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AFW · Tackle, Line & Bait
AFW Soft Copper Rigging Wire, 0.020 in, 1 lb Spool
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Options
- Item weight
- 5 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 2.5 x 2 x 1.9 inches
Quick take
Pre-cut soft copper wire for rigging live or artificial baits to prevent bite-offs from toothy saltwater fish.
Best for
- Kingfish and wahoo rigs
- Offshore trolling with live bait
- Protecting baits from sharp teeth
Skip if
- You fish freshwater without toothy species
- You prefer buying pre-made leaders
Strengths
- Soft copper is flexible and easy to bend and twist without breaking
- Pre-cut lengths are ready to use immediately without cutting tools
- Red or natural copper options for different light conditions
Trade-offs
- Requires skill and practice to rig correctly
- Copper can be visible to leader-shy fish in clear water
- Bulk spool requires more effort than purchasing finished rigs
Fishing fit
- Species
- Pike & musky
- Sharks
- Offshore pelagics
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
- Live bait
- Skill level
- Intermediate
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