What is a split ring in fishing?

Split rings are used to assemble fishing tackle parts like spinner blades, swivels, line, lures and crankbaits. Heavy Duty Split Rings are essential to lure makers and fishermen. Keep different sizes of split rings in your tackle box and on your work bench. Our split rings are made of strong, rust free stainless steel.

Can you open split rings?

Open the pliers and place the split ring on the flat side. As you close the pliers down, press the pointed side between the rings of the split ring. Once you have a grip on the split ring, you can slide it around until the end is securely open with room to add your charm, clasp, or whatever else you may be attaching.

What are split rings used for in fishing?

The split-ring-and-swivel combination allows for quick lure changes with help from sturdy hands and pliers. Split rings come in different weights, materials and sizes; understanding the options available allows you to pick the right ring for your style of fishing. What are split rings used for in fishing?

Which is the best split ring pliers on the market?

Texas Tackle Split Ring Pliers, may just be the best split ring pliers on the market today. The Executive model has a triangular wedge tip unlike and other pliers. Simply insert the wedge in the the center of your split ring and slightly close the pliers.

What kind of split rings for crankbait lips?

Using oval split rings on your crankbait lips gives your bait more action than with regular round split rings. Oval split rings are zinc plated steel for corrosion resistance. Brass split rings are made of strong, rust free polished brass. Netcraft Split ring kit gives every fisherman the split rings they need and the right tool to open them.

Can a split ring be used on a hook?

A quick swap-out of split rings at the hook hangers, and even of the fishing hooks too, turns an unreliable lure into a go-to plug. Too many anglers cast a plug without even considering possible modifications. The split ring at the rear of the lure allowed the single hook to connect in the corner of this striper’s mouth. Adrian E. Gray