On account of the adhesive quality of the prepared gut, it can be twisted into an almost homogeneous strand. The strips are placed in the twisting machine. The number of strips being twisted together varies according to the size of the strand to be produced. The twisting machine consists of a stationary hook to which one end of the gut is fastened and a hook in the center of a small wheel to which the other end is fastened, the gut being under slight tension. The wheel is rotated by means of proper machinery, until the gut is twisted to the correct amount.