Which do you guys use Kwick Snaps or Fast Snaps and what size? No on here has them so I have to order them and can't tell the size by the pictures.
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Which do you guys use Kwick Snaps or Fast Snaps and what size? No on here has them so I have to order them and can't tell the size by the pictures.
I use the smallest hook snap I can find.
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Here's a link to what I've been using for the past 10 years:
Mustad Snap Hooks. Easily change flies without tying
They work extremely well for attaching jigs and/or hooks of any kind. Original intent of these hooks was for fly fishermen, so the wire is very fine, although I've never had a failure of them breaking. Win-win. I only use the size #2, which is ideal for 1/32 - 1/8 oz. ball head jigs. Works for me. :)
I like the No-Knot Fas Snaps from Bass Pro in the large size.
I like the looks of that snap, but I'm kind of concerned about the hook coming off. Have you ever had a hook come off? This was concerning the fly snap from Crestliner.
I use Duo-loc snaps..use the smallest size that fat fingers and old eyes can tie on. :biggrin Besides using for cranks, I use them for jigs too. The fish don't care. Makes changing baits, well, a snap. ...5...
Duo-loc snaps ... size #2 ... 5/8" long ... (not sure on brand :scratchhead)
In all the years I've been using them, this has not occurred.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nutbush
Never happened to me with the duo-loc snaps, either. (I think the size I use is rated at 25lb test) And I seriously doubt it would happen with the fast snaps ... unless they were "sprung" (bent open too far, somehow). But, even that scenario is unlikely given the pound test line we normally use.Quote:
Originally Posted by Crestliner08
I don't use "snaps" on my jigs ... I tie direct. I use them on crankbaits (when casting) and on my 30# braid (main line) on my jig pushing/spider rigging rods. Their sole purpose is to facilitate a quick change of baits.
Would the #2 be good for crankbaits too?Quote:
Originally Posted by Crestliner08
With cranks, I'd probably get the larger size, #3. However, if you are using cranks, you might be better off with a simple spring snap, such as the Duo-Locks. But you should probably know that I lost a dandy of a smallmouth bass that took my jerkbait this past spring. The snap, at the bend, broke! So now I'm searching for an alternative. Apparently the opening & closing of a standard snap creates a wear point at the bend which can lead to a failure. I've never use my recommended snap hooks on crankbaits. But then again, I rarely use cranks for crappie.Quote:
Originally Posted by deltarat
I have used the smallest duo lock snaps and never had any issues with em. Pulled cranks and caught cats and never had any baits lost.
used them when i first started LL but soon figured out I can tie a simple loop knot bout as fast....so thats one less thingamabob to keep up with.
I'm seeing a real problem with using a loop knot and crankbaits. Think about it, the crank is moving fast and furiously back & forth as it swims. You'd be hard pressed to convince me that that wouldn't create a wear point in the loop of the line. I believe that's why snaps and snap hooks were created, to reduce breakage from direct ties, such as a loop knot. But I could be all wet! :)