For those that use a 3 way swivel on a rig, what size swivel do you use?
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For those that use a 3 way swivel on a rig, what size swivel do you use?
#4.
I looked, can't find a good deal on #4.
I found good deals on #3 and #7.
Capps rig is a #8 three way swivel.
Ok, I'll order some #3 to be close to Carl and I'll order some #7 to be close to capp.
BRASS 3-WAY SWIVELS NEW In Original Package F.J NEIL CO 12PCS SIZE 4 that's on ebay for 1.99 per pack
That's $23.88 plus shipping. I'm looking for $6 with shipping.
Loop Knots
What are loop knots?
#8's
That's exactly what I do for my top drop. I use a regular barrel swivel to attach my rig to the main line.Quote:
Originally Posted by wilbur
Make a loop in your line and wrap it around and through itself three times. Cinch the loop knot tight until you have a loop in the line. You can make the loop as long as you want. Cut the loop and attach your hook or jig, or do like I do and slip a Fas Snap down the line and tie it into the loop so you can change baits without changing the rig.Quote:
Originally Posted by canebreaker
Single-Loop Knots
BTW, I use method number 2, style number 9 sort of.
Lost me...cut the loop?
Once the knot at the back of the loop is tightened down, you can cut the loop to make a single line just like the drop coming off of the three way swivel.Quote:
Originally Posted by KnightShadow10
Since the loop doesn't slide shut, neither will the line when you cut the loop. The knot holds it with the main line. One less knot than a three way takes when you consider tying on the barrel swivel at the top of the rig. Much faster way to tie the rig.
I've done that a few times. End up with the bait wrapped with the sinker.
I usually tie a Fas Snap in the loop and leave it. Never had an issue either way tho.Quote:
Originally Posted by canebreaker
Cool..I learned something..May have to try that
I always make loops but I don't cut em. I just push the end of the loop thru my snap and pull it over and tight. I have noticed no appreciable difference in having double lines vs cutting and having a single line.
Only problem i have with the loops is seems like it weakens the line. If its going to break its going to break at the loop! I have had better luck with swivels
The worst spot on a mono line is a knot.
I think it was P line, 10# that I was tying rigs with. If it was dry I would tie a knot and it would break. Wet a towel and run the line through it a few times and get the rigs tied.
The rigs were stored on plas-card in baggies. I had to dip them in the lake before removing them.
Never have a problem with the loop breaking. Most breaks come at the knot, and a three way has more knots.Quote:
Originally Posted by Erin Brewer
I wet all my knots before cinching them down, and don't have many issues with them. The knot is the weak link tho.Quote:
Originally Posted by canebreaker