Origin: Ashley does not describe either this Windsor Necktie Knot or the Half Windsor Necktie Knot. The names were created in honor of the Duke of Windsor although he preferred a Four-in-Hand himself. However, he employed heavier material to obtain a satisfactory appearance.

Orientation: The animation is presented as though the wearer were seeing his own reflection.

Name: This knot is properly called the “Windsor”. However, to distinguish it from the “Half Windsor” it has sometimes been called the “Full” Windsor.

Structure: The Windsor is bulky and symmetrical because the long end is wrapped around both sides before it is used to form the final knot. There are at least four variations; the version chosen for the animation is one of the more common.

Advantages: The Windsor Necktie Knot makes a larger and more symmetrical knot. Also, for the version shown here, when the short end is pulled out, the knot does not require untying, it just falls apart – a pleasant surprise for this more complicated knot.

Disadvantages: The Windsor Necktie Knot is more difficult to tie and uses more material than the Four-in-Hand, the Pratt (Shelby) or the Half Windsor Necktie Knot. The Windsor is less suitable for shorter ties.