitori Chicken, Fondue, Roasting : Patio, Lawn & Garden
Cheap, won’t scratch, and enough that you can afford to always misplace them 🙂
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